DEADLINE - Napa Co. Wildlife Conservation Commission Funding Applications

Mon, Jul 27th 2009, 4:45pm - 4:45pm
The Napa County Conservation, Development and Planning Department announces that the Wildlife Conservation Commission is now receiving grant applications. These grants are intended to support the preservation, propagation, and protection of fish and wildlife in Napa County.

The funding for these grants is provided by California Department of Fish and Game fines and settlements, as well as local fines and settlements that are designated for this purpose.

The Wildlife Conservation Commission will meet on August 10th, 2009 to review the applications and make recommendations to the Napa County Board of Supervisors on the expenditure of funds.

The total amount of grant funds available for project proposals is typically $12,000 to $15,000, but may be up to $50,000 depending upon funding availability and demonstrated project needs in any
given year. The average grant amount disbursed by the Commission in previous grant cycles has ranged from $500 to $15,000. Past project proposals have included wildlife rehabilitation, native habitat enhancement, environmental education programs and species monitoring studies.

Grant Applications and Selection Criteria materials are available at the Conservation, Development and Planning Department, 1195 Third Street, Suite 210, Napa, California 94559. Grant applications must be received by Monday, July 27th, 2009 at 4:45 p.m.

For additional information contact Daniel Zador or Kelli Felker at (707) 253‐4417