Conservation Moose Plate grant funds available

CONCORD — The New Hampshire State Conservation Committee is now accepting 2020 Conservation Moose Plate Grant applications. Grant funds are available for projects that support and promote programs and partnerships that protect, restore, and enhance the state’s valuable natural resources.

Eligible applicants include municipalities, County Conservation Districts, qualified nonprofit organizations engaged in conservation programs, public and private schools kindergarten through 12, County Cooperative Extension natural resource programs, and scout groups.

Grant applications are due Sept. 13. Awards will be announced in December and funding will be available to successful applicants in May 2020.

The 2020 Conservation Grant Application Instructions and Application Form may be downloaded by visiting SCC.nh.gov. With questions, contact Dea Brickner-Wood, administrator, at nh-conservation-committee@nh.gov.

The New Hampshire State Conservation Committee’s grant program is funded through the purchase of conservation license plates, known as moose plates.  All funds raised through the purchase of moose conservation and heritage plates are used for the promotion, protection and investment in New Hampshire's natural, cultural and historic resources. To buy a Moose Plate, visit a municipal office and request one when registering a vehicle. Gift certificates may be purchased by visiting www.mooseplate.com.