Initial letters of inquiry must be received before April 1st or before September 1st, respectively, for consideration at the Spring and Fall meetings. Although pollution prevention is not an explicit focus of the program, it falls within the bounds of the Foundation's descriptions of current areas of interest. The Foundation seeks pilot and model projects that will test new approaches to solving environmental problems, bring about changes through policy research or add to working knowledge through applied research. Projects that link link formal professional competence with community-based efforts are encouraged. The Foundation is very interested in programs that provide new opportunities to recruit young people and new constituencies into the environmental field.
Recent grants show an emerging interest in urban environmental issues and resource protection.
In addition, projects that involve more than one area of current particular interest are also encouraged. Interested parties should request an Annual Report from the Foundation. This publication includes Grant Application Proceedures and descriptions of projects the Foundation has previously funded. The Foundation provides funding only to tax-exempt organizations. To apply for funding, send a brief letter to the Executive Director describing the organization and the proposed project, budget, and proof of tax-exempt status.