Napa Co. Wildlife Conservation Commission Grant Deadline
The Napa County Wildlife Conservation Commission (WCC) announces the availability of grant funding and is now accepting applications for the 2011 WCC Grant Cycle. The 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 total amount of grant funds available for projects varies each year depending upon funding availability and demonstrated project needs. Project grant amounts disbursed by the Commission in previous grant cycles have typically ranged from $500 to $15,000. Past project proposals have included wildlife rehabilitation, native habitat enhancement, environmental education programs and species monitoring studies.
The Commission will meet on Monday, June 13th, 2011 to review the applications and make recommendations to the Napa County Board of Supervisors on the expenditure of funds.
Grant Applications and Selection Criteria materials are available at the Conservation, Development and Planning Department, 1195 Third Street, Suite 210, Napa, California 94559 and at www.countyofnapa.org/wildlife.
Grant applications must be received by Friday, May 27th, 2011 at 4:45 p.m.