Grants

Grants for recycling related activities or hosting a District public drop off.

Apply for a District Grant below: Email us at grants@timetorecycle.org for more information.

Host Community Clean-up Reimbursement Grant

Eligibility

Local governments who serve as hosts for District sponsored recycling drop-offs within the Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Recycling District.

Summary

The District offers this grant program to assist in the maintenance of recycling sites funded by the District. Maintenance services may include:

  • Cost for disposing of non-recyclable materials at the site.
  • Costs for maintaining the sites such as materials purchased/equipment used to repair potholes, spreading gravel, or other costs deemed necessary by the District.

Funding available

Up to $2,500 annually. First come; first serve basis.

REVIEW SAMPLE AGREEMENT HERE BEFORE APPLYING

This grant is a reimbursement grant for sites hosting a District sponsored recycling site. Eligible reimbursements include: Costs for disposing of nonrecyclable items dumped at the site Costs for maintaining the site like: • materials purchased /equipment used to repair potholes • spreading gravel, etc. • or others if deemed appropriate by the District.

Host Community Cleanup Reimbursement Grant- must host a District sponsored recycling site. Grant funds will not be reimbursed for work occurring before official approval and submission of a request does not guarantee approval.

Submit requests for the reimbursement of site expenses through our website (timetorecycle.org). Upon request approval, submit your receipts/invoices for reimbursement. Allowable expenses (up to $2,500 per year). Requests will be awarded as needed on a first-come-first serve basis (upon approval by the District) and all requests will be considered up to the amount set forth for this grant program in the approved budget and solid waste management plan. This grant program will now have a rolling deadline and all decisions will be made at the discretion of the District.
Acknowledgement(Required)
Max. file size: 128 MB.
Email for Primary Contact(Required)
Email for Secondary Contact
Where should we mail your check if the grant is accepted?(Required)
Whose attention should the check be made to?(Required)
Individual filling out the application(Required)

Mini Grant

Eligibility

You must be one of the following: Local Municipality, non-profit, or local school in the Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Recycling District.

Summary

The mini grant is designed to assist with recycling program needs or recycling  educational outreach. Mini grants are competitive and reimbursable. Funding may be used for education outreach and awareness, equipment and signage.

Funding available

Up to $2,500. Mini grants are limited to one grant per applicant per year. Grant awards are dependent upon budgetary availability.

REVIEW SAMPLE AGREEMENT HERE BEFORE APPLYING

STW Recycling District Mini Grant (submission of a request does not guarantee approval)

Maximum grant funding is $2,500 per project/event. Please note that this grant is a reimbursement grant. All applications are required to be submitted for consideration a minimum of 60 days prior to the proposed event or project start date.
Acknowledgement(Required)
Applicant Name(Required)
Address(Required)

Contact Information

Name(Required)
Email(Required)
Please include anticipated dates, a breakdown of the project expenses, and any quotes/estimates.
Max. file size: 128 MB.
Where should we mail your check if the grant is accepted?(Required)
Whose attention should the check be made to?(Required)
Individual filling out the application(Required)

You may submit the completed application by one of the following:

  • E-mail: Grants@timetorecycle.org
  • Mail: Stark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Joint Solid Waste Management District
    Attn: Grants Department
    9918 Wilkshire Boulevard N.E.
    Bolivar, Ohio 44612
  • Fax: 330-874-2449 – Attn: Grants Department

If you have any questions, please contact The Grants Department at 1-800-678-9839 M-F from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

EPA Grants

Local Governments are eligible for several grants from the Ohio EPA found here: https://epa.ohio.gov/divisions-and-offices/environmental-financial-assistance/recycling

The District encourages you to contact us before applying. Email us at stwrecycles@timetorecycle.org 

Ohio Association of Recyclers Grant

The Association of Ohio Recyclers is pleased to announce a new grant program established to assist members with enhancing, increasing, and promoting recycling and sustainability-related projects. A maximum award of $500 per application is available on a competitive basis to enhance, increase, and promote:

  • Recycling
  • Waste Reduction
  • Food Waste/Organics Composting Opportunities
  • Purchase of Recycled Content Materials
  • Materials for Recycling Education and Promotion
  • Special Event Recycling and/or Zero Waste Events