The Town of Carrboro is officially inviting residents to help lead the charge against climate change. Applications are now open for the Green Neighborhoods Grant Program, offering up to $25,000 to fund community-driven projects that make Carrboro a greener, more resilient place to live. 

Empowering Local Action 

Rooted in the Carrboro Community Climate Action Plan adopted in 2017, the program is designed to move climate action from the Town Hall directly into neighborhoods. The grant prioritizes projects that benefit low-income communities and communities of color—groups often disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change. 

“What makes this program truly unique is that instead of telling neighborhoods how to fight climate change, it empowers neighbors to work with neighbors to address the issues that they care about most in ways that they know will be successful,” said Chief Sustainability Officer Amy Armbruster.

What Can the Funds Be Used For? 

Neighborhoods are encouraged to dream big. The program seeks projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve ecosystem resiliency, or spark climate awareness. Successful past recipients have used funds to: 

• Launch neighborhood compost drop-off programs. 
• Construct rain gardens to mitigate local flooding. 
• Plant native trees and community gardens to cool neighborhoods and support pollinators. 
• Start education campaigns to empower neighbors to take action. 

How to Apply 

The Town is looking for projects that demonstrate strong neighborhood participation and a clear plan for environmental and social impact. 

• Maximum Award: $25,000 
• Deadline: Feb. 18, 2026, at 5 p.m. 
• Application & Details: Visit the Green Neighborhoods Grant Webpage https://townofcarrboro.org/2778/Green-Neighborhoods-Grant-Program 

Support is Available 

The Town of Carrboro is committed to making this process accessible to everyone. If your neighborhood needs help with language translation, finding a fiscal agent, or one-on-one application support, the Sustainability Office is ready to assist. 

Contact Information: For questions or assistance, please contact Amy Armbruster at aarmbruster@carrboronc.gov or call (919) 918-7345.