The Vermont Community Foundation and the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts are jointly managing grantmaking for the Deerfield River Enhancement Fund. The Deerfield River Enhancement Fund was established for the environmental preservation of the Deerfield River Watershed.
Donor Name: The Vermont Community Foundation
State: Vermont and Massachusetts
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 01/12/2023
Size of the Grant: $2,000 and $5,000
Details:
The Deerfield River Enhancement Fund is for the purpose of supporting watershed conservation, development of low impact recreational and educational facilities, and planning, design, maintenance, and monitoring of such facilities in the Deerfield River Watershed.
Projects must provide clear public benefits and contribute to the goals of enhancing low impact recreational, environmental education, or environmental protection opportunities directly related to the Deerfield River Watershed. Funds may be used for outdoor educational programs, including curriculum development and travel for students, interpretive materials, and signs. The review committee encourages applicants to consider projects that support marginalized populations and promote environmental justice.
Funding Information
The Fund will award grants ranging between $2,000 and $5,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible grant recipients include nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and units of local and regional government within Vermont and Massachusetts.
- Projects must be located within the Deerfield River Basin or in towns with some portion falling within the basin. In the latter case, projects must be directly tied to the basin, e.g. a trail spur originating outside the basin that connects with a trail network within the basin.
For more information, visit Vermont Community Foundation.