01-20-2002, 07:34 AM
I thought this topic might be of interest to mich. <br><br>this is an excerpt from (2002 Michigan Department of Natural Resources) press release. <br> the rest of the report can be found (http://www.dnr.state.mi.us/PressReleaseD...&imageid=3) <br><br>INLAND FISHERIES GRANT APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 31<br><br>LANSING--The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for the 2002 Inland Fisheries Grant program, which offers grants up to $30,000 for local projects that enhance our state's aquatic resources.<br>The program is intended to foster citizen and community understanding and appreciation of inland fisheries resources and to encourage participation and commitment to the improvement and protection of inland fishing opportunities, habitat and fish communities. Eligible applicants include individuals, nonprofit organizations or units of government (including school districts). Preference is given to nonprofit organizations and governmental units.<br><br>The maximum grant award is $30,000 per project. Applicants are strongly urged to seek assistance from DNR Fisheries Division staff in preparing their application. Applications must be postmarked no later than March 31, 2002.<br><br><br>