Thanks to a transformative $5 million investment from the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD), in 2024 funding became available to support community projects, scholarships, fellowships, research and innovation in the areas of conservation and environmental stewardship.
Download the 2024 Enviromental Stewardship RFP
Environmental Stewardship opportunities
To support locally driven projects that preserve and enhance our natural environment. Public and nonprofit organizations as well as individuals or groups working with a fiscal sponsor are eligible to apply. Applications for this grant round closed Sept. 1, 2024.
To provide two years of support (including a financial stipend and mentorship) for individuals who pioneer positive change through projects that address environmental challenges and promote biodiversity conservation. Letters of intent were accepted through Nov. 1, 2024. Additional information is available in the RFP above.
To invest in new and creative approaches that result in environmental good while encouraging environmental stewardship. Applications were due Aug. 2, 2024.
To support studies that address critical gaps in our understanding of our diverse ecosystems and contribute to the conservation and enhancement of aquatic biodiversity and healthy habitats. Applications were due Aug. 2, 2024.
To support individuals seeking degrees or continuing education in ecology, forestry, wildlife ecology or related natural resource fields, as well as skilled trades, vocational and technical training in fields that integrate and support green energy technology, sustainable agriculture and land stewardship. Scholarships will be available as part of FAO’s annual scholarship application cycle, which will open in early 2025. Sign up for FAO’s e-newsletter to receive updates on this and other scholarship opportunities.
Thanks to donor generosity and transformative partnerships, we are ensuring the people of Appalachian Ohio can experience our region’s natural beauty, both today and for generations to come. Donor support is strengthening parks, trails and outdoor recreational spaces; funding scholarships and fellowships focused on environmental stewardship; and providing opportunities for all to spend time in nature, cultivating future generations who will nurture our communities’ breathtaking landscapes.