We don't work alone.
The Claymont Coalition for Environmental Justice (CC4EJ) is part of a broader network of organizations, researchers, funders, and community members working toward environmental justice in Claymont and beyond. Explore who we work with and how.
Who we work with
Environmental justice takes a lot of people working together. Here are the organizations and groups that stand alongside Claymont residents.
Community Partners
Organizations we work alongside, right here in our community.
A hub for neighbors to gather, learn, and organize. Hosts many CC4EJ events and meetings.
Residents of the historic workforce housing community organizing for their neighborhood's health and safety.
A neighborhood gathering place that brings residents together around shared needs and local issues.
Neighbors organizing around community issues and quality of life in their part of Claymont.
Research & Technical Support
Experts who help us understand the data — and make sure the science backs up what residents already know.
Coastal Resiliency Design Studio and other programs that support community-driven research.
National network focused on pollution and health. CC4EJ participates in their Cumulative Impacts Working Group.
Partners on the Greening America's Cities initiative and the Claymont Grows community garden.
Funders
Who pays for this work — and on what terms. See the full transparency table below.
Supports the Greening America's Cities program through NWF.
State funding for community cleanup and environmental health work.
Provides support for CC4EJ's participation in national policy and research efforts.
Government & Regulatory
Agencies we work with — and hold accountable — to protect our community's health.
The state agency responsible for environmental permits, enforcement, and cleanup in Delaware.
Federal oversight of Superfund sites and pollution enforcement in our region.
Local government responsible for land use, zoning, and infrastructure decisions that affect Claymont.
Who funds us — and what that means
CC4EJ does not accept funding from companies with active pollution violations in our community. We are transparent about all funding relationships because our community deserves to know who supports this work — and whether any strings are attached.
| Funder | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Bezos Earth Fund | [verify with NWF] | Greening America's Cities / Claymont Grows community garden |
| Delaware Department of Natural Resources (DNREC) — Community Environmental Protection Fund (CEPF) | $50,000 | Community cleanup and environmental health |
| Coming Clean | $16,500 (over 2 years) | National Cumulative Impacts Working Group participation |
Note: Verify exact Bezos Earth Fund grant amount with NWF before publishing this table. DNREC CEPF grant = $50,000 (confirmed). Coming Clean = $16,500 (confirmed).