Recognizing the need for a coordinated, public-private approach to addressing the stormwater, habitat, and public-use issues in the Southeast Michigan region, seven corporate, foundation and government funders have joined together to create the Southeast Michigan Resilience Fund (Fund). The Fund will award grants to help increase the resilience of communities and natural resources in Southeast Michigan by reducing the impact of stormwater, improving water quality, enhancing habitat, and increasing the accessibility and usability of public green space and natural areas. Grants will be awarded in three categories: 1) expanding green stormwater infrastructure and enhancing public space, 2) improving habitat quality, connectivity and accessibility and 3) activating restored habitats and greenspace.
Approximately $1.8 million is expected to be available for grant awards. Individual grants typically range from $150,000 to $400,000.