A Greener Tomorrow grant project at St. Louis School. (Provided Photo)
(Ripley County, IN) — Local groups with a green idea can now get money to make it happen.
The Ripley County Community Foundation is accepting applications for its A Greener Tomorrow grants. The grants are for projects that promote sustainable practices and environmental stewardship in Ripley County.
What groups can get
Qualified charitable organizations that serve Ripley County can apply. Grants go up to $1,000.
The deadline to apply is December 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Applications and more information are available on the foundation’s website at www.rccfonline.org. Groups can also call 812.933.1098 or email office@rccfonline.org.
Why the program exists
A Greener Tomorrow was started in 2020 by members of Ripley Youth Outreach. Its mission is to invest in projects and programs that protect and expand the natural landscapes and resources of Ripley County.
The foundation says the program aims to increase appreciation for the natural environment, enhance community well-being, boost economic growth, and ensure a thriving future for county residents.
“A Greener Tomorrow reflects our belief that preserving and enhancing Ripley County’s natural environment is an investment in the future of our communities.”
— Amy Streator, Executive Director, Ripley County Community Foundation
Streator said preservation of the county’s natural habitat is among the foundation’s key grantmaking priorities. She said she hopes the grants, though modest in size, will spark larger conversations, inspire additional action, and create lasting momentum for environmental preservation throughout Ripley County.
About the foundation
The Ripley County Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established in 1997. It stewards more than $24 million in charitable assets and works in areas including arts and culture, education, health and well-being, and environment and natural resources.
