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Appalachian Trail Conservancy offers $5K grants
December 21st, 2011The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is seeking grant proposals for up to $5,000 in funding for a broad range of AT-related projects.
| The ATC says in a news release that proceeds from North Carolina Appalachian Trail specialty license plate sales have brought in about $135,000 this year, of which $35,000 is to be dispersed through grants in 2012. |  |
Ten individuals and partner organizations won grants this year.
Proposals will be considered for "physical projects" on the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and its facilities; major public-service projects; enhancement of trail clubs’ long-term AT management abilities; natural heritage and environmental monitoring; education and outreach; and the ATC community partnerships. Grant funds must be spent in North Carolina.
Proposals are due by February 17.
The AT-specialty license plates cost $30 ($60 if personalized), and $20 from each sale reverts to the ATC.
Scroll down on the license plate page for grant application information.
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