The New Hampshire State Conservation Committee (SCC) has announced that the 2016 Conservation “Moose Plate” Grant applications are available. Applications are due by Sept. 25. Eligible applicants include municipalities, County Conservation Districts, qualified nonprofit organizations engaged in conservation programs, public and private schools (K-12), County Cooperative Extension natural resource programs and scout groups.
Approximately $230,000 is available for the 2016 grants. Awards will be announced in December and funding will be available to successful applications beginning April 2016.
Further information about the SCC Conservation Grant program is available at SCC.nh.gov. The 2016 Conservation Grant Application instructions and form may be downloaded through the website.
The SCC Conservation Grant Program is funded through the purchase of Conservation License Plates, known as “Moose Plates.” All funds raised through the purchase of Moose Conservation and Heritage Plates are used for the promotion, protection and investment in New Hampshire’s natural, cultural and historic resources. To buy a Moose Plate, visit your municipal office and request one when registering your vehicle. Gift certificates may be purchased at mooseplate.com.
For further information, contact Dea Brickner-Wood, Administrator, SCC Conservation Grants at 868-6112, bluesky24@comcast.net or visit SCC.nh.gov.
