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Enviroamental Partnerships Grant Program ,�p�� q 9 Information Sheet - 2001 Application Cycle � ��niar� Program Purpose: To encourage environmental service projects and related education activities through public and private partnerships. Eligible Projects: Eligible projects include but are not limited to: community ei�vironrnental service projects to clean up natural areas such as streams, lakes and wetlands; prepare and produce environmental educarion products such as handbooks, � manuals, videos and newsletters; and develop educational sites and e�ibits that demonstrate environmental conservation principles. Creative project ideas that meet the � program purpose above are encouraged. Grant fands cannot be used to fund curricula, '� existing staff and program activities or capital development such as buildings and trails. i Who May Apply: Private organizations, counties, cities, townships, school districts, and I native American bands. Priorities: Cooperative efforts among local govemments, school distzicts, and private organizations and creative projects that meet the program purpose. Projects are selected ', based on regional priorities. �, Level of Assistance: A ma�cimum of 50% of the total eligible project costs not to exceed l i a maximum grant of $20,000. The minimum grant amount is $1,000. Costs must be incurred and paid before reimbursement can be made. GeneraI Information: Applications are due by Mazch 31, 2001. Grant awards will be announced in tYie summer. Projects must ordinarily be completed within 18 months. How to Apply: To receive an application or for more information, contact the grant coordinator for the region whexe the project will be located (listed on the back of this sheet). More information about this and other DNR grant programs is also available at wwtiv.dnr.state.mn.us. Click on the Financial Assistance link near the bottom of the page. 11/]/00