EPA 910-B-03-001 Alaska United States Region 10 Idaho Environmental Protection 1200 Sixth Avenue Oregon Agency Seattle WA 98101 Washington Public Environmental Resource Center January 2003 vvEPA Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Note: This publication is provided by the EPA as a service to the education community. The information is provided as a convenience of the user. The Standards of Ethical Conduct do not permit the U.S. EPA to endorse any private sector organization, product, or service. The U.S. EPA does not exercise any control over the information you may find through these organizations *I ------- Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Table of Contents Alaska Conservation Foundation J Funds Only for Environmental Projects in Alaska | A Territory Resource Environmental Grants i Beaverton Education Foundation ! Beaverton Schools Teacher Grants I j Bonneville Environmental Foundation Renewable Energy Program Grants Watershed Program Grants The Brainerd Foundation Environmental Grants The Bullitt Foundation Environmental Grants to Citizens Groups/Non-Profit Organizations in the Pacific Northwest S Captain Planet Foundation Funds for Environmental Projects for Children and Youths Cascadia Revolving Fund Loan Fund for Small Businesses Involved with Community and Preserving/ i Restoring the Environment Charlotte Martin Foundation Wildlife and Habitat Preservation Grants City of Portland - Environmental Services Community Watershed Stewardship Grants Program Education and Restoration Grants Program Diack Ecology Education Program Ecological Studies Grants The Educational Foundation of America Environmental Grants Environmental Concern Inc. Scholarships for Teachers ------- Environmental Research & Science Foundation Solid Waste Management Grant Policies and Guidelines EPA Region 10 EPA Environmental Education Grant Program Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program Regional Initiative Grants Wetlands Program Development Grants High Desert Museum The Earle A. Chiles Award for Natural Resource Management Idaho Forest Products Commission The Idaho Forest: Grants for Teachers King County Solid Waste Division Hazards on the Homefront Mini-Grants Zero In On Waste Teacher Mini-Grants King County Water & Land Division Small Change For a Big Difference - Grants The Rural Community Partnership Grants Waterworks - Block Grant Fund Wild Places for City Spaces: the Urban Reforestation and Habitat Restoration Grant Fund Kitsap County Public Works Kitsap County's 2003 Watershed Mini-Grants Kongsgaard-Goldman Foundation Environmental Protection / Conservation Grants Laird Norton Endowment Foundation Laird Norton Grants in the Area of Sustainable Forestry Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership Mini-Grants Metro Regional Parks & Greenspaces Conservation and Restoration Program Fundings Environmental Education Grant Fundings Leo Model Foundation Grants Available The Mountaineers Foundation Grants Supporting Conservation and Research National Fish & Wildlife Foundation - Pacific Northwest Region National Fish & Wildlife Foundation Challenge Grants National Forest Foundation NFF 2003 Matching Grants Program ------- National Gardening Association Kids in the Garden Grants Program Northwest Fund for the Environment Washington Natural Resources Funding NSTA/Toyota TAPESTRY Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Teachers I I Oregon Sea Grant Oregon Sea Grant Program Development Grants ! i Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board | OWEB Small Grant Program S Watershed Enhancement Project Grants ! PG&E National Energy Group Environmental Education Grants Program Project Learning Tree GreenWorks! Grants Puget Sound Action Team j Public Involvement & Education (PIE) Funding The Russell Family Foundation Education and Environmental Grants L.J, and Mary C. Skaggs Foundation Environmental Education Grant Resource I Snohomish County PUD ฆ Energy and Water Mini-Grants to Teachers in Snohomish County i SOLV Make It Right - Grants Available University of Washington - Geophysics Program K-12 Mini-Grants for Teachers Wal-Mart Foundation Environmental Grants Washington Foundation for the Environment Student Environmental Stewardship Award Program Washington Foundation for the Environment Grants Washington Native Plant Society Education Grants Wildlife Habitat Council Five Star Restoration Program Grants ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Alaska Conservation Foundation Funds Only for Environmental Projects in Alaska As the major philanthropic link between committed donors and Alaska's conservation community, ACF's core function is to provide critical operating and project support to local grassroots conservation organizations and individuals. ACF grants are awarded to a range of organizations and projects that work to protect and enhance Alaska's incredible ecosystems and wildlife, to promote sustainable communities, to help build institutional capacity, and to build broad-based public support for environmental protection As a 501(c)(3) community foundation, ACF accepts requests for funding from incorporated, tax-exempt organizations, non-incorporated organizations, and individuals whose work is directly related to ecosystem protection and sustainable community development in Alaska. Proposed projects must meet specific grant guidelines to qualify for consideration. Prospective grantees must also demonstrate that the majority of their activities fit with ACF's mission. Reporting Guidelines All succesful grant recipients are required to submit an evaluation at the end of the grant term. You can access the evaluation form at http://www.akcf.org/evaluation.htm Please submit this form, with financial statements, to us within a week after your grant term is over. See website:http://www.akcf.org/gettinggrant.htm Contact Alaska Conservation Foundation Information: c/o Deborah L. Williams 907-276-1917 ext. 108 441 West 5th Avenue, Suite 402 Anchorage AK 99501-2340 Title: Description: Phone: 907-276-1917 Fax: 907-274-4145 acfinfo@akcf.org http://www. akcf. org/ Alaska Conservation Foundation is a community foundation for the environment that receives and awards grants throughout the state to: Protect the integrity of Alaska's ecosystems, Promote sustainable livelihoods for Alaska's communities and people. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest A Territory Resource Title: Environmental Grants Description: One-Year Basic Grants ($5,000) For general support or project-specific needs. Offered twice yearly. The best entry point for new and emerging groups that want to move into ATR's multi-year granting pipeline. Three-Year Support Grants ($45,000 per year) Encourages organizational stability and ongoing impact. To be eligible, an organization must have previously received a one-year Basic grant. Awarded once a year with the application deadline in the winter. Technical Assistance Grants ($250 - $2,500) Made periodically during the year. Intended to help increase skills (i.e. fundraising, organizational development and leadership, organizational diversity and inclusion, administrative and fiscal management, networking and collaboration, development of long range and strategic plans). Grants may also be used for cross training and skill exchanges among two or more organizations, attending training programs or conferences, and other similar work. Rapid Response Grants Rapid Response grants of up to $1,000 are available throughout the year. A single organization is eligible for only one Rapid Response grant per year and must meet strict eligibility guidelines. The purpose of a Rapid Response grant is to respond quickly to unexpected events or issues within the applicant's community. (This category of grants was established to respond to legislative or policy attacks.) They cannot be used for bridge loans, to provide cash flow, or for financial shortfalls. If you have questions about eligibility or applying for a Rapid Response grant, please call ATR's Grants Manager at (206) 624-4081 ext. 13. See website:http://www.atrfoundation.org/apply_for_a_grant.htm A Territory Resource c/o Soya Jung Harris 206-624-4081 603 Stewart Street, Suite 1007 Seattle WA 98101-1228 206-624-4081 206-382-2640 mailto:grants@atrfoundation.ore http://www.atrfoundation.org A Territory Resource (ATR) is a public foundation that supports activist, community-based organizations working for social, economic, and environmental justice across the Northwest in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Beaverton Education Foundation Title: Beaverton Schools Teacher Grants Description: Grants for teachers promote innovative projects and provide critical learning opportunities. During the past two years, the BEF has awarded over $251,000 to Beaverton students in Mini-grants, BEF Kids Count Grants and in awards to individual parent clubs, high school activity and service organizations who have helped with our Phone-a-thons. Grant Awards: BEF Kids Count Grants I MiniGrants Mini Grants: BEF awards Mini-grants ($500-$1000) two times a school year to provide funding for projects that enrich learning and encourage classroom innovation for Beaverton students. The grants awarded have been as diverse as the students in the District. Examples include: Creating a bilingual puppet show Natural history and cultural field trips A Math program utilizing children's literature Involving parents in a reading and cooking project with their first graders See website:http://www.beavertonkids.org/index.htm Contact Beaverton Education Foundation Information: c/o BEF Personnel 503.591.4442 16550 SW Merto Road Beaverton OR 97006 Phone: 503.591.4442 Fax: 503.591.4139 info @ beavertonkids.org http://www.beavertonkids.org/index.htm We assist in providing a quality education for every student in the Beaverton School District through financial and other means of support. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Bonneville Environmental Foundation Title: Renewable Energy Program Grants Description: Criteria: To be eligible for BEF funding and support, projects must meet the following criteria (as applicable): Project assists BEF in meeting its Program Goals Project meets or exceeds applicable government environmental impact criteria. The environmental benefits are significant; negative environmental impacts are fully assessed; and the project can be fairly represented as low-environmental-impact. If a BEF grant is requested for a generating project, the BEF share will not exceed 33% of total capital costs, and 0% of operating costs. In no event will BEF funding go to costs that can be met at prevailing market prices. Project sponsors should have the appropriate experience and credentials (including technical and financial) to undertake the project. The project (or project phase that can be separately evaluated) can be completed within a two-year time frame. BEF participation in the project is structured to insulate BEF from project performance, safety or other risk or liability. For preferred criteria, see website: http://www.bonenvfdn.org/grants/renew_criteria.shtm Deadlines: Letters of Enquiry Accepted Anytime Notification of Grant Awards Ongoing Upon Board Approval Contact Bonneville Environmental Foundation Information: c/o Foundation Office 503-248-1905 133 SW 2nd Avenue, Suite 410 Portland OR 97204 Phone: 503-248-1905 Fax: 503-248-1908 mailto: Information @ B-E-F.org http://www.bonenvfdn.org/ The Bonneville Environmental Foundation is a charitable and nonprofit public benefit corporation dedicated to encouraging and funding projects that develop and/or apply clean, environmentally preferred renewable power and acquire, maintain, preserve, restore and/or sustain fish and wildlife habitat within the Pacific Northwest. ------- IIS Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Bonneville Environmental Foundation Watershed Program Grants Eligibility: Any private person, organization, local or tribal government, located in the Pacific Northwest (OR, WA, ID, MT) may submit a proposal to BEF. Proposals will only be considered, however, from applicants proposing to complete a watershed biological assessment or applicants operating within the context of a previously completed watershed biological assessment. No BEF funds will be available for any political activity, including lobbying government institutions or advocating political or statutory change. The Bonneville Environmental Foundation is committed to funding watershed projects with the highest potential to restore ecological integrity to Pacific Northwest rivers and streams. To this end, our Watershed Project Committee sets rigorous project standards based upon the best available watershed science and extensive first hand experience with successful and unsuccessful watershed restoration efforts. Watershed Programs Letters of Enquiry Postmarked by Oct. 11, 2002 Notification of Grant Awards April 15, 2003 See website: http://www.bonenvfdn.org/grants/prereq.shtm Bonneville Environmental Foundation c/o Foundation Office 503-248-1905 133 SW 2nd Avenue, Suite 410 Portland OR 97204 Title: Description: Contact Information: Phone: 503-248-1905 Fax: 503-248-1908 mailto:lnformation @ B-E-F.org http://www.bonenvfdn.org/ The Bonneville Environmental Foundation is a charitable and nonprofit public benefit corporation dedicated to encouraging and funding projects that develop and/or apply clean, environmentally preferred renewable power and acquire, maintain, preserve, restore and/or sustain fish and wildlife habitat within the Pacific Northwest. