Green Grants

Meridian Township's Green Grant Program started in 2021 and was inspired by local interest in wetland protection, flooding prevention, outdoor education, climate action, native planting, and other initiatives.

The Green Grant application window is currently open, and invites project proposals from schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, congregations, clubs, and other parties in the Township. Project proposals should focus on supporting green infrastructure in the community.

In previous years, grant awards ranged from $300 to $4,500. Applicants are encouraged to submit grant applications with project budgets in this range. Eligible projects can include, but are not limited to:

• Tree plantings
• Native plants, shrubs, or trees
• Renewable energy systems
• Gardens or green gathering spaces used for pre-K-12 education
• Green infrastructure
• Pollinator gardens
• Invasive species mitigation
• Habitat protection and restoration

*2026 Green Grant applications are due by Tuesday, March 31, at 5:00 pm. 

Depending on the number of applications received during the initial grant application window in March, the Township may hold a second grant application window in April. 

Instructions and application documents can be found below:

• 2026 Green Grant Application
  • Applications can be filled out and returned to Project Engineer Jack Hughes at hughes@meridian.mi.us
• 2026 Green Grant Agreement

For questions, please contact the Meridian Township Department of Public Works at dpw@meridian.mi.us.