Public Participation Grants
Public Participation Grants (PPG) provide up to $60,000 per year to individuals and nonprofit organizations to increase public understanding and involvement in cleaning up contaminated sites and improve Washington's waste management practices.
These grants support the State Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan, which aims to eliminate most wastes and toxics, and to safely manage what remains.
Funding cycle
- Amount of funding available: Anticipated $4.87 million for 2025–2027
- Grant award limit: Up to $60,000 per year, for up to two years
- Amount of matching funds required: No matching funds are required.
Applications are not being accepted at this time.
The application period for the 2025–2027 biennium closed Feb. 4, 2025.
Funding is available for the following entities:
- Individuals affected by the release of a hazardous substance
- Nonprofit public interest organizations
PPG will fund two types of projects:
- Projects that engage the public in the investigation and remediation of a release or threatened release of a hazardous substance.
- Projects that support the state's Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Priorities.
More information about this funding program
Applicant Resources (2025-27 Biennium)
- Application Announcement – Public Participation Grants - 2025-2027 (Spanish – ES), (Korean – KO), (Russian – RU), (Ukrainian – UK), (Vietnamese – VI), (Chinese – ZH)
- Public Participation Grant (PPG) Guidelines – 2025-27 (Spanish – ES)
- EAGL Application Instructions – Public Participation Grants (PPG) - 2025-2027 (Spanish – ES)
Funding Program Resources
Recipient Resources (2023-25 Biennium)
Related links
Contact information
Laura Busby
Grant Manager
laura.busby@ecy.wa.gov
360-280-5088