Description
The Massachusetts Division of Ecological Restoration (DER) is seeking grant proposals for the Regional Restoration Partnerships Program. The program aims to support regional collaboratives in advancing ecological restoration and nature-based climate resiliency projects across the Commonwealth. Eligible applicants include tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations and Massachusetts Regional Governments or Planning Agencies. The program will provide funding for a five-year designation period, with annual grant funding contracts. The proposed work should align with DER's mission and goals, and demonstrate a clear understanding of the region's ecological and climate adaptation needs.
• Key aspects of the program include:
• Demonstrated regional need for support to advance restoration efforts
• Likelihood of partnership success based on clear partnership structure, strategic planning, and strength of collaboration
• Ability to advance regional coordination and restoration/resiliency work
• Community characteristics and benefits
• Proposed restoration project/activities information
• Reasonableness of proposed timelines and budget