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest The Brainerd Foundation Title: Environmental Grants Description: Grant Types and Program Areas: The Brainerd Foundation provides two types of grants, Program Grants and Opportunity Fund Grants within our designated program areas: Endangered Ecosystems and Communications and Capacity Building *. Proposals, accepted by invitation only, are generally due eight to ten weeks before board meetings. Our board meets to approve grants three times a year. In 2003, these meetings will be held March 6, June 2-3, and November 7. Talk to our staff for precise application deadlines. Funding Region: We support grassroots-oriented projects to protect the environment in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, British Columbia and the Yukon Territory. Our current geographic focus includes Oregon's Klamath Basin and Klamath-Siskiyou Mountains; intact shrub-steppe landscapes in southeast Oregon and the Owyhee Uplands; British Columbia's "Northern Tier" of intact coastal and interior watersheds, including the Taku, Stikine and Iskut Rivers; Southeast Alaska's Tongass National Forest; Alaska's Copper River watershed; Alaska's North Slope with special focus on the Western Arctic and the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge; and critical forest, grasslands and shrub-steppe habitats within the Yellowstone to Yukon ecosystems. While most of our grantmaking is directed within these focus areas, we do occasionally fund projects in other areas. Grantmaking Limitations: Our grantmaking does have specific restrictions beyond our geographic and programmatic scope. The foundation makes grants to non-profic organizations classified as 501 (c)(3) public charities by the Internal Revenue Service, or to Canadian organizations deemed equivalent by the Foundation. We do not make grants intended to influence legislation or to support candidates for political office (please see Restrictions on Lobbying Activities for more information). See website for more details:http://www.bi ainerd.org/brainerd/funding_areas/intro.asp Contact The Brainerd Foundation Information: c/o Brainerd Foundation Staff 1601 Second Avenue, Suite 610 Seattle WA 98101 206-448-0676 206-448-7222 mailto:info@brainerd.org http://www.brainerd.org/index.htm The Brainerd Foundation is dedicated to protecting the environment of the Pacific Northwest. Our web site will tell you more about how we support grassroots-oriented projects in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, British Columbia, and the Yukon Territory. Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest The Bullitt Foundation Environmental Grants to Citizens Groups/Non-Profit Organizations in the Pacific Northwest The Bullitt Foundation is committed to the protection and restoration of the environment of the Pacific Northwest. This commitment includes environmental problems that disproportionately impact lower-economic people in both urban and rural communities. The Foundation invites proposals from nonprofit organizations that serve Washington, Oregon, Idaho, British Columbia, western Montana (including the Rocky Mountain Range), and the rain forest region of southern Alaska. The majority of grantees are citizen groups located in the Northwest that are working to build and strengthen the environmental movement and to educate the broader public about the importance of protecting and restoring the environment. Grant application deadlines are May 1 and November 1. If the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, applications are due in the Foundation office no later than the first business day following the deadline. The Foundation does not use a letter of inquiry pre-screening process. The Foundation will consider special requests at any time in response to unforeseen emergencies or unique opportunities. Available funds are limited and approval standards are high. Interested applicants must contact the appropriate program officer to determine eligibility. Program Priorities: Energy and Climate Change: Forests and Land Ecosystems: Growth Management and Transportation: Public Outreach, Education, and Capacity Building: Rivers, Wetlands, Estuaries, and Marine Areas: Sustainable Agriculture: Toxic Substances, Mining, and Radioactive Waste: Other Environmental Concerns: See website for further details:http://www.bullitt.org/ The Bullitt Foundation c/o Amy Solomon 206-343-0807 1212 Minor Avenue Seattle WA 98101-2825 206-343-0807 206-343-0822 mailto:info@bullitt.org http://www.bullitt.org/ To protect and restore the natural physical environment of the Pacific Northwest Title: Description: Amy Solomon Steven Whitney Amy Solomon : Amy Solomon Steven Whitney Amy Solomon Amy Solomon Amy Solomon Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Captain Planet Foundation Funds for Environmental Projects for Children and Youths Policies and Grant Guidelines: The Captain Planet Foundation will fund as many projects as its annual resources allow. Please read the following guidelines thoroughly if you would like to seek funding from us. In order to maximize the impact of Foundation funds, the Board of Trustees limit their grant awards to those applications which comply with the following guidelines. All applicant organizations or sponsoring agencies must be exempt from federal taxation under the Internal Revenue Code Section 501, in order to be eligible for funding (this includes most schools and non-profit organizations). All Projects Must: Promote understanding of environmental issues ' Focus on hands-on involvement Involve children and young adults 6-18 (elementary through high school) Promote interaction and cooperation within the group Help young people develop planning and problem solving skills Include adult supervision Commit to follow-up communication with the Foundation (specific requirements are explained once the grant has beenawarded) See website for details:http://www.captainplanetfdn.org/aboutUs.html Captain Planet Foundation c/o Sona Chambers 404-827-4130 One CNN Center, 10 South Atlanta GA 30303 Phone: 404-827-4130 Fax: 404-588-6279 Captain.Planet.Foundation@turner.com The mission of the Captain Planet Foundation is to fund and support hands-on environmental projects for children and youths. Our objective is to encourage innovative programs that empower children and youth around the world to work individually and collectively to solve environmental problems in their neighborhoods and communities. Through environmental education, we believe that children can achieve a better understanding and appreciation for the world in which they live. Title: Description: Contact Information: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Cascadia Revolving Fund Loan Fund for Small Businesses Involved with Comunity and Preserving/Restoring the Environment A nonprofit community development financial institution serving the Pacific Northwest that provides loans and technical support to entrepreneurs and nonprofit organizations unable to access financing and support through traditional sources. We lend to businesses owned by women, minorities, and low-inclome people, and to businesses which have strong potential to create family wage jobs or which preserve or restore the environment. Send in your application Washington businesses should mail their application to: Cascadia Revolving Fund, 1901 NW Market Street, Seattle, Washington 98107 Oregon businesses should mail their application to our Portland office at: Cascadia Revolving Fund, 936 SE Ankeny, Suite 1, Portland, Oregon 97214 Once your application has been received and reviewed by a loan officer, he or she will contact you to talk about your business, to gather more information and explain in more detail about our loan process. The application process may take up to two months to complete. See website for details:http://www.cascadiafund.Org/loan3.html#anchor72096 Contact Cascadia Revolving Fund Information: c/o Loan Officer Title: Description: 1901 NW Market Street Seattle WA 98107 Phone: 206-447-9226 Fax: 206-682-4804 info@cascadiafund.org http://www.cascadiafund.org Cascadia Revolving Fund provides Pacific Northwest communities with the means to reach their full potential for economic and environmental health. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Charlotte Martin Foundation Title: Description: Wildlife and Habitat Preservation Grants What We Believe As development pressures increase, the stewardship of vital ecosystems is critical for protecting species, populations and habitats. The need exists to preserve land, through acquisition, easements and other conservation approaches. Applied science and research are important tools for preserving, protecting, and restoring all forms of wildlife and habitat, as is understanding the complexity and interdependence of all life. The concept of suslainability recognizes that environment, economics and equity must be considered together in order to protect the quality of life at every level. What We Support 1 .Only those organizations whose missions are dedicated to preservation, protection or perpetuation of wildlife and /or habitat may apply for funding. 2. On-the-ground efforts to preserve and protect species and habitat. Our current focus is: Fish and Wildlife Species Land trusts and similar organizations involved in establishment of wildlife corridors. Seee website: http://www.charlottemartin .org/ Contact Information: Charlotte Martin Foundation c/o Grant Information Bank of America Private Bark, WA1-102-47-47,701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 4700 Seattle WA 98104-7001 Phone: 206/358-0648 Fax: info@charlottemartin.org http://www.charlottemartin.org/ The Charlotte Martin Foundation, a private independent foundation operating in the Western United States, is dedicated to enriching the lives of youth in the areas of athletics, culture, and education and also to preserving and protecting wildlife and habitat. