O.W.L. Community Grant Program
Opportunities for Water Leadership
The O.W.L. Community Grant Program began in 2017. We invite schools and non-profit organizations in our member cities of Alhambra, Azusa, Monterey Park and Sierra Madre to submit a proposal to create a “water-wise” project in your community. We’ll provide the funding if you identify partners, organize activities, manage the project’s completion and share its results locally. While grants ranged from $200-2,000 since the program’s inception in 2017, as of April 2022, there are no longer limits on the amount applicants may seek.
- To involve schools, and non-profit community and business groups in “water-wise” solutions
- To offer funding that supplements labor and other contributions by partnering groups
- Schools – teachers, departments, student clubs, student groups, athletic teams, PTAs
- Non-Profit Community Organizations – environmental, churches, scouting, service organizations, youth
- Eligible cities: Alhambra, Azusa, Monterey Park and Sierra Madre
- Grant proposals may be for any amount
- One grant per recipient per fiscal year
- Funding is limited, apply today!
Sierra Madre Elementary School Earth Day Native Garden Festival
Community Projects
Check out the innovative community improvements below that have been made with OWL grants!
Examples of Eligible Projects
- Water-wise landscaping
- Turf removal
- Water-wise irrigation
- Storm water capture
- Grey water; recycled water
- Erosion control
- Waterway cleanup (lakes, streams, ponds)
- Forest restoration
- Water quality
- Science projects/Water conservation curriculum development
- Poster/Essay contests
- Youth Network/Club Development
- Awards/Incentives
Grant List
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O.W.L. Grant Applications
The application process for OWL grants is easy! Complete the online application below and answer a few questions about your organization and proposed project. The District may require an interview and/or a presentation.
If you have questions about the program, please contact Evelyn Reyes at 626-969-7911 or ereyes@sgvmwd.com.
The San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District invites you and your school or community organization to participate in our O.W.L. Community Grant Program. Use the application form on the following pages to provide information about your organization and plan to create a smart, fun and water-wise project for your community.
