Deadline- April 2, 2013
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is inviting applicants for Ohio Environmental Education Fund (OEEF) grant program. This program is organized to enhance Ohio citizens’ awareness and understanding of environmental issues.
The OEEF derives its monies from one-half of the civil penalties collected from violations of Ohio’s air and water pollution control regulations.The OEEF funds education projects that target three audiences:
- the general public
- the regulated community
- pre-school through university students and teachers. General grants are available for $5,000 to $50,000, and mini grants for projects costing between $500 and $5,000
Objective-
- increasing awareness and understanding of natural and human-made environments
- fostering attitudes that value the environment
- developing skills for identifying and addressing issues
- cultivating a commitment for personal action
Eligibility & Criteria-
Any organization based in Ohio (e.g., public or private, tax-exempt or proprietary associations, formal or non-formal educational) or governmental agency. Individuals are not eligible to apply.
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