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Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account (ALEA) Volunteer Cooperative Projects Grant Program

Deadline: March 31, 2006

Link: http://wdfw.wa.gov/volunter/vol-7.htm

Grants available for volunteer projects that benefit fish and wildlife. OLYMPIA — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will begin accepting applications Jan. 2 from individuals and groups seeking financial support for volunteer projects that benefit fish and wildlife. The department expects to award about $120,000 in grants from the Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account (ALEA) for projects undertaken between July 1, 2006, and June 30, 2007. ALEA grants may fund up to five major categories of projects conducted by volunteers. These include artificial production, education and outreach, facility improvements, research and habitat restoration projects. “Volunteers play a key role in protecting fish, wildlife and natural resources in their communities,” said Christy Vassar, WDFW public support manager. “They also work to improve access to outdoor recreation and help educate the public about resource conservation.” Applications will be accepted until March 31. They are available on the WDFW website by calling the department at (360) 902-2700.

The Volunteer Cooperative Projects Grant Program is a competitive grant process intended to provide monetary support for qualifying volunteer organizations and individuals who want to undertake activities which are beneficial to fish and wildlife across the state of Washington and must be available to the public as authorized by Chapter 77.100 RCW. Applications for projects are accepted each year of the biennium during the annual application period of January 2 through March 31. Applications accepted by March 31, 2006, may be for project funding for one year (July 1, 2006 - June 30, 2007). No funds may be used for direct wages and benefits. Grant Funds are available on a reimbursement basis only. Participants must register as volunteers and will be expected to submit volunteer registration forms and timesheets. Volunteers who work with minors (persons under the age of 18 years) may be required to complete a Criminal Background Investigation Authorization Form. Equipment obtained will be inventoried and returned to the department at the conclusion of the project.