CUMBERLAND FOREST
COMMUNITY FUND
GRANT OPPORTUNITY
The University of Virginia's College of Wise and The Nature Conservancy are committed to investing resources and partnering with local communities to ensure sustainable, nature-based economic growth.
The Cumberland Forest Community Fund is open to nature-based economic and community development projects that make tangible contributions toward local economies, community capacity and environmental quality.
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THE 2024 APPLICATION PERIOD IS NOW CLOSED
Cumberland Forest Community Fund
We're looking for proposals that contribute to:
Local Economic Development
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Renewable energy projects
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Outdoor recreation, sustainable forestry or agricultural businesses or projects
Increased Community Capacity
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Walking or greenway paths
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Natural or cultural assets in local communities
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Strategic planning processes
Enhanced Environmental Quality
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Land or water restoration
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Installation of rain gardens
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Agritourism projects
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
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Open to community groups, non-profit organizations and municipalities.
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Project must be based in one or more of the following counties: Wise, Russell, Tazewell, Dickenson, Buchanan, Lee, or Scott.
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Applicants must provide a valid federal ID number.
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Project idea may be an original business concept or extension of a current business activity, product, service, community capacity building program or social venture.