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest City of Portland - Environmental Services Title: Community Watershed Stewardship Grants Program Description: Watershed Stewardship Grants Maintaining a healthy watershed takes the efforts of everyone who lives, works and plays in that watershed. Environmental Services helps people help our streams. Our watershed stewardship grants provide up to $5,000 to citizens and organizations to encourage watershed protection and enhancement at the local level. Grant money can be used for supplies, materials, equipment, room rentals, feasibility studies or technical assistance. We will once again begin accepting applications for stewardship grants in January 2003. We will be looking for projects that promote citizen involvement in watershed stewardship and benefit the public. For more information on the program or how to apply, call 503-823-5740, email amberm@bes.ci.portland.or.us or write to: Environmental Services Community Stewardship Grant Program 1120 SW Fifth Avenue, Room 1000 Portland, Oregon 97204 See website:www.cleanrivers-pdx.org/get_involved/stewardship.htm City of Portland - Environmental Services c/o Amber Marra 503-823-5740 1120 SW 5th Avenue, Room 1000 Portland OR 97204-1912 503-823-7740 503-823-6995 meganh@bes.ci.portland.or.us, lynnv@bes.ci.portland.or.us http://www.enviro.ci.portland.or.us/ Clean Rivers Education Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest City of Portland - Environmental Services Title: Education and Restoration Grants Program Description: Education and Restoration Grants Environmental Services has joined with Portland State University, local watershed councils and the community to raise awareness of and to improve watershed health. We offer education and restoration grants, educational workshops, technical assistance, watershed council organizational development and informational resources. Our Education and Restoration grants provide up to $5,000 to citizens and organizations to encourage watershed education and restoration at the local level. Grant money can be used for supplies, materials, equipment, room rentals, feasibility studies or technical assistance. We will once again begin accepting applications for stewardship grants in January 2003. We will be looking for projects that promote citizen involvement in watershed stewardship and benefit the public. For more information on the program or how to apply, call 503-823-5740, email amberm@bes.ci.portland.or.us or write to: Environmental Services Community Stewardship Grant Program 1120 SW Fifth Avenue, Room 1000 Portland, Oregon 97204 See website:www.cleanrivers-pdx.org/get_involved/stewardship.htm City of Portland - Environmental Services c/o Amber Marra 503-823-5740 1120 SW 5th Avenue, Room 1000 Portland OR 97204-1912 Phone: 503-823-7740 Fax: 503-823-6995 meganh@bes.ci.portland.or.us, lynnvฎ bes.ci.portland.or.us http://www. envi ro. ci. portland. or. us/ Clean Rivers Education Contact Information: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Diack Ecology Education Program Title: Ecological Studies Grants Description: The Diack Ecology Education Program was established in 1993 by the late Dr. Arch Diack and his family. Funds are awarded to assist "hands-on" programs which involve Oregon children, K-12 in regularly scheduled field based study which emphases analytical thought, especially programs in which the students' work has community visibility and is connected to community interest or goals. Grants usually do not exceed $1,500 and are awarded for projects which study any aspect of the local environment by taking advantage of close study opportunities. Funds have been used for a variety of items such as microscopes, safety glasses, soil test kits, rock hammers, boots, field study books, cameras, back packs, compasses, binoculars, water test kits, specimen collection supplies, etc. The Diack Program especially supports projects which will become part of the weekly school program. An example would be a proposal to study a site close to the school or to "adopt" or develop such a site. Funds ordinarily are not approved for substitute teachers or transportation. There are no funding deadlines. See website for more details:http://diack-ecology.org/ Contact Diack Ecology Education Program Information: c/o Don Jeffries 503-287-7874 5440 SW Westgate Drive, Suite 320 Portland OR 97221 Phone: 503-297-6043 Fax: http://diack-ecology.org Grants to teachers in Oregon for Field Based Ecology ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest The Educational Foundation of America Title: Environmental Grants Description: EFA welcomes Letters of Inquiry at any time. There are no deadlines. All Letters of Inquiry should be addressed to: Diarie M. Allison, Executive Director The Educational Foundation of America 35 Church Lane Westport, CT 06880-3515 Phone: (203) 226-6498 E-mail: efa@efaw.org The Educational Foundation of America (EFA) makes grants to qualifying non-profit organizations that have tax-exempt status and those that are not private foundations as defined in the Internal Revenue Code. EFA provides grants for specific projects. It does not provide funds for endowment or endowed faculty chairs, building/capital programs, religious purposes, grants to individuals, annual fund-raising campaigns, indirect costs, overhead or general support. The Foundation prefers not to fund projects located outside the United States. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the environment, the crisis of human overpopulation and reproductive freedom, Native Americans, arts, education, medicine, and human services. Important characteristics considered by EFA are an organization's record of achievement, intended broad impact, sound financial practices, increasing independence, and correspondence with EFA objectives. Unfortunately, many worthy requests are denied because needs exceed the Foundation's resources or a given project does not fall within a current area of focus. See website for details:http://www.efaw.org/page6.html The Educational Foundation of America c/o Diane M. Allison 203-226-6498 35 Church Lane Westport CT 06880-0424 203-226-6498 203-227-0424 mailto:efa@efaw.org http://www.efaw.org The foundation's areas of interest include, but are not limited to: the arts, education, energy, the environment, human overpopulation and reproductive freedom, medicine, Native Americans, and peace. Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Environmental Concern Inc. Scholarships for Teachers Environmental Concern Inc. (EC), a non-profit, non-advocacy corporation, has received foundation funding from the Constellation Energy Group to provide scholarships to teachers for courses offered by EC. Scholarship funds are generally available for 50% of tuition and material costs for courses offered by EC, and do not cover travel, lodging, meals, and other expenses. To apply for a scholarship, please have your principal submit to EC a letter of nomination that includes the course title, date of course, and an explanation of the specific appropriateness of the course for the candidate's fulfillment of his/her duties. Scholarships are competitive and individuals are permitted to apply for more than one course, if appropriate. Nominations for more than one course for one person may be made in the same letter. Applications for more than one person in a given school are allowed. A letter of nomination is required for each individual being nominated for a scholarship. See website for details:http://www.wetland.org/scholartchr.html Environmental Concern Inc. c/o Education Director 410-745-9620 P.O. Box P St. Michaels MD 21663 Title: Description: Contact Information: Phone: 410-745-9620 Fax: 410- 745-4066 educate@wetland.org http://www.wetland.org/ A non-profit organization dedicated to wetland restoration, research, and education since 1972. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Environmental Research & Science Foundation Title: Solid Waste Management Grant Policies and Guidelines Description: The Foundation awards several grants each year for research or education in topics pertaining with any aspect of solid waste management. Project topics could deal with any aspect of the following: Waste generation rates and composition; Waste minimization; Collection and transport; Sorting, recycling, and remanufacture; Disposal options (e.g. landfilling or incineration); Waste or energy recovery (e.g., composting, landfill gas to energy); Innovations in collection and transportation equipment development; Employee health and safety; Sustainability or resources; Life-cycle assessment of waste management; Educating corporate customers in purchasing environmentally preferable waste services; and Development of high school and college educational programs. IMPORTANT: DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL, THE FOUNDATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTING UNSOLICITED REQUESTS FOR FUNDS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. See website for further criteria/guidelines: http://www.erefdn.org/guide.html Environmental Research & Science Foundation c/o Michael J. Cagney 202-364-3789 4301 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 300 Washington DC 200008 202-364-3789 202-364-3788 mailto:mcagney@envasns.org http://www.erefdn.org/ Developing Environmental Solutions Through Research and Education Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- IIS Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest EPA Region 10 EPA Environmental Education Grant Program EE Grants 2003 It is currently uncertain whether the responsibility for Environmental Education will remain at EPA or be shifted over to the National Science Foundation (NSF). Please check here after Congress passes the Federal Budget for 2003. We will post a new Solicitation Notice below if EPA retains this grant program. Please do not phone or write to EPA asking about future dates for the next grant cycle. EPA staff has no additional information and is waiting to see if there will be a grant program. Please follow national news and check this site again after the 2003 Federal budget is passed (probably in January). EPA Grant Description Goal: To stimulate environmental education by supporting projects to design, demonstrate or disseminate practices, methods, or techniques related to environmental education. Focus: Design, demonstration or dissemination of environmental curricula; assessing environmental and ecological conditions or specific environmental issues or problems; training or education teachers, faculty or related personnel; fostering international cooperation in addressing environmental issues and problems in the United States, Canada and/or Mexico. Funding Range: Competitive. EPA regional offices may award grants up to $25,000. Grants for $25,001 and up to $250,000 are awarded by the EPA Headquarters office in Washington, D.C. Match is required. Federal funds for projects shall not exceed 75 percent of the total cost of the projects. EPA encourages non-federal matching shares of greater than 25 percent. Will Fund: Any local or tribal education agency, state education or environmental agency, college or university, not-for-profit organizations, noncommercial education broadcasting entity, not an individual or an individual tribe unless they meet criteria listed above. Will Not Fund: Construction projects; technical training of environmental management professionals; noneducational research and development; lobbying or political activities, and/or projects that are solely designed to develop or disseminate environmental information. EPA Region 10 c/o Sally Hanft 206-553-1207 1200 Sixth Avenue Seattle WA 98101 206-553-1200 206-553-0149 epa-seattle@epa.gov http://www.epa.gov/r1 Oearth Federal Agency, Northwest Region: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington Title: Description: Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest EPA Region 10 Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program Regional Initiative Grants Regional Initiative Grants support pollution prevention projects that are important to and complement ongoing efforts in the EPA regional offices. Traditionally, each EPA regional office selects one project for funding. Then, the top unfunded projects from each regional office are pooled, further reviewed and funded until the balance of available funds are obligated. Questions regarding these grants or the call for proposals should be directed to the appropriate EPA regional office contacts. Membership in EPA's Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program is not an eligibility requirement for these grants. A call for proposals is generally issued around February 1 of each year. For reference, you may follow these links to view information from last year's process (current year information will be posted when a call for proposals is issued: See website for details: http://www.epa.gov/oppbppd1/PESP/regional_grants.htm EPA Region 10 c/o Karl Arne 206-553-2576 1200 Sixth Avenue Seattle WA 98101 206-553-1200 206-553-0149 epa-seattle@epa.gov http://www.epa.gov/r10earth Federal Agency, Northwest Region: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington Title: Description: Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest EPA Region 