The Community Waste Reduction Grant (CWRG) program is a competitive program that is open to all governmental entities such as parks, cities, townships and villages, schools, other public sectors, and non-profit organizations. Eligible applicants must be located within SWACO's jurisdiction. Please click here to view a map of SWACO's jurisdiction.
Proposed projects and programs should address the unique waste reduction, diversion, and recycling needs of central Ohio; emphasize partnership building and collaboration, and address opportunities to leverage the waste stream for community benefit.
This grant program is not offered to private-sector businesses. Please visit our Business Recycling Resources webpage to learn more about the resources and programs SWACO can offer your business!
To sign up to receive notifications regarding our CWRG application cycles and/or to share ideas, please click here.
2024 Grant Cycle
The 2024 application period has ended. The deadline to submit an application was August 4, 2023, by 5 p.m.
The 2025 application period will open in April 2024.
We strongly encourage interested applicants to contact 614-871-5100 or email Grants Administrator to share ideas in advance of applying.
Watch the Pre-recorded Webinar to Learn More about the 2019 Application Cycle
Watch the Pre-recorded Webinar to Learn More about the 2019 Application Cycle
Watch the Pre-recorded Webinar to Learn More about the 2019 Application Cycle