The Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program (RTCA) helps communities to protect special places for public enjoyment by assisting local partners working together in a process that encourages developing a common vision, creative planning, and collaborative action from all the participants. Updates have recently been posted on the RTCA website that provide information about two local projects: the Greens Bayou Corridor and…
H-GAC’s Community Trees and Downtown Public Spaces grant programs offer communities the chance to beautify their downtowns and gateways. The Community Trees Grant Program provides funding to purchase trees for community-based plantings in parks, public gathering places, and community gateways. Eligible applicants include cities, counties, and non-profit organizations. All plantings must be located on public land and be accessible to…
Texas Coastal Birding Classic grant opportunity. Deadline: February 1, 2010. Does your organization have a coastal habitat conservation, restoration or enhancement project in the 41-county area of the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail that needs funding? The Great Texas Birding Classic awards conservation grants in the amount of $20,000, $10,000, $5,000 or $3,000. Find out more by visiting http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/wild/birding/gtbc/prizes/.