Resources: Grants for Reusable Transport Packaging

Reusable Transport Packaging Equipment Grants from StopWaste

Reusable transport packaging is commonly used by farmers
like Smit Ranch at the Castro Valley farmers market.

Reusable Transport Packaging prevents waste by replacing limited-life packaging used in manufacturing, transportation and/or distribution with durable alternatives, designed for many years of use. Typical examples are the replacement of cardboard boxes with reusable hand-held plastic totes and switching to reusable pallet wraps to secure loads onto pallets instead of using disposable plastic film wrap.

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Who can apply

  • This grant is available to nonprofits, businesses, institutions, and school districts.
  • Organizations with open grants will need to contact current grant manager to assess repeat funding eligibility.

Eligible projects

  • Reusable Transport Packaging projects must reduce transport packaging waste generated in Alameda County OR reduce packaging used to transport materials/products originating outside of Alameda County that are shipped with an end destination in Alameda County.
  • Projects that seek to replace repurposed materials (such as used cardboard boxes that are donated to your organization) are not eligible.

Grant application timeline

  • Application Opens: January 6, 2025
  • Application Closes: February 24, 2025
  • Grant Awardes Announced: March 12, 2025

Funding amounts

Up to $75,000 is available for eligible Reusable Transport Packaging Equipment Grants, with a maximum of $10,000 per applicant. Applicants may not apply for two equipment grants simultaneously (i.e. applicants must choose to apply to either a Reusable Transport Packaging Grant or a Surplus Food Donation Equipment Grant). 

Free assistance available

Have a grant project idea but need help? Our technical assistance representative can provide equipment and vendor information, cost benefit analysis, and help with return logistics. This support is available both before grant applications are submitted, as well as during implementation of awarded grant projects. Request assistance with Reusable Transport Packaging Grant Manager, Michelle here.