GRANT APPLICATION DUE AUGUST 1

I. Project Information

Please provide the requested information about the project.

Project Name *

Site Location's Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

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Estimated Square Footage of Project Area *

Property Owner Name: *

Grant Type *

Amount of Request *

Purpose of Grant: *

II. Requesting Organization Information

Name of Organization: *

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Address where grant check should be mailed (if different than above) *

Type of Organization: *

Tax exempt, nonprofit corporation – 501(c)
Youth Organization (e.g. Scouts, Clubs, Groups)
Community Association
Homeowners’ Association
Educational Organization (e.g. School, PTA, PTO)
Other (e.g Library, Historic Property, Senior Center)

Has your organization received a Unity Grant in the past? *

Note: an organization may only receive one Unity Gardens grant per 12 month period.

If so, what year(s) were grants received?

Are there any other sources of funding secured, pending, or planned for this project?

Which free sign would you like for your project?

See Grant Guidelines for images/content of signs

Maryland Pollinator Pathway

We would like for each of our grantees to voluntarily register their garden on the Maryland Pollinator Pathway. In addition to planting with natives, the only additional requirement is to avoid the use of lawn chemicals and pesticides. Please visit the Maryland Pollinator Pathway website for additional information about this local effort.

Is there anything that might prevent your garden from being registered on the Maryland Pollinator Pathway?

III. Project Leader or Coordinator

Name *

First

Last

Project Leader Title: *

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Project Leader Daytime Phone:

Project Leader Mobile Phone:

Email *

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Lead Volunteer

Contact information for the Lead Volunteer for this project, or note SAME as Project Leader.

Volunteer Name

First

Last

Phone

IV. Project Specifics

Project Description *

Please describe your project, including the following information:

Who? Describe the organization seeking this grant and/or any assisting organizations.

What? Describe the project and how it will be implemented. Include:

Plant List
Detailed planting schedule including who will be responsible for installing the project and when you plan to start.
Tell us how you will attract volunteers, share information, and promote the success of your project.

Where? Describe the location of the project. Mention any existing environmental conditions or challenges such as flooding, slopes, poor soil or drainage, and whether the site is sun or shade. If applicable, include any information you’ve already collected, such as civil engineer reports, Watershed Steward recommendations, or data that will demonstrate that plants will be effective in addressing your issues.

When? Outline the schedule of the project, including an activity timeline and specific event dates. Visit our Grants Page for helpful tips for a successful planting day.

How? Explain the connection of this project with your community. List who your volunteers are, how many volunteers you hope will participate and what impact it will have on your community.

Photos of the area *

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You may also include a plat or satellite maps. Please do not embed photos in your application. Attach up to 5 photos as separate documents.

Planting Plan *

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Detailed sketch or computer drawing showing where plants will be placed.
Examples:
Planting Plan #1
Planting Plan #2

Maintenance Plan *

Click or drag files to this area to upload. You can upload up to 2 files.

A plan for maintenance for a minimum of two years. Example: Maintenance Plan

V. Project Budget

We will fund projects up to $1000 or less. To qualify for the super grant (up to $3000), 75% of your plants must be native plants or shrubs.

We encourage projects that have matching funds. Matching funds means your organization or partner group is also providing funding for the project.

80% of your budget must be native plants. 20% may include materials to ensure survivability of plants such as mulch, compost, and tree protectors. Annuals and invasive species will not be funded.

Delivery fees or freight fees will not be covered. It is recommended you include these fees in your budget to be paid for with matching funds. If you submit receipts that include freight or delivery fees, you will be asked to return these funds.

Download and save the Unity Gardens Budget Worksheet. Here, you can record your proposed budget, and submit it as an attachment.

It is helpful to review the Sample Project Budget.

If you have matching funds, review the Sample Project Budget with Shared Funding.

You can also find helpful budget and funding tips on our Grants Page.

If approved, you will be responsible for keeping receipts in order to support your final budget and will be asked to return any unused or funds unaccounted for.

Budget Upload *

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Additional Items

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Please use this section to upload any additional documents.

What’s Next?

Please review the completed application prior to submitting it to ensure that all requested information and attachments have been provided. Once submitted, applications cannot be modified on-line.

Upon receipt of the completed Application Form, we will respond to the applicant via e-mail acknowledging receipt of the form within 3 business days. If you do not receive an email within 3 business days, please contact unitygardensaa@gmaill.com to ensure your application was received. All required forms and attachments must be submitted no later than midnight March 1, 2024.

Award of Grants

All decisions on grant requests will be reported to applicants by September 1.

Applicants whose proposals have been approved will receive a Letter of Agreement outlining the terms and conditions of the grant before receiving a grant check.

All approved grantees must complete their project in Spring 2024 and submit a final report by July 15, 2024.

Unity Gardens will visit each completed project within 12 months.

Good luck, and thanks for supporting native gardening in Anne Arundel County!