Green Resiliency Grants

Overview

This is a competitive grant program designed to support flood-prone communities in implementing transformative green infrastructure projects that combat the effects of climate change. Green infrastructure projects provide benefits such as:

Safer, more resilient communities: Mitigating flooding to better protect our homes and businesses.

Cleaner water and air: Reducing and treating stormwater at the source.

Cooler cities: Reducing urban heat island effect creates a more comfortable environment.

Thriving ecosystems: Restoring habitats helps us bring nature back to communities.

Vibrant communities: Beautification attracts investment and revitalizes neighborhoods.

How to Apply

The application period is currently closed. To learn about future grant rounds, sign up for emails from EFC or contact our Community Assistance Teams.

Eligibility

Projects must have a minimum total project cost of $1 million and be capable of capturing, treating or reducing a minimum of 100,000 cubic feet of stormwater runoff annually.

Awarded Projects
Governor Hochul announced $60 million to 13 transformative projects in the inuagural round of the program in October 2024.