Conservation groups seeking funding for projects that protect and improve Minnesota’s prairies, forests, lakes and wetlands can apply online for a Conservation Partners Legacy (CPL) grant beginning Friday, Aug. 12.
Funded through the Outdoor Heritage Fund, the $5.45 million available for CPL grants in the coming year is one of the initiatives funded by a three-eighths of 1 percent sales tax that voters approved when they passed the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment in 2008.
“CPL grants help get money to groups that are ready to proceed with on-the-ground habitat initiatives,” said Ed Boggess, director of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Fish and Wildlife Division. “These projects are based on sound conservation practices with long-term benefits for the state, our lands and waters, and our fish and wildlife.”
Projects that restore, enhance or protect Minnesota’s prairies, forests, wetlands and habitat for fish game and wildlife on public or permanently protected lands are eligible for funds. Local, state and federal nonprofit organizations and governmental entities may apply.
Applicants seeking a $5,000-$25,000 grant must provide 10 percent in matching funds and complete a simplified online application. Grant requests from $25,001-$400,000 require 10-15 percent in matching funds and must be completed using the standard online application.
Grant applications will be accepted online through Thursday, Sept. 15. Information about this year’s grant requirements will be available online Aug. 12 on the DNR website. Grant awards will be announced in November.
During the first two years of the CPL grant program, DNR has awarded more than 80 grants totaling $7.87 million.
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