10 Title: Wetlands Program Development Grants Description: The Wetland Program Development Grants (WPDGs), initiated in FY90, provide eligible applicants an opportunity to conduct projects that promote the coordination and acceleration of research, investigations, experiments, training, demonstrations, surveys, and studies relating to the causes, effects, extent, prevention, reduction, and elimination of water pollution. While WPDGs can continue to be used by recipients to build and refine any element of a comprehensive wetland program, priority will be given to funding projects that address the three priority areas identified by EPA for FY03: Developing a comprehensive monitoring and assessment program; improving the effectiveness of compensatory mitigation; and refining the protection of vulnerable wetlands and aquatic resources. States, Tribes, local governments (S/T/LGs), interstate associations, intertribal consortia, and national non-profit, non-governmental organizations are eligible to apply. This document governs the grant selection and award process for eligible applicants interested in applying for FY03 WPDGs. See website:http://www.epa.gov/owow/wetlands/grantguidelines/ EPA Region 10 c/o Richard Clark 206-553-6522 1200 Sixth Avenue Seattle WA 98101 Contact Information: Phone: 206-553-1200 Fax: 206-553-0149 epa-seattle @ epa.gov http://www.epa.gov/r1 Oearth Federal Agency, Northwest Region: Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington ------- Us Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest High Desert Museum The Earle A. Chiles Award for Natural Resource Management The Earle A. Chiles Award is a $10,000 cash prize presented annually by The High Desert Museum in recognition of outstanding natural and cultural resource management of the High Desert Region. "The Award recognizes an individual for his or her accomplishments in promoting thoughtful management of the High Desert region's natural resources or for the resolution of conflicts involving these resources." Nominations are accepted annually from a variety of fields and all segments of the population, including government agencies. The nomination requirements are as follow: a signed and completed nomination form; nominee's resume or biographical statement; three primary letters of reference; and published articles or other relevant materials. High Desert Museum c/o Kevin Britz 541-382-4754 59800 S. Highway 97 Bend OR 97702 Title: Description. Contact Information: Phone: 541-382-4754 Fax: 541-382-5256 info@highdesert. org http://www.highdesert.org/ The Education Department strives to provide members of the public with inspiration, information and techniques through which they can make better informed judgments about their own past and more insightful choices about their future. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Idaho Forest Products Commission Title: The Idaho Forest: Grants for Teachers Description: What: The Idaho Forest Products Commission is pleased to offer grants of up to $200 for forest-related education projects and activities. Who: All teachers who will be teaching in Idaho during the upcoming school year are eligible to apply. When: Application deadline is August 15. Grants will be awarded by September 15. Applications are accepted year-round. How: It's easy! Just click here to go to the on-line grant application page, or e-mail us at plt@idahoforests.org and we'll send you an application form. To apply, fill out all sections of this form, in website: http://www.idahoforests.org/special1.htm and click the "send" button. Contact Idaho Forest Products Commission Information: c/o Michelle Youngquist 208-334-4061 P.O. Box 855 Boise ID 83701 Phone: 208-334-4061 800-ID-WOODS (Idaho Only) Fax: http://www.idahoforests.org/ To meet its goals, IFPC funds programs and projects that will satisfy the public's need for information about Idaho's forests and forest products industry. The standard for all IFPC programs and activities is to be credible, accurate, high-quality, timely and statewide in application. Each project focuses on reaching a specific audience and achieving a specific goal. Atl activities fall within one of seven program areas: education, mass media, public information, industry information, research, contingency and administration. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest King County Solid Waste Division Title: Hazards on the Homefront Mini-Grants Description: Teachers in King County who have taken the Hazards on the Homefront workshop and are interested in completing a project with their students for this program, can apply for a mini-grant. Grant amounts range from $50 to $500 and may be used for teacher planning time in conducting an action project with students, or for cost of materials, honoraria or speaker fees associated with the project. To receive a grant, just meet these simple guidelines: Focus on household hazardous products, their proper use and disposal, and/or safer substitutes. Involve students. Include adult supervision. Complete the project during the school year. Agree to summarize the project at its conclusion in a brief, final report. To request more information, use our message form or call Jennifer Howell at Triangle Associates, Inc. at (206) 583-0655. These programs and services are available to schools in King County (schools within the Seattle city limits are eligible only for the Household Hazardous Waste program) and are provided at no fee to the recipient. See website for details:http://dnr.metrokc.gov/swd/SCHOOLPR/hhw/minigrants.htm King County Solid Waste Division c/o Jennifer Howell 206-583-0655 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 701 Seattle WA 98104 Phone: 206-296-6542 Fax: 206-296-0197 Contact Information: http://dnr.metrokc.gov/swd County Agency For Solid Waste Disposal ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest King County Solid Waste Division Title: Zero In On Waste Teacher Mini-Grants Description: Teachers using the Zero in On Waste guide can apply for a mini-grant to assist them in presenting a lesson. Grants can be requested in amounts up to $500 and can be used for conducting a project, purchasing supplies/materials, or paying honoria or speaker fees. Projects and lessons should relate to recycling, waste reduction, hazardous waste disposal and handling, or conservation of resources. See some examples of projects done with the help of Zero in On Waste grant funds. Call Donna Miscolta at 206-296-4477. See website:http://dnr.metrokc.gov/swd/schoolpr/second/guides.htm Contact Information: King County Solid Waste Division c/o Donna Miscolta 206-296-4477 201 South Jackson Street, Suite 701 Seattle WA 98104 Phone: Fax: 206-296-6542 206-296-0197 http://dnr.metrokc.gov/swd County Agency For Solid Waste Disposal ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest King County Water & Land Division Title: Small Change For a Big Difference - Grants Description: A program funded by Surface Water Management Utility fees and Wastewater Treatment service fees Grant Guidelines: Small Change for a Big Difference projects improve or protect water quality and water dependent habitats through educational or on-the-ground projects. The maximum award in 2002 is $2,000. A simple application will allow successful applicants to begin work as soon as 15 working days after submitting their request. The selection process is non-competitive and there are no deadlines but you are encouraged to apply early. All you need to do is submit a short application: (See website: http://dnr.metrokc.gov/wlr/pi/SmallChange.htm) Describe the context of your request. In two pages or less tell us what you plan to do and whether it is part of a larger effort to protect water quality or water-dependent habitat. Of particular interest are: the environmental benefits the community involvement benefits, including strength and diversity of partnerships and educational opportunities for youth and/ or adults Send us your application today! For more information, contact Ken Pritchard at 206-296-8265 or e-mail ken.pritchard@metrokc.gov. See website for more details:http://dnr.metrokc.gov/wlr/pi/Smal!Change.htm Contact King County Water & Land Division Information: c/o Ken Pritchard 206-296-8265 201 S. Jackson Street, Suite 703 Seattle WA 98104 Phone: 206-296-6519 Fax: 206-296-0192 http://splash.metrokc.gov/wlr/index.htm King County Deptartment of Natural Resources ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest King County Water & Land Division The Rural Community Partnership Grants The Rural Community Partnership Grants (RCPG) is a community sen/ice of the Rural Drainage Program of the King County Water and Land Resources Division. It provides small grants to organizations and schools to work collaboratively with the county to solve drainage problems in the rural portion of the Surface Water Management Service Area. There are two types of proposals: Grants up to $5,000 (no deadlines) Grants greater than $5,000 evaluated competitively and submitted in spring and summer. Types of projects may include, among others: Filtering storm water through vegetated swales and naturalized retention ponds; reducing down-cutting of streambeds; or enlisting rural residents to minimize their impact on surface water through landscaping and gardening practices. Applicants must have a non-profit status or qualify as a governmental unit (e.g., a utility district, a school, a tribe) and the project location must be in the Rural Surface Water Management Service Areas (see website). Individuals, for-profit businesses and King County departments are not eligible. See website for details: http://dnr.metrokc.gov/wlr/waterres/wsf/RDP.htm King County Water & Land Division c/o Ken Pritchard 206-296-8265 201 S. Jackson Street, Suite 703 Seattle WA 98104 Phone: 206-296-6519 Fax: 206-296-0192 Title: Description: Contact Information: http://splash.metrokc.gov/wlr/index.htm King County Deptartment of Natural Resources ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest King County Water & Land Division Waterworks - Block Grant Fund Grants up to $50,000 are available for community projects that protect or improve watersheds, streams, rivers, lakes, wetlands and tidewater. Projects must have a demonstrable positive impact on the waters of King County and must address one or more of the following: Improve or protect water quality and water dependent habitats Demonstrate the beneficial use of biosolids or reclaimed water Impart a strong water quality ethic Applicants must have a non-profit status or qualify as a governmental unit) e.g., a city, a utility district, a school, a tribe) and the project location must be in the Wastewater Treatment Area. However, some exceptions may apply (see website). Individual, for-profit businesses and King County departments are not eligible. For further information please contact: Ken Pritchard King County Waterworks Water and Land Resources Division 201 Jackson Street, Suite 600 Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 296-8265 ken .pritchard @ metrokc. gov See website for more details:http://dnr.metrokc.gov/wlr/waterres/wsf/wsfinfo.htm King County Water & Land Division c/o Ken Pritchard 206-296-8265 201 S. Jackson Street, Suite 703 Seattle WA 98104 Phone: 206-296-6519 Fax: 206-296-0192 http://splash.metrokc.gov/wlr/index.htm King County Deptartment of Natural Resources Title: Description: Contact Information: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest King County Water & Land Division Wild Places for City Spaces: the Urban Reforestation and Habitat Restoration Grant Fund Wild Places for City Spaces grants provide funds to volunteer organizations, community groups and government agencies for reforestation and habitat restoration projects within the urban growth area of King County. Eligible Projects: Must be a reforestation or restoration project with on-the-ground benefits. Funds are not available for acquisition projects. Must be located within the Urban Growth Area of King County. Projects within cities are eligible. Must provide public access (with appropriate restrictions to protect sensitive resources). Must provide at least 50% match. Matching funds may be in-kind contributions. Projects located within city limits must include the city as a co-applicant or the application must be accompanied by a letter of support from the appropriate city department director. