Grant Program Environment

Oceana, Inc.

To stimulate a shift away from the use of mercury in the US manufacture of chlorine, and to defend the European Union’s phaseout already planned for 2007.

Autism Society

To expand awareness within the autism and developmental disabilities communities about the links between autism spectrum disorders and exposure to chemicals in the environment; and to foster their involvement in relevant policy advocacy.

Toxic Waste/Lupus Coalition

To participate in the Alliance for a Toxic-Free Future, which works to phase out the production, use, release, and disposal of persistent toxic chemicals in New York State, through policy reforms and market shifts to safer substitutes.

Vital Communities

To build a community-driven, local food system by fostering productive relationships between farmers, retail grocers, wholesalers, restaurants, institutions, and local consumers.

West Harlem Environmental Action

To participate in the Alliance for a Toxic-Free Future, which works to phase out the production, use, release, and disposal of persistent toxic chemicals in New York State, through policy reforms and market shifts to safer substitutes.