The Glass Recycling Foundation’s grant program supports impactful projects that strengthen glass recycling systems across the United States. From infrastructure improvements to public education campaigns, GRF funding is designed to help communities and organizations increase the quality, access, and recovery of recycled glass.

The two categories of projects allowed under the grant program are demonstration/pilot projects and education.

1. DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS

Should address specific gaps in the glass recycling supply chain and provide alternative strategies strengthening glass end markets. 

Examples of Potential Projects:

• Equipment for Cleaning Recycled Glass
• Collection Containers for Glass Drop-offs
• Setting up Regional Strategies for Building Collection & Storage Infrastructure for recycled glass
• Haulers/hauling systems to increase collection

2. EDUCATION PROJECTS 

The projects need to present a clear message and strategy for educating the public about the environmental and community benefits of recycling glass and improving the quality of diverted materials from residents.

Examples of Potential Projects

• Developing and presenting trainings about more effective glass collection and recycling practices
• Writing and disseminating case studies and guidance documents about the best management practices for effective glass collection and recycling practices
• Developing signage for residential glass recycling drop offs
• Developing and disseminating ads/public education campaign about how to recycle glass in the community

Eligibility

Eligible grantees include:

• 501c3 Non-profit
• City, town, or other municipality
• County government
• State government
• Solid Waste District
• Public Authority or Commission
• Private industry with public partner

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the application portal.

The complete set of application questions can be previewed here.

Contact

Email info@GlassRecycles.org with any questions.

Deadline

Application deadline: July 10, 2026 by 5 p.m. CT (6pm Eastern).