EPA Selects Kansas City, Missouri to Receive a $5 Million Solid Waste Infrastructure Grant

EPA Selects Kansas City, Missouri to Receive a $5 Million Solid Waste Infrastructure Grant

December 17, 2025

LENEXA, KAN. (DEC. 17, 2025) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the City of Kansas City, Missouri will receive a $5,000,000 Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIFR) grant to expand recycling infrastructure and waste management systems throughout the city. The agency is committed to fulfilling its core mission of protecting human health and the environment while simultaneously growing the economy.

"We are thrilled to support Kansas City, Missouri, in its efforts to enhance recycling infrastructure and waste management systems," said EPA Region 7 Administrator Jim Macy. "This funding will not only improve local waste management practices, but also energize the economy, aligning with our core mission to protect human health and the environment."

"Kansas City has long been committed to environmental sustainability, and this $5 million federal investment will significantly expand our composting and organic waste diversion efforts," said Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas. "We've built strong programs to reduce food waste, and this funding allows us to take those initiatives to the next level. We're grateful to the EPA for recognizing our work and helping us continue building a more sustainable future for our residents."

The City of Kansas City, Missouri, will use these funds to purchase trucks and develop infrastructure to enhance its organic waste collection and diversion program, and improve the city's composting and food-rescue initiatives. The program's objectives include the expansion of its collection program and partnerships with local markets to divert food waste to food banks. As a result, Kansas City will see increased efficiency in waste management practices, which will help promote environmental stewardship within its community.

Background

The SWIFR grant program provides funding to improve post-consumer materials management and infrastructure, support improvements to local post-consumer materials management and recycling programs and assist local authorities in making improvements to their waste management systems.

For details about the 2025 selectees, visit the Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program page.

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