Patuxent River Appreciation Days (P.R.A.D.) Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of the 2016 grant round. Non-profit organizations that provide educational programs about the Patuxent River or conduct research activities in and around the Patuxent River or Patuxent River Basin are eligible to apply.
The P.R.A.D. grant recipient for 2015 was the Calvert Nature Society. They strive to create strong programs and raise awareness and connect to the natural resources in Calvert County. The Calvert Nature Society works to preserve and protect public lands, while building a strong volunteer and donor base to support the county nature parks.
Awards are made on a competitive basis by the P.R.A.D., Inc. Board of up to $1,000 per organization in any one calendar year. The P.R.A.D., Inc. Board includes members of the Calvert Marine Museum, the Pa-Po-Peake Shrine Club, The Calvert Artists Guild, The American Legion Arick L. Lore Post, and the Calvert County Waterman’s Association. Patuxent River Appreciation Days is sponsored by the Calvert County Commissioners, and without their assistance, funds would not be available for educational and environmental grants.
To request an application for a P.R.A.D. Inc. grant, please call Melissa McCormick at 410-326-2042, ext. 41 or email mccormmj@co.cal.md.us. Applicants must provide the name of the non-profit organization, contact person’s name, complete mailing address and a daytime telephone number or email address. Deadline for receipt of completed applications is April 29, 2016. (Must be postmarked by this date)