The “Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities” program was recently released with a deadline of December 12. The Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities Program provides TA to selected communities to address the community’s needs and interests. The program is geared toward communities that are relatively new to environmentally sustainable approaches but have a basic understanding of smart growth principles and how they could apply locally.
This round, EPA will support partnerships between local government and a local grassroots organization representing a disproportionately affected neighborhood to reduce urban heat island impacts in that neighborhood. Some examples of these organizations include community-based organizations, church groups, neighborhood associations, locally-focused nonprofits, etc.
To be eligible, the applicant can be a local, county, territorial, or tribal government, or a nonprofit organization that has the support of the local government on whose behalf they are applying. As the purpose of this round is to focus on a disproportionately affected neighborhood, applicants must demonstrate a meaningful partnership between the local government and the residents of that neighborhood from the outset.
To apply, submit a two-page letter of interest signed by a mayor, city manager, elected official, or other representative of the community.
Please see the link below for a flyer with more information about this program.
Request for Letters of Interest in Streamlined Technical Assistance