As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 161 Waste Reduction / Recycling Grants — 10 open right now, across 29 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $23.75M. The next application deadline is October 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
Municipal Waste Reduction Recycling Coordination is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program funding is…
🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation⏰ Oct 30, 2026
Funds may be used to: (a) Provide technical assistance and/or training to reduce the solid waste stream through reduction, recycling, and reuse. (b) Provide training to…
🏛 Rural Utilities Service📋 CFDA 10.762⏰ Dec 31, 2026💰
up to $1,000,000
Recycling Program Performance Grants are available to all Pennsylvania local governments with recycling programs. The grants awards are based on the total tons recycled and the…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection⏰ Dec 31, 2026
In accordance with 415 ILCS 5/22.15(i), the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) Materials Management and Compliance Section (MMCS) has the authority to administer grants funding household…
🏛 Illinois Environmental Protection Agency⏰ Mar 1, 2027💰
up to $35,000
The Section 901 HHW Education grants are available to all Pennsylvania counties for the cost of educational programs on household hazardous waste or pollution prevention and…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection⏰ Jun 30, 2027
Grants and funds are authorized under Section 711 of the Storage Tank and Spill Prevention Act, Act 32 of 1989 (as amended). Tanks must be underground…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection⏰ Jun 30, 2027💰
up to $15,000
The Section 901 Planning Grants are available to all Pennsylvania counties for the cost of preparing municipal waste management plans; the cost of carrying out related…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection⏰ Jun 30, 2027
The Act 101, Section 901 Household Battery Management Education grants are available to all Pennsylvania counties for the cost of educational programs on household battery management.…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection⏰ Jun 30, 2027
Municipal Waste Reduction and Rcycling. Prgrm. 24 is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program…
🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation⏰ Nov 1, 2027
The Coal Refuse Energy and Reclamation Tax Credit provides tax credits to eligible facilities which generate electricity by using coal refuse for power generation, control acid…
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development⏰ Dec 31, 2035
How many waste reduction / recycling grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 161 waste reduction / recycling grants, of which 10 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is October 30, 2026 — about 10 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for waste reduction / recycling grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but waste reduction / recycling grants in this category most often support: Public Authority, City / Municipal Government, Tribal Nation and County Government. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $5K to $23.75M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse waste reduction / recycling grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.
About Waste Reduction / Recycling grants
Waste reduction and recycling grants support innovative projects that minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable resource management. With 161 active grants in this category, organizations can find funding from leading agencies like the U.S. National Science Foundation to advance circular economy initiatives, develop new recycling technologies, and implement waste diversion programs.
These grants typically support research, program implementation, and capacity building at universities and nonprofit organizations. Most opportunities use rolling applications with no cost-sharing requirements, making them accessible to a broad range of applicants. Filtering by recipient type and support category will help you identify the most relevant funding opportunities for your organization's sustainability goals.
