Funds for Grants Available

Through Edey Foundation

The Edey Foundation, founded by the late Maitland Edey of Seven Gates Farm, announces funds available for grants to Island nonprofit organizations.

The purpose of the foundation is to provide money for conservation and environmental programs on Martha’s Vineyard. Submissions that relate to ongoing conservation, energy, education, and scientific studies are welcome. The foundation does not fund construction or building projects.

In 2008 the foundation gave approximately $82,000 to nine organizations on the Island for a range of activities, including education programs for the public and for school children, conservation advocacy, native plant propagation, and water bird protection.

Proposals are due March 1, 2009 for funding in July.

For copies of the proposal guidelines contact Beatrice Phear at pbphear@comcast.net.