[CV Block Leaders] CVCBD Greening Grants

[Jeni Spevak]

Hi again!
 
Sorry for all this email coming at you on the same day! I have mentioned to
you all that the CVCBD has some greening grants available for block and
community projects. I just wanted to give you some more information on that.
 
The process is to apply for the grant by filling out our application. The
direct link is: http://charlesvillage.org/media/pdf/community_greening.pdf
Please print it out and mail or bring it in. There is a committee of
community members who will review the grants, and you may apply for any
amount between $50 and $500. You must give a comprehensive and detailed list
of the tools and supplies you need, and how much they will cost. You must
apply before the project date- we can not reimburse you for any projects
that have already been started.
 
Once approved, you must go out and buy the needed tools and supplies
yourself. Then do your project. Take lots of pictures! Submit a follow-up
report with your pictures and receipts to us within 30 days of your project.
You will receive a check that will reimburse you for the money you spent on
the project. Make sure you do not buy things for your projects that you did
not ask for in your original grant application! You may not be reimbursed
for anything purchased that was not approved by our committee.
 
Yes, it's a little complicated. Sorry folks. Free money is never easy! If
you need help with the application, please let me know. I can assist you,
and work with you on securing the grant for your block. The biggest thing I
did not realize until now is that the money has to come out of your pocket
first, and then you will be reimbursed. I hope this does not discourage
anyone from utilizing the grant funds. Be sure to let me know when you will
be doing your projects. I want to help, and can take digital pictures!
Unfortunately, I will not be available any weekends in May, due to being out
of town and moving. 
 
Happy greening!
 
Jeni Spevak
Block Leader Coordinator
Charles Village Community Benefits District
2301 N Charles St - Baltimore, MD 21218
410-235-4411 x16
 
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