Local schools, parks and research projects can receive grant money

Local schools, parks and research projects can receive grant money
Jul 12, 2005

Arizona Game and Fish offers 2006 Heritage grants

PHOENIX - Your child's school or your local park could be among those that benefit from next year's Arizona Game and Fish Department Heritage grants. Every year, the department makes hundreds of thousands of dollars available to applicants who have projects with a wildlife focus that otherwise might not receive funding. This is the time of year to apply for the money.

"We're pleased to award these grants to deserving projects every year," says Robyn Beck, the department's Heritage grant coordinator. "We want to help students, researchers, outdoor enthusiasts and ultimately all Arizonans to enjoy this funding."

The money comes from the voter-created Heritage Fund. The fund takes money from Arizona Lottery ticket sales and uses it for conservation efforts like protecting endangered species, educating our children about wildlife, helping urban residents coexist with wildlife, and creating new opportunities for outdoor recreation.

The department holds annual workshops for groups interested in applying for Heritage grants. This year's workshops will be held at the following times and locations:

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Those planning to attend the workshops, and those wanting to learn more about eligibility for the grant money, should R.S.V.P. to Robyn Beck at (623) 236-7530. Potential grant recipients must have a project that is either located in Arizona or involves research in which the wildlife or its habitat is located in Arizona. The project must be finished in three years or less. More information on the grants and application forms can be found at the Arizona Game and Fish Department's Web site at azgfd.gov/heritage. The deadline for applications is Nov. 30.

Over the years, the Arizona Game and Fish Department has awarded a total of more than $10 million in grants to communities across the state. Arizonans can help raise money for the Heritage Fund every year, simply by buying Arizona Lottery tickets.