Forever Wild Mini Grant Program
Funding Amount
Up to $2,500
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Forever Wild Mini Grant Program
Program Status: Open, ongoing
Funding Available: Approximately $10,000-$15,000 annually
Geographic Scope: Pennsylvania (eligible chapters only)
- Assist with efforts to protect, conserve, restore, and sustain wild trout populations
- Carry out education and outreach programs that increase awareness of and support for coldwater conservation
- Support projects addressing native brook trout populations (preference given)
- Support other wild trout population projects (also considered)
Purpose
Grants are awarded to eligible Pennsylvania Trout Unlimited chapters to:- Maximum: $2,500 per grant
Award Amount
- Pennsylvania Trout Unlimited chapters only
- Must regularly submit quarterly reports to PATU
- Must submit Annual Financial Report (AFR) on time
Eligible Applicants
- In-stream habitat improvements to benefit wild trout
- Riparian buffer restoration along wild trout streams
- Streambank stabilization of wild trout waters
- Education, outreach, and training programs focused on coldwater resource conservation
- Sampling equipment for stream monitoring and survey projects
- Stream assessment or research projects
- Other projects (contact PATU for approval)
Eligible Projects
- Proceeds from "Back the Brookie" license plate sales
- Annual appeal
- Donations from anglers, conservationists, and friends/family
Funding Source
- Matching funds (cash or in-kind) are encouraged but not required
Match Requirements
- Funds awarded via check made out to the TU chapter only
- Cannot be made out to third-party contractors, consultants, or partners
- Projects must be completed within one year from date award check is issued
Award Administration
- Non-TU salary or travel expenses
- Reimbursement for already-completed projects
Ineligible Costs
- Final report required upon project completion
- Report must include project summary and photos suitable for publication in PA Trout newsletter, website, and/or social media
Reporting Requirements
- Projects addressing brook trout habitat receive greater consideration
- All wild trout habitat projects will be considered
- Partnerships highly encouraged; chapter volunteers should play significant role
Funding Preferences
- Phone: 724-640-1022
- Email: [email protected]
Contact Information
PATU Executive Director: Eric NullMailing Address:
PA Trout
PO Box 5148
Bellefonte, PA 16823
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Pre-Application Contact
- Contact Eric Null, PATU Executive Director, to discuss the project and funding need
- Phone: 724-640-1022
- Email: [email protected]
2. Verify Eligibility
- Confirm chapter meets all eligibility requirements:
- Chapter is actively registered TU chapter in Pennsylvania
- Chapter regularly submits quarterly reports to PATU
- Chapter has submitted Annual Financial Report (AFR) on time
3. Complete Application Form
- Complete the Forever Wild Grant Application (provided on website)
- Required fields:
- Chapter Name
- Project Coordinator name and contact information
- Chapter Address
- Coordinator Phone
- Coordinator Email
- Project description and details
4. Submit Application
- Application accepted on rolling basis
- Funding awarded first-come, first-served until funds depleted
- No specific deadline; year-round submissions accepted
- Completed Forever Wild Grant Application form
- Project description
- Budget information
- Evidence of chapter eligibility (quarterly reports, AFR status)
- Any supporting materials demonstrating project need
Application Materials Needed
- Alignment with PATU mission (protection, conservation, restoration, sustaining wild trout)
- Priority given to brook trout habitat projects
- Consideration of other wild trout habitat projects
- Demonstrated chapter involvement and partnership approach
- Community impact and conservation value
Review Criteria
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