The Cape Atlantic Conservation District is proud to recognize and celebrate the recipients of the 2025 Sustainable Jersey Grants in Atlantic and Cape May Counties.
Funded by the PSEG Foundation, these grants empower local communities to advance environmental stewardship, education, and sustainability through grassroots initiatives.
This year, 50 municipalities and schools across 18 counties received grants totaling more than $200,000, including several inspiring projects right here in our region.
Atlantic County Recipients
Galloway Township received a $2,000 grant for its Annie’s Woods Educational Nature Trail at Glenn by the Bay, an initiative that enhances nature education and outdoor recreation for residents and visitors.
Mayor Anthony Coppola emphasized Galloway’s long-standing leadership in sustainability and commended the “Go Green Galloway” coalition for its commitment and community impact:
“This project keeps Galloway Township at the leading edge of nature education and recreational fun. Our administration’s partnership with Go Green Galloway has inspired other towns in southern New Jersey to adopt sustainable coalitions.”
Hamilton Township was also awarded a $2,000 grant for the Hamilton Eco-Friendly Yards project, which promotes the use of native plants in home gardens and encourages residents to adopt sustainable landscaping practices
Cape May County Recipients
Cape May City Elementary School received a $2,000 grant to develop the Harmony Garden – Gardening for All. This project will create a peaceful, inclusive space for all students—especially those in special education programs—to connect with nature.
Special Education Teacher Nicole Cooper shared,
“This generous grant will enable us to create a Harmony Garden, which will be a beautiful space for everyone to enjoy… fostering a sense of peace and connection with the outdoors.”
In addition, Cape May County High School, part of the Cape May County Special Services District, received a $10,000 grant for the development of an outdoor classroom focused on environmental literacy, native plantings, and cross-curricular sustainability education.
Advancing Sustainability Across New Jersey
The awarded projects throughout the state represent a wide range of impactful initiatives—from rain gardens and tree planting to pollinator habitats and outdoor learning spaces. Each grant contributes to making New Jersey’s communities more resilient, sustainable, and environmentally aware.
Sustainable Jersey Executive Director Randall Solomon remarked:
“These grants, funded by the PSEG Foundation, continue to lead to meaningful projects that help make New Jersey more livable, environmentally friendly and prosperous.”
Since its inception, the PSEG Foundation has contributed more than $5.1 million to the Sustainable Jersey program, with $3.7 million awarded directly to municipalities and public schools.
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The Cape Atlantic Conservation District applauds these local efforts and looks forward to continuing our support of community-led conservation and education initiatives.