Provide evidence of a thorough assessment of community needs, local environmental problems, and opportunities for cooperation with diverse organizations. Utilize existing resources and expertise from local businesses and industries, public agencies, academic institutions, and conservation organizations. Emphasize the services of volunteers of all ages and minimize administrative costs. Include the evaluation of progress and results as an integral part of project activities. Anticipate continuation of project activities beyond the period covered by a VEE grant.
Early submission is advised.
Proposals may not be submitted by facsimile. There will be no exceptions to deadlines. If grant support is approved, payments may be made in installments. VEE makes grants and loans to a variety of organizations to achieve this purpose. Initial funds received by VEE consisted of an eight million dollar payment by Allied Chemical Corporation in settlement of federal charges for polluting the James River with the pesticide Kepone.