> -----Original Message-----
> From: Dave Wilson [mailto:[log in to unmask]] 
> Sent: Thursday, December 02, 2004 2:14 PM
> To: 
> Subject: Need funding for your project?
> 
> 
> Coastal Bays offers $30,000 to schools, clubs, individuals 
> for local projects
> 
> 	The Maryland Coastal Bays Program is again offering 
> mini-grants for projects aimed at addressing priority 
> problems faced in the watershed such as wildlife habitat 
> loss, nutrient enrichment, chemical contamination, and unsafe 
> boating activities.
> 	The grants are being offered to clubs, school groups, 
> organizations, and individuals for environmental projects 
> that educate the public and enhance environmental protection 
> and restoration in Maryland's coastal bays watershed.
> 	In the past, the program has awarded funds for 
> artificial reefs, tree planting, school education and 
> restoration programs, boating safety courses, stream 
> monitoring, and a breeding bird survey- to name a few.
> 	This round offers an additional $30,000 and a maximum 
> grant award of $5,000 per proposal. Applicants may submit 
> more than one proposal but each must be submitted separately 
> and must follow the format requirements.  The application 
> form is short and concise and must be submitted by Jan. 10, 
> 2005. Projects must be completed by Aug. 1, 2005.
> 	Following submission all proposals will be reviewed and 
> applicants notified in early February, 2005. At the 
> culmination of the project a brief report and evaluation is required.
> 	All are welcome to apply. However, priority will be 
> given to those projects which address the above mentioned 
> priority problems, adhere to the actions in the Comprehensive 
> Conservation and Management Plan for Maryland's coastal bays, 
> and which offer cash match or in-kind services. The Coastal 
> Bays Program is committed to making money available for 
> activities that educate the public and promote environmental 
> protection and restoration.
> 	To learn more about the Maryland Coastal Bays Community 
> Based Mini-Grant Program, or to request an application, 
> please contact Kate at (410) 213-2297 or download the 
> application and Coastal Bays Management Plan at www.mdcoastalbays.org.
>       	Since 1997, the Coastal Bays Program has 
> awarded more than $450,000 for community-based projects in 
> the coastal bays watershed.
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