Possible opportunity for future grants...

[Dan Basore]

This is too late for this year but someone may wish to contact them for future financial assistance. I just became aware of this and have no idea how to make a proposal for grants.

 

Came across this and wanted to share it with you.

 

 

 

 

 

5) 2011 RBFF National Youth Fishing & Boating Initiative

 

RBFF’s National Youth Fishing & Boating Initiative is offering education grants for 2011. Youth-focused boating, fishing and conservation organizations are encouraged to apply by the December 27, 2010 deadline. The Grant Guidelines & Application, Score Sheet and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) are available for download in the box at the right.

 

Key requirements of RBFF’s grant application guidelines include introducing boating and fishing to minorities and underserved communities. Special consideration is given to programs that:

 

Offer multiple on-the-water learning opportunities.

Encourage long-term involvement of participants.

Foster multi-generational participation, e.g., engaging seniors as youth mentors.

Provide adequate screening, selection and training of staff, instructors and volunteers (including a criminal background check).

Promote conservation education and include at least one conservation experience that actively engages participants in a hands-on activity.

Provide inclusive programming.

Support existing RBFF partnerships

Visit http://www.rbff.org/page.cfm?pageID=376 for more information.

[Mike Clifford]

Very interesting, Dan.

 

This is something I'm learning quite a bit about as of late:

Provide adequate screening, selection and training of staff, instructors and volunteers (including a criminal background check).

Their focus is on minorities and underserved communities.

There are a number of groups doing just this in IL currently that I've been in touch with for a major roll-out of the Outdoor Channel Corps project.

 

I will look into this for the current grant cycle, but most likely the next.

Thanks again.