Cal/EPA is now accepting applications for a second round of funding under the Environmental Justice Small Grants Program. At least $250,000 will be available. Each project qualifies for a maximum of $20,000.
Projects that address the following goals will be considered:
- Provide technical assistance to communities regarding goods movement activities.
n Educate communities about fish contamination and water quality.
- Enhance meaningful public participation in the environmental decision-making process.
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Collaborate with academia and/or other government agencies to document data related to exposure and health complaints.
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Educate communities regarding climate change.
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Continue and/or expand previous successful projects.
Applications must be submitted and received by May 16. Cal/EPA plans to announce the grant awards in July 2007.
For more information and to obtain an application package, please visit the Cal/EPA Environmental Justice website at: www.calepa.ca.gov/EnvJustice
Applications can also be requested by writing to:
Office of the Secretary
Cal/EPA EJ Small Grants Program
1001 “I” Street, 25th Floor
Sacramento, CAÂ 95814
