Explore essential fundraising resources for waste reduction nonprofits, from top grants to creative fundraising ideas that make a difference.
Start a fundraiserUnlock funding for your nonprofit with grants designed for Waste Reduction. Explore government, foundation, and corporate grants to expand your impact.
Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program
Environmental Protection Agency
$58,000,000
Government
Grants to implement the National Recycling Strategy to improve post-consumer materials management and infrastructure for communities.
Consumer Recycling Education and Outreach Grant Program
Environmental Protection Agency
$75,000,000
Government
Grants to fund recycling education and outreach activities to improve residential and community recycling programs.
Community Grants Program
Keep America Beautiful
Varies
Foundation
Grants for local groups to implement projects that help build clean, green, and beautiful places, including waste reduction initiatives.
Partner with businesses that share your mission! Corporate sponsorships can provide funding, in-kind donations, and visibility to help your nonprofit expand and sustain Waste Reduction efforts.
2.9% + $0.30 per donation
Innovative fundraising fuels your mission. From peer-to-peer campaigns to community events, explore creative ways to raise funds and ensure long-term success for your Waste Reduction.
Upcycled Art Auction
Host an art auction featuring pieces created from recycled materials. Partner with local artists to create unique artworks from waste items. Showcase the potential of recycling and upcycling while raising funds.
Zero Waste Challenge App
Develop a mobile app that challenges users to reduce their waste over a set period. Users can track their progress, compete with friends, and make donations based on their waste reduction achievements.
Eco-Brick Building Workshop
Organize workshops teaching participants how to create eco-bricks from plastic waste. Use these bricks to build a community structure, charging a participation fee and accepting additional donations.
Corporate E-Waste Recycling Partnership
Partner with local businesses to collect and recycle their e-waste. Offer secure data destruction services and share proceeds from recycled materials. Provide tax receipts for donated equipment.
Sustainable Fashion Subscription Box
Create a monthly subscription box featuring upcycled fashion items, zero-waste products, and educational materials. Partner with sustainable brands and local artisans to curate each box.
Virtual Waste Reduction Escape Room
Design an online escape room experience where participants solve waste reduction-themed puzzles to 'escape'. Charge an entry fee and offer tiered rewards for completion times.
Recycled Material Sculpture Contest
Organize a city-wide sculpture contest using only recycled materials. Charge entry fees, display sculptures in public spaces, and allow public voting through donations. Auction off top pieces.
Zero Waste Cooking Class Series
Host a series of cooking classes focused on using food scraps and reducing kitchen waste. Partner with local chefs, charge for attendance, and sell eco-friendly kitchen products.
Waste Reduction Blockchain Rewards Program
Develop a blockchain-based rewards program where users earn tokens for verifiable waste reduction actions. Tokens can be exchanged for eco-friendly products or converted to donations.
Annual 'Trash to Treasure' Maker Fair
Organize a maker fair showcasing products created from waste materials. Invite local crafters, charge booth fees, and sell tickets to attendees. Include workshops and a 'Trash to Treasure' competition.
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