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 2010 the foundation gave approximately $73,000 to eight organizations on the Island for a range of activities including education programs for the public and for school children, conservation advocacy, research and water bird protection.

Proposals are due by March 1, 2011 for funding in July.

For copies of the proposal guidelines contact Beatrice Phear at beaphear2@gmail.com.