The deadline is near for community members who want to apply for a Community Education Grant from the Southwest Florida Water Management District. The application deadline is Aug. 21.
Individuals, organizations or volunteer groups interested in organizing an education project for their neighborhood, community group or members of the general public are encouraged to apply. Grant recipients may receive up to $5,000 to help fund their water resources education projects.
Potential projects should provide education on any or all of the following issues: water quality, water conservation, flood protection, natural systems and watersheds. Examples of past projects include stormwater pond restorations, cleanups, watershed education fairs and showerhead exchange programs.
To discuss project ideas, please call Robin Grantham at 1-800-423-1476, ext. 4779.
The projects must take place between March 1 and July 31, 2010.
To apply, visit the District’s web site at WaterMatters.org/communitygrants. The electronic application allows applicants to save, review and change portions of their proposal before submitting.
The Community Education Grant program is funded by the District’s Basin Boards. In addition to grant funding, a variety of free materials are available and can be ordered on the District’s web site at WaterMatters.org/publications/.