Sustainable Communities Grant Program
Atlantic City Electric and Sustainable Jersey are pleased to announce the Sustainable Communities Grant Program. Atlantic City Electric values the environment and is always working toward delivering a cleaner and brighter future for communities. That is why it is contributing $35,000 to support municipal environmental stewardship and resiliency projects in its service territory. Grants to support environmental stewardship and resiliency will be awarded.
Environmental Stewardship Grants
These grants are intended to help municipalities plan for, protect and improve public spaces such as local parks, natural areas, and recreation resources. In addition, grants can be used in combination with other funding sources to cover a portion of the expenses associated with developing and/or supporting their open space programs not otherwise covered by state or county programs. The following number of grants will be awarded:
- Five (5) $5,000 grants
Resiliency Grants
These grants will support projects that enhance a municipality’s capacity to prevent and respond to catastrophic events and emergencies. The following number of grants will be awarded:
- Two (2) $5,000 grants
Online Application
Please note email submissions of grant proposals will not be accepted. All applications must be submitted using the link below. Applicants will login to their Sustainable Jersey Grants Program account to submit a Sustainable Communities grant application.
Only South Jersey municipalities located within Atlantic City Electric territory and currently participating in the Sustainable Jersey program are eligible to apply. Learn more about the eligibility requirements via the Application Information Packet.
Online Application Deadline: Section One Due on Monday, June 30, 2025
Section Two is due on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Grant Recipients will be notified by late August 2025.
Informational Webinar
An informational webinar was held on Monday, May 19, 2024, from 1:00pm - 2:00pm that provided an overview of the program, demonstrated how to use the online application portal and included a Q&A session between attendees and program staff.
Program Overview Documents
Informational Flyer
An informational flyer is available that you can share with your peers to promote this opportunity and help find funding for sustainability projects in your community.
QuickStart Guide
For a brief overview of this grants cycle, download the QuickStart guide. This is a great way to start a discussion with your project team about applying for a grant. This document is particularly helpful for first time applicants who want a better idea of what is required to apply for a grant.
Application Information Packet
For a detailed overview of this grants cycle, download the Application Information Packet. Reference this packet while you complete the online grant application. This document contains background information, instructions, and resources relevant to this grants cycle.
This Sustainable Communities Grant Program is funded by
If you have questions please contact
grants@sustainablejersey.com or call 609-771-3189.
This Grant Management System is provided by WizeHive