Conservation Mini Grant

Gallia Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to offer the Conservation Mini-Grant program offering up to $1,000 to nonprofit organizations and schools. Applicants should demonstrate the need and ability to carry out on-the-ground conservation projects and conservation education. All local conservation projects within Gallia County, Ohio will be considered and encouraged to apply.

*Project Examples
Projects may include but not limited to:

Native tree and plant installations, pollinator habitats, or outdoor classrooms

Landscaping and gardening with native trees and plants and or Invasive species removal
Classroom equipment and supplies for soil and water conservation education
Habitat improvement, such as litter collection, addition of wildlife shelter(s), bird houses, or pollinator sites
Streambank or riparian zone stabilization using native vegetation
Stormwater management projects such as rain gardens, buffer zones, or green infrastructure
Rainwater storage/harvesting with rain barrels/cisterns
Soil improvement practices including compost, green manures, or cover crops
Professional development such as conservation conferences or training

Submit completed application to Gallia Soil & Water Conservation District, 111 Jackson Pike Suite 1569, Gallipolis, OH 45631 or email to [email protected]
Application deadline is October 15, 2026. The applicant will be informed of funding by November 20, 2026.
Contact Tiffany Riehm at 740-446-6173 ext. 3217 if you have questions.

Conservation Mini- Grant Application Details

Conservation Mini-Grant Application