Resource Library
In July, CT DEEP announced the next round of competitive grant funding through the Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition (OSWA) and Urban Green and Community Garden (UGCG) Grant Programs. CLCC and CT DEEP hosted two annual information sessions for eligible organizations to learn about these and other land conservation funding opportunities, including CLCC’s Transaction Assistance Grant (TAG) program and our newest initiative, the Forever CT Fund Bridge Loan.
OSWA provides financial assistance to municipalities and nonprofit land conservation organizations to acquire land for open space, and to water companies to acquire land to be classified as Class I or Class II water supply property. OSWA applications are due 11/6/26; Appraisal Reviews are due 12/4/26.
UGCG is available to distressed municipalities, targeted investment communities, registered non-profit organizations, and municipalities that are an environmental justice community. The program provides funding assistance to develop or enhance urban green spaces for public enjoyment and/or environmental education. UGCG applications due 12/4/26.
Info Session Resources
Recording of Session #1: July 13