Sustainable Communities Grant Program
November, 2, 2024
Stafford Township Awarded $5,000 Resiliency Grant
Stafford Township, NJ – The Township of Stafford was awarded a $5,000 grant to support a resiliency project in the community. This funding is made available through Atlantic City Electric's Sustainable Communities Grant program, which provides funding to support open space preservation, improvements to parks and recreation resources, environmental conservation and innovative community resiliency projects. Atlantic City Electric, together with its program administrator Sustainable Jersey, have chosen seven local municipalities to receive $35,000 in funds. To date, the program has provided $310,000 in grants to South Jersey municipalities.
Funding this year will help municipalities provide emergency services, create new trails, educate the community, and provide more access to clean water.
“Thank you to Atlantic City Electric and Sustainable Jersey for funding Stafford Township’s grant application. As Mayor, I have tried to look to the future of the Township with our plans and projects. Without grants like this, we would not be able to do more for the community, as we have done. We look forward to putting the tide gauge in place and using that data for future projects and grants that we apply for, thank you!” – Robert Henken, Mayor, Stafford Township, Ocean
This funding will support the installation of a tidal gauge, a valuable tool that will help make the Township of Stafford more resilient by providing essential data on tidal patterns. This project is a big step forward in the Township’s efforts to protect and strengthen our community and will assist with future funding opportunities for similar projects.
“With these grants, New Jersey communities can prepare for environmental changes by completing projects that build local resilience and provide access to our natural resources,” said Randall Solomon, executive director of Sustainable Jersey. “In partnership with Atlantic City Electric we are creating more resilient communities for current and future generations.”
Stafford Township is dedicated to advancing sustainability and resilience through its partnership with Sustainable Jersey. Notable projects include efforts to improve local water quality, develop a comprehensive Resiliency Plan, and provide inclusive programs through the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign, benefiting a wide range of residents, from seniors to individuals with special needs. These initiatives are designed to enhance the quality of life and strengthen the health of the community and resiliency against environmental challenges.
Central to these efforts is the Stafford Green Team, which leads the charge on community education and engagement in sustainable practices. Through composting and rain barrel workshops, as well as the annual Green Fair, they empower residents with practical tools for environmental stewardship. The Green Team also organizes regular cleanups and explores waste reduction strategies, reinforcing Stafford Township's commitment to a cleaner future for all.
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Municipalities can learn more about the grants administered through Sustainable Jersey at https://www.sustainablejersey.com/grants/.