Grant opportunity: Chi-Cal Rivers Fund 2017

The Chi–Cal Rivers Fund (Fund) is inviting applications for competitive grant funding. With a focus on the major waterways of the Chicago and Calumet region, the program will award grants to reduce stormwater runoff with green infrastructure, enhance fish and wildlife habitat, and improve public-use opportunities. Approximately $900,000 is expected to be available for grant awards. Individual grants will range from $100,000 to $300,000. Applications must be submitted online (easygrants.nfwf.org) by 11:00 PM Central Time on July 10, 2017. Read more.

Note: Cook County’s Department of Environment and Sustainability is offering technical assistance in applying for incentives or grants.  Contact K.C. Doyle, Energy & Sustainability Manager, for more information. Kathryn.doyle@cookcountyil.org or 312-603-8219.