New Grant Opportunity: Environmental Offset Grant Program - Apply by January 17, 2025
The City of Baltimore is currently accepting proposals from non-profit organizations wishing to access Critical Area Management Program (CAMP) and Forest Conservation Offset monies. This grant, led by the Baltimore City Office of Sustainability, is intended to encourage past and prospective grantees to develop exciting ideas for projects that will restore and expand our tree canopy and urban forests, improve the quality of our waterways, and improve quality of life and habitat in Baltimore.
Organizations (or their fiscal agents) serving Baltimore City residents that are in Good Standing with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) and do not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, national origin, political persuasion, age, physical handicap, gender or sexual orientation, can apply.
All proposals must meet one or more of the following Forest Conservation Program goals and/or Critical Area Act’s state-wide goals:
To provide afforestation, reforestation, and/or support achievement of urban canopy goals;
To improve water quality by reducing stormwater pollution; and
To conserve, enhance and protect wildlife habitat.