The Hudson River Foundation was established to support independent, objective research that informs scientific understanding, management, and policy decisions regarding the Hudson River and its Estuary. It aims to foster a collaborative dialogue among scientists, managers, policymakers, and the public to address environmental and societal challenges in the Hudson River community, emphasizing inclusivity and diversity in its work.
The grant program, as part of the New York-New Jersey Harbor & Estuary Program (HEP), seeks proposals to assist disadvantaged communities in advancing research, planning, and infrastructure projects aimed at building climate resiliency, improving water quality, and addressing water management issues. The program is centered on building community capacity for climate resilience, with a focus on incorporating community input into the planning and decision-making processes of federal, state, and local agencies. It supports projects like coastal adaptation, stormwater management, and the development of natural and nature-based resiliency features. The grants aim to bridge gaps in data and knowledge, enhance community and agency understanding of climate impact, and foster collaboration among communities, government, scientists, and utilities. Activities may include community engagement, technical assistance, monitoring and data collection, planning activities, stakeholder convening, and organizational capacity building. Approximately $400,000 is available, with anticipated grant awards ranging from $50,000 to $100,000.
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