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted year-round. Applications will be reviewed by the King County Water & Land Resources Division. The Division will then recommend projects for funding to the Metropolitan King County Council. Applications should be submitted to: Grants Program Land and Water Stewardship Services Attn: Ken Pritchard 201 S. Jackson, Suite 600 Seattle, WA 98104-3854 See website for details: http://dnr.metrokc.gov/wlr/lands/urhrdesc.htm King County Water & Land Division c/o Ken Pritchard 206-296-8265 201 S. Jackson Street, Suite 703 Seattle WA 98104 Phone: 206-296-6519 Fax: 206-296-0192 http://splash.metrokc.gov/wlr/index.htm King County Deptartment of Natural Resources Title: Description: Contact Information: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Kitsap County Public Works Kitsap County's 2003 Watershed Mini-Grants Watershed mini-grants are available for education and enhancement projects. The 2003 Watershed Mini-Grants Program offers grants of up to $2,500 for local education and restoration projects that address water quality, stormwater management, stream habitat, wetlands, lakes, and near shore habitats. The total grant funding available in 2003 is $15,000. This program is funded by Kitsap County's Surface and Stormwater Management Program and administred by the Department of Community Development. Who is Eligible? Youth, employee and conservation organizations, neighborheed groups, fishing and service clubs, schools, student associations and homeowners' associations, businesses and are encouraged to apply. Projects must benefit citizens residing in unincorporated Kitsap County Completed applications must be postmarked by January 2, 2003. Award letter to recipients will be in early February. See website for more details, http://www.kitsapgov.com/nr/ Kitsap County Public Works c/o Val Koehler 360-337-7290 614 Division St. Ms-27 Port Orchard WA 98366 Phone: 360-337-5777 Fax: 360-337-4867 http://www.kitsapgov.com/pw/ Maintain City & County Regulations Of Public Works Title: Description: Contact Information: ------- IIS Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Kongsgaard-Goldman Foundation Title: Environmental Protection / Conservation Grants Description: The Foundation is particularly interested in proposals reflecting the following general program categories listed in order of priority: Environmental Protection and Conservation Public policy, litigation, citizen involvement, public education, restoration, sustainable land use and environmental justice. Grants are awarded for both general operating expenses and special projects. The foundation will not consider any of the following types of projects: direct services, clinical and health services, medical research, grants to individuals, wildlife rehabilitation programs, land acquisition, funding of individual scholarships, or fellowships. Initial contact with the Foundation must be made through a brief letter, complete with the following information: Description of the organization and project Summary budget 501(c)(3) status The preapplication must not exceed two pages and we do not accept preapplication inquires over the phone. Preapplications will no longer be accepted online. Please send all inquiries via regular mail. If the project falls within the Foundation's priority interest areas a full proposal will be invited. See website:http://www.kongsgaard-goldman.org/program.html Kongsgaard-Goldman Foundation c/o Aana Agee 206-448-1874 1932 First Avenue, Suite 602 Seattle WA 98101 206-448-1874 206-448-1973 mailto:kgf@kongsgaard-goldman.org http://www.kongsgaard-goldman.org The Kongsgaard-Goldman Foundation is a small, private foundation formed in 1988. The Foundation provides support to a wide range of nonprofit organizations in the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, Montana and British Columbia, Canada). Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Laird Norton Endowment Foundation Title: Laird Norton Grants in the Area of Sustainable Forestry Description: Through the year 2004, Laird Norton Endowment Foundation will be funding in the area of sustainable forestry. By sustainable forestry, we mean the practice of forestry that restores, enhances, and then sustains a full range of forest values, ecological, social, and economics. Other common names for this practice are ecoforestry, low-impact forestry, new forestry, and forest stewardship. The practice is in contrast to the industrial forestry that was the model in the United States for much of the 20th Century. Our definition of sustainable forestry is one that generally includes the harvest of forest products. This definition reflects both economic necessity and our family heritage. Although we understand the significance of "forest preservation" efforts, they are not in our funding focus. Instead, we seek to foster an approach to forestry that includes the ecological, social, and economic concerns of forest dependent communities. (See website for further clarification.) A small booklet, "An Introduction to Sustainable Forestry and Forest Certification," is available from us free of charge. Please contact the Foundation for a copy booklet @ lairdnorton.org See website for details: http://www.lairdnorton.org/ Contact Laird Norton Endowment Foundation Information: c/o Patrick de Freitas 206-464-5224 801 Second Avenue, Suite 1300 Seattle WA 98104-15.16 Phone: 206-464-5224 Fax: 206-464-5277 info@lairdnorton.org . http://www.lairdnorton.org/ The mission of the Laird Norton Endowment Foundation is to fund distinctive programs in conservation and forestry education. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership Title: Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership Mini-Grants Description: The Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership awards around $50,000 in grants annually for projects in Oregon and Washington that help implement the Estuary Partership's Management Plan for the Lower Columbia River. Three types of projects are available for funding - action, planning, and demonstration projects. All projects should help implement an action or action component of the Estuary Partnership Management Plan. Action Projects: Projects that utilize existing technologies, techniques, etc. that are used to correct/solve Estuary Program priority issues successfully in the Lower Columbia River Basin. Demonstration Projects: Projects that utilize technologies or techniques which are new, or which have not been successfully completed in the Lower Columbia River Basin and can be applied elsewhere in the basin. Planning Projects: Projects that use a land use or environmental planning tool to address a priority issue in the lower Columbia River Basin. Eligible applicants include local governmental bodies, community and environmental organizations, schools and school districts, community colleges, and universities. How to Apply/Deadline: Submit one original and two copies of the completed application to the Estuary Partnership office by 4:00 PM on November 15, 2002. Faxed copies will not be accepted. The original application must have an original signature of a person authorized to sign on behalf of the organization. If you have any questions, please call Bruce Sutherland at 503 226-1565. See website for complete information: http://www.lcrep.org/mini_grants.htm Contact Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership Information: c/o Bruce Sutherland 811 SW Naito Parkway, Suite 120 Portland OR 97204 Phone: 503-226-1565 Fax: 503-226-1580 mailto: http://www.lcrep.org/ The goal of the Lower Columbia River Estuary Program is to facilitate the development of local management plans that will improve and protect the water quality and ecological integrity of these resources. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Metro Regional Parks & Greenspaces Conservation and Restoration Program Fundings Conservation and restoration grants of up to $40,000 are available for a wide array of projects and programs designed to address high priority fish and wildlife conservation issues. For more information or for assistance with your application, call Jennifer Thompson at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at (503) 231-6179 or send e-mail to Jennifer_Thompson@fws.gov. Pre-applications for the next round of conservation and restoration grant applications are due at 5 p.m. Jan. 23, 2003. (Final applications are due April 2,2003.) Who can apply: Any of the following agencies and organizations may apply for projects and programs that involve participants from, or work within, the Metro natural area inventory boundaries of Clackamas, Washington or Multnomah counties in Oregon, and/or the urbanizing portions of Clark County, Washington: cities, counties, soil and water conservation districts, and other public agencies and organizations, public and private high schools, colleges, universities and school districts, nonprofit organizations certified by the Internal Revenue Service as 501 (c)(3) charitable entities. Other things to know Grants are awarded on a reimbursement basis only. Grants require a local 1:1 match in cash, donations or in-kind services. Enhancement projects must be located on public lands or conservation easements that are in perpetuity. Funding through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service See website:http://www.metro-region.org/parks/parkgrants.html Metro Regional Parks & Greenspaces c/o Jennifer Thompson 503-231-6179 600 NE Grand Avenue Portland OR 97232-2736 Phone: 503-797-1850 Fax: 503-797-1849 http://www.metro-region.org/ Metro is working to ensure that you have: access to nature, clean air and water, balanced transportation choices, safe and stable neighborhoods, access to arts and culture, a strong regional economy, resources for future generations. Title: Description: Contact Information: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Metro Regional Parks & Greenspaces Title: Metro Greenspaces Environmental Education Grants Description: The Metropolitan Greenspaces Program, a partnership between U.S. Fish and Wildlife Sen/ice and Metro, provides funding for urban projects that emphasize environmental education, habitat enhancement and watershed health. Have an idea for a project that will help connect people to nature in your neighborhood? Maybe you would like to play matchmaker between a local greenspace and a classroom of children who would love to learn outdoors. Metro, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, offers two grant programs for urban projects that emphasize environmental education, habitat enhancement and watershed health. Environmental education grants Environmental education grants of up to $10,000 are available to build comprehensive environmental education programs around urban natural areas that encourage field and hands-on learning experiences for people of all ages. For more information about the program or for assistance with your application, call Deb Scrivens at Metro Regional Parks and Greenspaces at (503) 797-1852 or send e-mail to scrivensd@metro.dst.or.us. The next round of environmental education grant applications are due at 5 p.m. Sept. 25,2002. See website for details: http://www.metro-region.org/article.cfm?ArticlelD=471 Metro Regional Parks & Greenspaces c/o Deb Scrivens 503-797-1852 600 NE Grand Avenue Portland OR 97232-2736 Contact Information: Phone: 503-797-1850 Fax: 503-797-1849 http://www.metro-region.org/ Metro is working to ensure that you have: access to nature, clean air and water, balanced transportation choices, safe and stable neighborhoods, access to arts and culture, a strong regional economy, resources for future generations. