As part of California Proposition 84, $93 Million Dollars in grant money is available to California public non-profit organizations that inspire and educate the public.
Grant Website:
http://www.parks.ca.gov/?Page_id=26026
Application PDF:
http://www.parks.ca.gov/pages/1008/files/nef_application_guide_2010.pdf
Nature Education Facilities Program
NEF TIMELINE
| March 01, 2010 | Publish Final Guide |
| Announce Application Due Date | |
| March / April, 2010 | Technical Assistance Workshops |
| July 01, 2010 | Application Due Date |
Application Due Date 07/01/10
Eligible institutions include those that:
Combine the study of natural science with preservation, demonstration and education programs that serve diverse populations
Institutions that provide collections and programs related to the relationship of Native American cultures to the environment, and
Institutions for marine wildlife conservation research.
Eligible applicants:
Public institutions including cities, counties, districts (as defined), California State Agencies and Non-profit organizations qualified to do business in California, and qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Eligible projects:
Eligible projects include nature education facilities, buildings, structures and exhibit galleries that present collections to inspire and educate the public and marine wildlife conservation research equipment and facilities.
Program Lead:
Sandy Berry
Nature Education Facilities Program
Office of Grants and Local Services
(916) 651-7741
sberr@parks.ca.gov