The IL Zero Waste Schools Grant Program, a funding opportunity for K-12  Illinois schools to implement or expand recycling and waste reduction programs. The purpose of this solicitation is to assist Illinois schools in achieving zero waste status, thus increasing the amount of solid waste diverted from Illinois landfills. IL Zero Waste  Schools Grant funds may be used to purchase project-related capital equipment such as collection containers, reusable cafeteria utensils, and erasable classroom slates.  Applications are being solicited for projects to begin in the fall of 2008.  The RFA can be found at www.istep.org and www.illinoisrecycles.org. All applications must be received by DCEO on or before February 15, 2008, at 5:00 p.m.

For general information about the IL Zero Waste Schools Grant Program, please contact Brett Ivers at Brett.Ivers@illinois.gov or 217-524-5859.

Grant Application Assistance:  DCEO will schedule two conference calls to answer questions about the grant application process.  Those interested in applying may call on Thursday, December 13, at 3:30 PM or Tuesday, January 8, at 3:30 PM.    The conference call number is 1-877-322-9648:  access code 535802.