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Leo Model Foundation Title: Environmental Grants Available Description: Focus: Culture, education, and public information, environment, health and human services, and social and economic justice. Grand Types:: General Support, Special Projects. Limitations: Individuals. Area: Local Funding, Philadelphia, New York City, National How to Apply: Letter. Average Grant: $5,000. Submit a full proposal to include copy of IRS tax-exempt status, description of organizations purpose and programs, board list, staff list, and financial statements. Contact Leo Model Foundation Information: c/o Allen Model 215-468-8085 310 South Juniper Street Philadelphia PA 19107-5818 Phone: Fax: 215-546-8085 215-546-0664 ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest The Mountaineers Foundation Title: Description: Contact Information: Phone: Fax: Grants Supporting Conservation and Research The Mountaineers Foundation is a public foundation established in 1968 to promote the study of the mountains, forests and streams of the Pacific Northwest, and to contribute to the preservation of its natural beauty and ecological integrity. The Foundation fulfills its mission by stewardship of important preserves and by making modest grants to regional organizations in support of conservation and research. To learn more about the Foundation and how to donate to it, link here to: http://www. spea kea sy. org/~mtn rsf nd/ The Mountaineers Foundation c/o Grants Screening Committee 206-284-6310 c/o Grants Screening Committee, P.M. Box 525 Seattle WA 98119 206-264-5697 http://www.speakeasy.org/~mtnrsfnd/ Study Mountains,Forests & Streams To Preserve Natural Beauty ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest National Fish & Wildlife Foundation - Pacific Northwest Region Title: Description: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Challenge Grants The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funds projects to conserve and restore fish, wildlife, and native plants through challenge grant programs. The Foundation awards challenge grants to projects that: 1. Address priority actions promoting fish and wildlife conservation and the habitats on which they depend; 2. Work proactively to involve other conservation and community interests; 3. Leverage Foundation provided funding; and 4. Evaluate project outcomes. Also funds federal agencies, state agencies, counties, and cities. What Doesn't the Foundation Fund? Political advocacy or litigation of any kind; Shortfalls in government agency budgets; General administrative overhead or indirect costs; Multi-year grants (applicant may reapply); Basic research (including graduate research). Project pre-proposals are accepted throughout the year and slated for review and action within two decision cycles annually. Project Pre-Proposal Received By: Decision: June 1 * October 15* Project Full Proposal Due: Board of Directors July 15* November 30 December 1' March 31 See website for details:http://www.nfwf.org/programs/guidelines.htm Contact Information: National Fish & Wildlife Foundation - Pacific Northwest Region c/o Krystyna Wolniakowski 503-417-8700 806 SW Broadway, Suite 750 Portland OR 97205 Phone: 503-417-8700 Fax: 503-417-8787 wolniakowski@nfwf.org http://www.nfwf.org/ The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is a nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to the conservation and management of native fish, wildlife, and plant resources, and the habitats on which they depend. Among its goals are species conservation, habitat protection, environmental education, natural resources management, habitat and ecosystem rehabilitation and restoration, and leadership training for conservation professionals. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest National Forest Foundation National Forest Foundation 2003 Matching Grants Program Guidelines for Proposals The National Forest Foundation (NFF) is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization dedicated to safeguarding our national forests and grasslands by building action-oriented partnerships with local communities that result in lasting conservation. Through our Matching Awards Program (MAP), non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and state and local governments can apply for funding twice a year. The program requires that every dollar invested be matched with private, non-federal funds, effectively doubling the total contribution to local conservation initiatives that address the issues directly affecting forest health. Who Can Apply:Applications will be accepted from non-federal partners, community-based organizations, Native American tribes, educational institutions, and other non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations. Program Focus Areas: Community-Based Forest Stewardship- working to build stewardship capacity that will result in sustainable forest management, as well as provide economic development opportunities to local constituencies; Watershed Health and Restoration- developing expansive restoration programs to improve water and stream bank health and curb erosion build-up; Wildlife Habitat Improvement- supporting strategically-focused programs that protect threatened species and the lands on which they depend for survival; Recreation- planning that addresses the rising demand for outdoor recreation in national forests within the context of wise and appropriate land use, particularly in terms of carrying capacity. See website for further details: http://www.natlforests.org/grants.html National Forest Foundation c/o Alexandra Kenny 202-298-6740 2715 M Street NW, Suite 410 Washington DC 200007 Phone: 206-298-6740 Fax: 206-298-6758 http://www.natlforests.org/ NFF was created in 1990 by the United States Congress, pursuant to Public Law No. 101-593 to serve as the official non-profit partner of the USDA Forest Service. Title: Description: Contact Information: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest National Gardening Association Title: National Gardening Association Grant Programs Description: National Gardening Association supports programs across the country that actively engage kids in the garden. To be eligible for the following grants, your school or organization must plan to garden with at least 15 kids between the ages of 3 and 18. Youth Garden Grant Schools and community organizations with child-centered outdoor garden programs receive seeds, tools, garden products, and educational resources generously donated by companies in the lawn and garden industry. Selection criteria include leadership; need; sustainability; community support; innovation; and educational, environmental and/or social programming. Applications available on this Web site and from our headquarters beginning in February of each year. The application deadline is November 1,2002. In order to download 2003 Youth Garden Grant application you will be required to submit your name and address. Go to website:http://www.kidsgardening.com/grants.asp Contact National Gardening Association Information: c/o 100 Dorset Street South Burlington VT 05403 802-863-5251 802-864-6889 mailto: http://www.kidsgardening.com/ Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Northwest Fund for the Environment Title: Washington Natural Resources Funding Description: Due to a significant reduction in our endowment the Northwest Fund for the Environment regretfully announces that we will be suspending our spring 2003 round of giving. We will be having a fall round, but the level of giving and process for this round have yet to be determined. Please check back next spring for more information. Guidelines: Provides grants up to $20,000 per year. These grants partially or fully fund selected environmental efforts. May support litigation and, rarely, special research. The focus at this time is: A. preserve threatened and endangered species and/or ecosystems; B. implement and enforce environmental laws and regulations; C. research relevant to Washington state supporting: 1. interdisciplinary projects such as bio-social studies, or 2. extending ongoing studies which expect quick results. D. strengthen non-profit environmental groups through: 1. increasing interaction within the environmental community; 2. recruiting new members and volunteers; 3. developing organizational infrastructure: training, fundraising etc. 4. public outreach, organizing communities, Current emphasis is placed on urgent needs for a systemic change, with a broad multiplier effect. Less emphasis is placed on direct service projects such as individual trail restoration or culvert removal projects. LIMITATIONS Does NOT support endowments, purely educational activities, capital projects, partisan political activities or matters outside the State of Washington. Northwest Fund for the Environment c/o Pam Fujita-Yuhas and Zoe Rothchild 206-386-7220 1904 Third Ave., Suite 615 Seattle WA 98101 Phone: 206-386-7220 Fax: 206-386-7223 mailto:staff@nwfund.org http://www.nwfund.org/ Grants by the Northwest Fund are from an endowment designated to be spent promoting change in the uses of natural resources which will increase their protection and preservation in the State of Washington. Special emphasis is placed on "the protection of wild fish, native wldlife, natural forests, wetlands and shorelines, and the preservation of pure and free-flowing waters." Contact Information: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest NSTA/Toyota TAPESTRY Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Teachers Introduction The 2003 Toyota TAPESTRY program will award 50 grants of up to $10,000 each and a minimum of 20 "mini-grants" of $2,500 each to K-12 science teachers. Interested teachers should propose innovative science projects that can be implemented in their school or school district over a one-year period. Toyota TAPESTRY projects demonstrate creativity, involve risk-taking, possess a visionary quality, and model a novel way of presenting science. If you have a great way to make science come alive, apply for a Toyota TAPESTRY grant. Eligibility Open to K-12 teachers of science residing in the United States or U.S. territories or possessions. All middle and high school science teachers and elementary teachers who teach some science in the classroom are eligible. "Science teacher" is defined as anyone who spends at least 50% of his/her classroom time teaching science or teaches a minimum of two science classes per day. Elementary teachers who teach science in a self-contained classroom setting or as teaching specialists are eligible. Program Summary Proposals must describe a project including its potential impact on students, and a budget up to $10,000 (up to $2,500 for mini-grants). Toyota TAPESTRY grants will be awarded in three categories: Environmental Science Education Physical Science Applications Literacy and Science Education To apply for funding, qualified teachers must write a Toyota TAPESTRY proposal and submit it for receipt at NSTA by January 16,2003. See website for more details: http://www.nsta.org/programs/tapestry/program.htm Contact NSTA/Toyota TAPESTRY Information: c/o 1840 Wilson Boulevard Arlington VA 22201-3000 Phone: Fax: mailto: http://www.nsta.org/programs/tapestry/index.htm Toyota TAPESTRY is a partnership between Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. and NSTA. Toyota funds and NSTA administers the program. Title: Description: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Oregon Sea Grant Title: Oregon Sea Grant Program Development Grants Description: [Note: Due to limited resources, we will not be accepting new program development requests until January 2003, nor makiing new awards until March 2003.] In addition to the periodic two-year funding cycle, Oregon Sea Grant supports a range of marine research, education, and outreach activities that enable us to respond to problems and other situations in a timely fashion. In particular, we offer modest grant funds for project opportunities or special needs that arise outside the regular program funding cycle. Proposals may be submitted at any time. These funds are generally not intended to supplement an existing project, but rather: to start up promising new lines of inquiry; to provide seed money for exploratory efforts in an Oregon Sea Grant priority topic; to develop multidisciplinary or regional efforts; to respond to urgent needs or unforeseen opportunities that require a timely response; to support special student initiatives related to an ongoing Sea Grant project to allow orderly or timely completion of project that also supports student degree effort Normally program development grants are modest in size (less than $10,000) and in time frame (less than one year), but in exceptional cases larger efforts can be considered. This outline is primarily intended for the Program Development proposal requesting $10,000 or less (including indirect). Such proposals are sometimes sent out for external peer review, but that is not required by the National Office of Sea Grant. On the other hand, proposals requesting more than $10,000 require peer reviewing (which adds about six weeks to the review period), and the award decision must be approved by the National Sea Grant Office. Such proposals must follow a format that is suitable for peer review. Please contact the Oregon Sea Grant office for more information if your proposed request will exceed $10,000. See website for details:http://seagrant.orst.edu/requests/programdevelopment.html Oregon Sea Grant c/o Sea Grant Administrator 541-737-2714 Oregon State U, 322 Kerr Administration Corvallis OR 97331 541-737-2714 541-737-2392 sghelp@seagrant.orst.edu http://seagrant.orst.edu/ Oregon Sea Grant works to further knowledge of the marine and coastal environments of the Pacific Northwest, and the forces-natural and human-- that shape their destiny. Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Title: OWEB Small Grant Program Description: On January 10, 2002, the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board adopted administrative rules establishing a small grant program, and committed $2.8 million in funding to the program through the end of the biennium in June 2003. The small grant program responds to a need for local decision making about restoration priorities, on a shorter timeframe than provided under OWEB's current program. The program enables up to 28 small grant teams around the state made up of local soil and water conservation district, watershed council and tribal representatives to award small restoration project grants up to $10,000 for eligible projects. Projects eligible for funding through a small grant are watershed restoration and enhancement projects on forest, agricultural, range, urban, and rural residential lands that use existing technical guidance. A small grant award is limited to $10,000 per project and requires at least a 25% non-OWEB match. While small grants are awarded locally through a small grant team, funds will be disbursed from OWEB directly to the grant recipient. Guidance materials have been developed to help the Small Grant Teams form and begin awarding small grants. Before a Team can award small grants, they must first develop operating procedures and a list of eligible project types. For more information on the small grant program, please contact the following Grant Program Specialists: Central and Eastern Oregon - Melissa Leoni at (503) 986-0179 West of the Cascades - Wendy Hudson at <503) 986-0061 See website:http://www.oweb.state.or.us/SmallGrant/smallgrant.shtml Contact Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board information: c/o See above 775 Summer Street, Suite 360 Salem OR 97301-1290 Phone: 503-986-0185 Fax: 503-986-0199 http://www.oweb.state.or.us/ The mission of the Oregon's Watershed Enhancement Board is to promote and implement programs to restore, maintain and enhance watersheds in the State of Oregon in order to protect the economic and social well-being of the state and its citizens. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Title: Description: Contact Information: Watershed Enhancement Project Grants Applying For A Watershed Restoration Grant The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board considers grant applications on a regular schedule (below). Deadlines are set annually by the Board. Grant applications are considered for the following activities: Watershed restoration and enhancement Watershed assessment and monitoring Watershed education and outreach Land and water acquisition Watershed council support (Application deadline: December 11,2002) Technical assistance (Application deadline: January 15, 2003) The application forms include instructions which to guide applicants through the completion of the application process. For more: see Frequently Asked Questions. Grant applications are reviewed regionally by an interdisciplinary team. The reviews are summarized by staff for action by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board. Those applications approved by the Board are posted for public review See website:http://www.oweb.state.or.us/SmallGrant/smallgrant.shtml Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board c/o Viviene Torgeson 503-986-0185 775 Summer Street, Suite 360 Salem OR 97301-1290 Phone: Fax: 503-986-0185 503-986-0199 http://www.oweb.state.or.us/ The mission of the Oregon's Watershed Enhancement Board is to promote and implement programs to restore, maintain and enhance watersheds in the State of Oregon in order to protect the economic and social well-being of the state and its citizens. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest PG&E National Energy Group Title: Environmental Education Grants Program Description: Administered by PG&E National Energy Group Eligibility K-12 schools Non-profit organizations engaged in education projects, earth science, conservation and the environment ฆ Teacher training programs with hands-on student activities that focus on earth science and environmental education projects ฆ Previous grant recipients may apply; however, grants will not be awarded for the same program two years in a row Funding Individual grants will be awarded from $5,000 to $10,000 Deadline Submit the application postmarked on or before September 30,2002 Applications may not be faxed or transmitted electronically Incomplete, faxed and or late applications will not be eligible and wifl be returned See website for details: http://www.neg.pge.com/grantFAQ. html Contact PG&E National Energy Group Information: c/o Amy McWethy Environmental Education Grant Program, 7600 Wisconsin Avenue Besthesda MD 20814 Phone: Fax: mailto:grants@neg.pge.com http://www.neg.pge.com/grantFAQ.html Dedication to environmental stewardship is one of our guiding principles. We encourage and participate in many cooperative environmental projects aimed at land conservation, pollution prevention, sustainable development and public education. It is in this spirit that the Environmental Education Grant Program was created. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Project Learning Tree GreenWorks! Grants GreenWorks! Grant Guidelines: Eligible grant recipients must: 1..Be PLT trained (have attended a PLT workshop) 2. Submit a project proposal (maximum of four pages, see "Project Proposals" below for more information) 3. Propose projects that are community/school based and have student/youth hands-on participation 4. Establish a local partnership to implement the project (for example, school/PTA, business, Boy and/or Girl Scout troop, civic organization, etc.) 5. Raise 50% project matching funds; funds may be in-kind services/time 6. Submit a final report Project Proposals: To be eligible for review, a project proposal must include thoughtful descriptions and explanations for all of the following items. Please limit applications to no more than four pages. Proposal Deadline and Award Notification: GreenWorks! grant proposals will be accepted from January 1, through September 30, 2003. Once proposals are received at the national PLT office, allow 2-3 weeks for written confirmation of receipt of your proposal. Award notifications are sent approximately 1 month after the written confirmation of receipt. Mail your proposals to: GreenWorks! Grants 2003 1111 19th Street, NW #780 Washington, DC 20036 (Note: E-mail and faxed proposals will not be accepted!) See website for details: http://www.plt.org/greenworks/grantinfo.cfm Contact Project Learning Tree Information: c/o 11111 19th Street, NW#780 Washington DC 20036 Phone: Fax: mailto: http://www.plt.org/ Project Learning Treeฎ (PLT) is an award winning, broad based environmental education program for educators and students in PreK - grade 12. PLT helps students learn HOW to think, not WHAT to think, about the environment. Title: Description: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Puget Sound Action Team Title: Public Involvement & Education (PIE) Funding Description: You have a plan to help protect water quality in your community. You need money to put your plan in action. What you need is a slice of PIE. The Public Involvement and Education Fund (PIE) program is one of the most powerful tools available for protecting and improving Puget Sound's water quality and marine resources. PIE dollars help communities, businesses, non-profits, and local and tribal governments to: create solutions to local pollution problems; protect, preserve and restore habitat; motivate people to be environmental stewards; and partner with others for lasting results. The PIE Fund is not a grant program. Rather, through personal services contracts, the Puget Sound Water Quality Action Team obtains the services of individuals and organizations to educate and involve residents of Puget Sound as they carry out the 2001-2003 Puget Sound Water Quality Work Plan. Services provided under contract are compensated on a reimbursement basis. The Action Team staff provides guidance on fulfilling a state contract, as well as technical information and advice related to the project. If the legislature approves funding for the 2003 - 2005 biennium, the request for proposals (RFP) for Round 14 of PIE will be distributed during the summer of 2003. If you would like to receive notification of Round 14, e-mail or phone your contact information to gwilliams@psat.wa.gov, 360-407-7311. To help you decide if PIE is the right program to fund your project, read through the current and past PIE project description See website; http://www.wa.gov/puget_sound/Programs/Pie_fund.htm Puget Sound Action Team c/o Mary Knackstedt 360-407-7304 PO Box 40900 Olympia WA 98504-0900 Phone: 360-407-7300 Fax: 360-407-7333 http://www.wa.gov/puget_sound The Puget Sound Action Team - a sub-agency of the Governor's Office ~ works with tribal and local governments, community groups, citizens and businesses, and state and federal agencies to develop and carry out two-year work plans that guide protection of water quality and biological resources in the Sound. Contact Information: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest The Russell Family Foundation Title: Education and Environmental Sustainability Grants Description: Education Education proposals are accepted by invitation only at this time. TRFF is currently defining its general education program and is not considering unsolicited proposals. Environmental education requests are eligible now if they fit the interests described in our Environmental Sustainability guidelines. Environment Sustainability The 2003 deadlines for Environmental Sustainability Letters of Inquiry are (postmarked by) January 10, May 1, and August 1. The Russell Family Foundation's goal for Environmental Sustainability is to protect, restore, and enhance the waters of Puget Sound. All projects should be directly related to Puget Sound water quality, quantity, and life. We believe that an effective stewardship ethic balances environmental health, economic sustainability, and social justice. We are particularly interested in projects that encompass these three elements. With our focus on the waters of Puget Sound, we make grants in two areas: Environmental Education and Sustainable Business. See website for more detail: http://www.russellfamilyfdn.org/grants/index.htm Contact The Russell Family Foundation Information: c/o P.O. Box 2567 Gig Harbor WA 98335 253-858-5050 253-851-0460 mailto: http://www.russellfamilyfdn.org/ To protect, restore, and enhance the waters of the Greater Puget Sound Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest L.J. and Mary C. Skaggs Foundation Title: Description: Contact Information: Environmental Education Grant Resource SKAGGS FOUNDATION: The L.J. and Mary C. Skaggs Foundation funds environmental education projects, especially those dealing with the ecology, species survival, and resource management. Grants range from $5,000 to $60,000. L.J. and Mary C. Skaggs Foundation c/o Lisa Romano (510) 451-3300 1221 Broadway, 21st Floor Oakland CA 94612-1837. Phone: Fax: 510-451-3300 510-451-1527 mailto: The Foundation supports programs to protect threatened areas and species, education programs (particularly directed towards youth), and support of collaborative organizations active in the field of ecological concerns. