This program is an excellent chance for your business to engage in impactful environmental work within the Gulf states. By collaborating with local fishers, you'll not only contribute to the cleanup of waterways and surrounding lands but also show your commitment to community welfare. This opportunity will enhance your reputation and visibility in your area, helping you build lasting partnerships.

Participating in this initiative offers no repayment obligation for the support you receive. Many funding options come with strict repayment terms, but not here. You’ll also be involved in community-engaged projects, benefiting your business while fostering a sense of togetherness. The program is open to all sectors and any business size, making it straightforward for you to apply and join this movement.

Joining this program means you can leverage fishers' expertise and networks to create a greater impact. Your involvement can increase your market presence and align your business with essential environmental stewardship efforts. It’s a win-win situation for your business and the community at large.

Type of Financing

This program offers grants to eligible entities. Grants do not require repayment, making them an excellent option for businesses looking to fund community-engaged initiatives without adding debt.

Eligible Expenses

You can use the funds for a variety of expenses, including:

• Community outreach and engagement activities
• Partnerships with commercial, recreational, and subsistence fishers
• Initiatives to remove or prevent trash in waterways
• Educational programs aimed at reducing pollution

Restrictions and Fees

While the funds are versatile, they cannot be used for personal expenses or activities not directly related to the initiative. There are typically no fees associated with accessing the grant, making it an accessible option for your business.

Take advantage of this opportunity to make a positive impact without the worry of repayment!

• Location: Must operate in one of the five Gulf states.
• Partnership Requirement: Must partner with commercial, recreational, and subsistence fishers.
• Community Engagement: Must work in disadvantaged communities around inland waters, including urban, peri-urban, and rural areas.
• Collaboration with Fishers: Must employ fishers’ networks and expertise to develop community-engaged initiatives.
• Focus Area: Must aim to remove, reduce, and prevent trash in waterways of common or public fishing spots and surrounding land.
• Geographic Diversity: Should work with fishers in multiple locations.

Disqualifications:

• There are no specific disqualifications mentioned in the context provided.

You can connect with local fishers to help clean up waterways in your area. This program allows you to partner with fishers to tackle trash in inland waters and the surrounding lands of disadvantaged communities across the Gulf states. If you take part, you'll be part of a meaningful initiative that not only enhances the environment but also strengthens community bonds.

You can receive support to reduce trash in spaces where people fish and enjoy the outdoors. While the exact funding amount hasn't been set, your involvement can lead to community-engaged projects that benefit everyone.

No repayment is required, making this support especially valuable for your business. You'll have the chance to make a real difference while potentially enhancing your operational visibility and market presence within the community. This opportunity aligns your business with environmental stewardship and community welfare.