Connoquenessing Creek Watershed Conservation Plan - Western ...

Connoquenessing Creek Watershed Conservation PlanAPPENDIX L. FUNDING SOURCESSponsoring Organization Description / Restrictions ContactBMPState Conservation Commission-Dirt andGravel Roads MaintenanceAvailable to local municipalities and state agencies for projects dealing withthe BMPs for erosion and sedimentation control problems and fugitive dust inwatersheds; dirt and gravel road jurisdiction required.www.pacd.orgCommunityPittsburgh FoundationEconomic, community development and the environment. Activities thatincrease employment, build strong neighborhoods, and promote civicengagement by all segments of the population. Funds for quality of life.www.pittsburghfoundation.orgEnergyDEP - Alternative FuelsThe Alternative Fuels Incentive Grants program continues to fund aconsiderable number of projects that use alternative fueled energy sources toreduce air pollution and our dependence on foreign oil. Alternative fuelsinclude compressed natural gas.www.dep.state.pa.usEnvironmentalBeldon II FundBen & Jerry's FoundationEddie BauerSupport environmental organizations working at the state-level. Some grantsare made to regional and national organizations for efforts that support thework of state level groups.Grant applications need to demonstrate that the project will lead toenvironmental change, address the root causes of environmental problems, andmust help ameliorate an unjust or destructive situation by empoweringconstituents and facilitating leadership.Fund projects in certain local areas that support environmental goals such asclean rivers and streams or beautifying parks and school grounds. Must be501(c) 3 and proposal should be kept between 2-3 pages.www.beldon.orgwww.benjerry.comwww.eddiebauer.comAppendix L. Funding Sources Page 1 of 15