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Snohomish County PUD Title: Energy and Water Mini-Grants to Snohomish County K-12 Teachers Description: Snohomish County PUD offers an educational Mini-grant Program to fund innovative energy and water hands-on/brains-on lessons. PUD Mini-grants are funded in any amount, up to $500. This year's deadline has passed, but click on Previous Winners to the left to see what projects have been done in the past. All Snohomish County and Camano Island elementary and secondary educators (public, private and homeschool) whose school or students receive electricity and/or water from the PUD are invited to apply. Grant applications may be submitted as an individual or as a team. Past applicants and past recipients may apply again. Grant applications need to incorporate energy and/or water education, be interdisciplinary, be activity-based, and align with Washington State Essential Learnings. Deadline: November 1, 2002 See website:http://www.snopud.com/?page=351 Contact Snohomish County PUD Information: c/o Sonia Siegel-Vexler 425-783-8292 2320 California Street Everett WA 98201 Phone: 425-783-8292 Fax: 425-267-6399 http://www.snopud.com Snohomish County Public Utility District (PUD) is a municipal corporation of the state of Washington, formed by a majority vote of the people for the purpose of providing electric and/or water utility service. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest SOLV Title: Make It Right - Mini-Grants Available Description: Students at these grade levels are invited to initiate, design, and implement projects in their school or surrounding community that will: Clean or enhance their environment Respond to community problems Involve others - students and adults - in order to make a difference! The Make It Right Planning Guide is a comprehensive reference manual, filled with step-by-step worksheets, tips and sample materials to help students organize the project. Students also learn how to: Identify community needs Set goals Recruit volunteers Plan a media campaign and write a news release Develop a project budget, and seek funding Reflection and evaluation tools are included, as well as a matrix demonstrating the program's alignment with the CIM and CAM career-related learning standards and benchmarks - all of the essential service-learning components. Through Make It Right, SOLV will fund student projects with mini-grants of up to $250 per project. A simple grant application form is included in the Planning Guide. Free supplies, including large and small litter bags, buttons, and bookmarks, are also available to students. See website for details:http://www.solv.org/volEduHighSchool.shtml SOLV c/o Susan Abravanel 503-844-9571 P.O. Box 1235 Hillsboro OR 97123 503-844-9571 503-844-9575 webmaster@solv.org http://www.solv.org SOLV is a non-profit organization that brings together government agencies, businesses and individual volunteers in programs and projects to enhance the livability of Oregon. Contact Information: Phone: Fax: ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest University of Washington - Geophysics Program Title: K-12 Mini-Grants for Teachers Description: The Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium offers small grants to K-12 teachers to enrich the study of science and mathematics in the classroom. The grantsup to $400each must be matched by nonfederal funds. Public, private, and certified home-school teachers are welcome to apply. In 2002, the Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium awarded mini-grants to 31 teachers around the state. Applications are limited to one per teacher. There is no limit to the number of mini-grants a school may submit. Due to the number of teachers who apply, the grant process is competitive. Preference is given to schools with a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students and/or under-represented minorities. See website:http://www.waspacegrant.org/minigmt.html Contact information: http://www.waspacegrant.org/contact.html University of Washington - Geophysics Program c/o Teacher's Resource Center 206-431-1943 PO Box 351650 Seattle WA 98195-1650 Contact Information: Phone: 206-543-1943 Fax: 206-543-0179 nasaOu.washington.edu http://www.waspacegrant.org/index.html Located in the Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium office on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, the resource center is open year-round for use by teachers, parents and the general public. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Wal-Mart Foundation Title: Environmental Grants Description: Wal-Mart encourages community action with environmental grants. Wal-Mart and SAM'S CLUB provides grants to 501 (c)3 nonprofit organizations and schools to support environmental efforts and education in communities where their stores are located. Last year they contributed more than $1.5 million to local communities through environmental grants. Wal-Mart has been awarding environmental grants since 1990 and is proud to enter into a second decade of supporting local environmental philosophy and intiatives. Contact your local Wal-Mart store, SAM'S Club, or Wal-Mart Distribution Center to receive an application. Wal-Mart Foundation c/o Local Wal-Mart store SAM'S Club or Wal-Mart Distribution Center 1-800-530-9925 702 SW 8th Street Mail Stop 0150 Bentonville AR 72716 Contact Information: Phone: Fax: 501-271-3790 mailto:fndatn@wai-mart.com http://www.walmartfoundation.org/ It is the goal of Wal-Mart to support clean air and clean water projects in communities where Wal-Mart stores are located. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Washington Foundation for the Environment Title: Description: Contact Information: Student Environmental Stewardship Award Program WFFE hopes to encourage student participation in local environmental stewardship projects and enhance student understanding of community service and philanthropy. It is our objective to award up to four $500 grants annually to support student initiated or supported environmental projects meeting local community needs. In years subsequent to this pilot program year, we intend to involve award recipients in selecting the following year recipients. The PROPOSAL DEADLINE is February 15. Please submit all proposals to PO Box 2123, Seattle, WA 98111 or grants@wffe.org. A WFFE committee will review all proposals. Please note that we intend to make the awards in person and would like, with your concurrence, to have the award presentation covered by the press. See website:http://www. wffe.org/StudentGrant. html Washington Foundation for the Environment c/o P.O. Box 2123 Seattle 98111 WA Phone: Fax: info@wffe.org http://grants@ wffe.org/ Supporting environmental education and innovative projects focused on environmental awareness. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Washington Foundation for the Environment Title: Washington Foundation for the Environment Grants Description: Grant Application Guidelines Our grants have ranged in size from $200 to $2000. We make grant decisions throughout the year at Board meetings that occur every six to eight weeks. Funding Goals WFFEfs primary focus is on environmental education. We are interested in funding the following sorts of projects and organizations: Educational efforts such as workshops, institutes, conferences, and exhibits, which hold the promise of increasing public awareness of, or stimulating productive public debate with respect to, significant environmental issues. Also considered are grants for individual and group scholarships to attend worthwhile conferences and educational programs: Environmental projects which have one or more of the following features: (a) the project has come together in a way that is instructive, perhaps representing a significant success of grassroots efforts, or the assembly of an unlikely but necessary coalition; (b) the'project could have a significant positive effect on public awareness of environmental issues or on the encouragement of other preservation or reclamation efforts; (c) the project will involve imaginative technical approaches that would make its success instructive; (d) the proposed uses of the project site and access to it will result in education about environmental matters. For more details see website:http://www.wffe.org/guidelines.html Contact Washington Foundation for the Environment Information: c/o P.O. Box 2123 Seattle WA 98111 Phone: Fax: infoฎ wffe.org http ://grants @ wffe.org/ Supporting environmental education and innovative projects focused on environmental awareness. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Washington Native Plant Society Washington Native Plant Society Education Grants The Education Committee encourages educators throughout our state to develop projects about native plants and plant habitats for their classes. Teachers who have been granted awards can serve as mentors for other teachers hoping to do similar projects in their school districts. Grants, funded by WNPS member dues, are available for education projects that further the goals of the Society. The deadlines for submitting grants are May 15 and Nov 15 annually. Please contact committee chair Fayla Schwartz if you have any questions. Projects may be in the form of a permanent public display including plantings or labeling of native plants, guidelines for organizing an interactive educational event, a website or website-based educational program, or a teacher resource package that is suitable for reproduction and distribution. Most awards are granted in amounts up to $500. See website:http://www.wnps.org/education.html Washington Native Plant Society c/o Fayla Schwartz 206-527-3210 7400 Sand Point Way NE Seattle WA 98115 Title: Description: Contact Information: Phone: 206-527-3210 Fax: mailto:wnps@wnps.org http://www.wnps.org The mission of the Washington Native Plant Society is to promote the appreciation and conservation of Washington's native plants and their habitats through study, education, and advocacy. ------- US Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10 Clearinghouse for Environmental Education and Information Environmental Education Funding Sources for the Pacific Northwest Wildlife Habitat Council Five Star Restoration Program Grants Challenge Grant Guidelines: The stars in "Five-Star" are the partners, funders, and/or participants necessary to complete the project including: schools or youth organizations (e.g., state or local youth conservation corps, county job training programs); local or tribal governments (e.g., boards of county commissioners, departments of planning, environment or parks and recreation); local businesses or corporations; conservation organizations or local citizens groups; state and federal resource management agencies; and foundations or other funders. Organizations or projects that have received funding under this program are eligible to reapply; however, preference will be given to those that have not previously received support. How to Apply The Five-Star Restoration Challenge Grant program is open to any public or private entity. Applicants should complete an application form, downloadable in WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, or Rich Text Format, including project narrative and budget request. Applications must be postmarked by March 3,2003. Projects will be evaluated to the extent by which the above guidelines are met. Applicants will be notified of their awards in May. See website:http:/Vwww. wildlifehc.org/managementtools/fivestar.cfm See EPA's website:http://www.epa.gov/owow/wetlands/restore/5star/ Contact Wildlife Habitat Council Information: c/o 1010 Wayne Ave., Suite 920 Silver Spring MD 20910 Phone: 301-588-8994 Fax: 301-588-4629 Wjc@wildlifehc.org http://www.wildfifehc.org The Wildlife Habitat Council is a nonprofit, nonlobbying 501(c)(3) group of conservation organizations, and individuals dedicated to protecting and enchancing wildlife habitat. Title: Description: ------- |