Who qualifies?

The ecology center has two types of Eco-grants: (1) Youth Eco-Grants and (2) Environmental Education/Project Grants (adults). To qualify, you must be a resident, agency or organization in the Tri-City area.

How much money is available?

Each year we set aside about $600 for each category. We generally contribute $200 to $300 per application, but this can vary according to the project.

Where Can I get a Grant Application?

You can download and print the following applications:

Eco-Grant Application - Youth [updated 07-04-10]

Eco-Grant Application - Environmental/Education Project

For more information, you can call 793-6222, or contact a Board member.

Who has Received Grants?

During the past two years, the ecology center has “granted” money for the following applications.

• Eagle Scout project: Herb garden restoration at Ardenwood Historic Farm
• Irvington High School: 2007 School Earth Day event
• City of Fremont: Six binoculars and three microscopes for Nature Center classes
• Irvington High School: Environmental Education Conference fee
• Eagle Scout project: Butterfly garden at the Tule Ponds at Tyson Lagoon
• Fremont PTA: Assistance with Transportation Survey and Study
• Kennedy High School: Sustainable School Gardens

Below: photos from an Eco-Grant project: Installing Irrigation System in Butterfly Meadow, by Alan Nguyen, Eagle Scout, Troop 654, San Jose

Alan's project consisted of digging trenches around the butterfly garden to lay down a sprinkler system to provide effective and efficient irrigation to the butterfly garden.