FAQS

What is the Connecticut Corporate Wetlands Restoration Partnership (CT CWRP)?
The CT CWRP is a voluntary public-private partnership whose mission is to restore degraded freshwater and saltwater wetlands and other aquatic habitats in Connecticut.  Through the CT CWRP, private entities are afforded the opportunity to support wetland and aquatic habitat restoration projects through the donation of financial aid and in-kind goods and services.

How does CT CWRP work? 
The CT CWRP selects eligible projects for funding.  The private funds offered by CT CWRP provide leverage in obtaining public funding (through grants and other funding mechanisms) at ratios of 3:1 and more.  The Coastal America Foundation holds all monetary contributions prior to distribution.

Who are the members of the CT CWRP?
The CT CWRP consists of Corporate Partners, Government Partners, Nonprofit Partners and Academic Partners.  Representatives of these partners form the CT CWRP Advisory Board, which selects the wetland and aquatic habitat restoration projects to be funded through the CT CWRP.

How can my company join the CT CWRP?
Corporate Partners are asked to contribute to CT CWRP through monetary and/or in-kind service donations.  Both large and small companies are encouraged to become involved.  For more information, see Join Us, where you can download the Prospectus and the Corporate Expression of Interest form.

What types of projects are eligible for CT CWRP funding?
CT CWRP has established a project application form that highlights those factors that the CT CWRP takes into consideration in selecting eligible projects.  Applicants can conduct their own pre-screening by reviewing their project and its ability to meet the requirements outlined in the application package.  Go to ADD LINK for more information and to download the application form.

When are projects funded?
CT CWRP has established a goal of funding projects twice a year, in April and October.  Applications for projects must be received by February 1st or August 1st to be considered for the subsequent funding period.  In extreme cases, projects may be funded on an individual basis outside of the these funding periods.