Contact: Kimberly Cole, Delaware Coastal Programs, phone: (302) 739-9283
or Melanie Rapp, Public Affairs, phone: (302) 739-9902

Grant Funds Available For Coastal Resources Management Projects

The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control’s Delaware Coastal Programs is currently seeking grant proposals for projects and activities that conserve, manage and engage communities for improved natural resources management. The deadline for submission of proposals is November 23, 2005.

The Request for Proposals announces the availability of up to $100,000 in funds for projects and activities for the following two programs:

Natural Resource Management Grant Program: This grant program seeks proposals to enhance habitat and natural resource planning, management and protection in Delaware. It provides an opportunity to plan for the preservation and enhancement of natural and community resources, as well as the development and implementation of education/outreach or training targeting community engagement. Grants are available to county and municipal governments, conservation agencies, civic or environmental non-profit organizations, as well as local colleges or universities. Past awards ranged from $2,000 - $25,000.

Community Open Space Technical Assistance Program: This grant program seeks to work with communities interested in improving their ability to restore, manage, and maintain large tracts of community open space as natural habitat. It is available to communities, civic associations and maintenance corporations that manage land within their neighborhoods. The award will provide start-up costs, technical planning and community outreach assistance. Past awards ranged from $1,500 - $4,500 for natural habitat enhancements.

The Request for Proposals, the guidelines, and forms are available on-line at:
http://www.dnrec.state.de.us/dnrec2000/
Divisions/Soil/dcmp/RFP2005.htm  Recipients will be notified by December 31, 2005 regarding their award.

The Delaware Coastal Programs, part of DNREC’s Division of Soil and Water Conservation, administers the Delaware Coastal Management Program and the Natural Estuarine Research Reserve. The two programs have been integrated, offering a comprehensive approach to coastal management, research, and education.

All questions should be directed to Kimberly Cole, Marcia Fox, or David Carter, Delaware Coastal Programs, (302) 739-9283.

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