The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy accepts proposals for its Watershed Mini Grant Program, which provides assistance to the region’s grassroots watershed groups and organizations.
Donor Name: Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
State: Pennsylvania
County: Selected Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/18/2023
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
Throughout the country, watershed groups are playing an increasingly prominent role in environmental management. With their local focus and community base, watershed groups are building consensus and expanding participation within communities across Pennsylvania. It is not uncommon for organizations to operate on an annual unrestricted budget of less than $5,000, while at the same time implementing projects that directly benefit communities and the environment, which can cost up to $100,000.
Grants of up to $3,500 administered by the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy will be awarded to eligible organizations actively working to sustain and expand their efforts. The amount granted is dependent upon the proposal’s category and demonstrated need. Grant proposals should address one or more of the following three categories:
- Water Quality Monitoring ($3,500 limit)
- Restoration Projects ($3,500 limit)
- Organizational Promotion and Outreach ($2,500 limit).
Funding Information
- Watershed Mini Grants for water quality monitoring and project implementation costs may be awarded in amounts up to $3,500. Grants may not fund the purchase of computers. Grants cannot fund political activities or legal disputes.
- Outreach and promotion proposals may be funded up to $2,500.
- The grant application should include a list of specific budgetary items for which funding is requested. Recipients are expected to use grant funds as outlined in their proposals and award letters. Projects should be completed within 12 months of signing the contract.
Eligibility Criteria
- Watershed organizations and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status in Pennsylvania are eligible.
- Organizations without 501(c)(3) nonprofit status must identify a qualified nonprofit association to administer the grant’s finances, if awarded.
- Eligible watershed associations must be located in: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Bradford, Butler, Cambria, Cameron, Centre, Clarion, Clearfield, Clinton, Crawford, Elk, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Indiana, Jefferson, Juniata, Lawrence, McKean, Mifflin, Potter, Tioga, Washington and Westmoreland counties.
For more information, visit WPC.
