Prince George’s County Community Gardens Mini Grant

This funding opportunity supports the creation and expansion of community gardens in Prince George’s County to improve food security, promote sustainable practices, and engage local residents.

$9,500

Active

Rolling Deadline

Grant Description

The Prince George’s County Community Gardens Mini Grant Program, offered by the Chesapeake Bay Trust in partnership with Prince George’s County, supports the development of new community gardens and the expansion of existing ones. These gardens aim to address food security, promote regenerative agricultural practices, and support the Prince George’s County Climate Action Plan. The program funds projects that transform underutilized spaces into productive community gardens, fostering community engagement, improving food access, and enhancing environmental sustainability. Applicants can request up to $9,500, and matching funds are encouraged but not required.

Funding Details

Award Range

Not specified - $9,500

Total Program Funding

$150,000

Number of Awards

Not specified

Matching Requirement

Additional Details

Projects must be submitted at least 8 weeks prior to the project start date.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits

City or township governments

County governments

Independent school districts

Private institutions of higher education

Additional Requirements

Nonprofit organizations, Prince George’s County municipalities, watershed organizations, community associations including Homeowner Associations, faith-based organizations, schools and institutions, and Green Teams. Projects must be implemented in Prince George’s County.

Geographic Eligibility

Prince George's County, excluding the City of Bowie

Key Dates

Application Opens

Not specified

Application Closes

Not specified

Contact Information

Grantor

Whitney Vong

wvong@cbtrust.org

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