Grants support implementation of resilient practices and enhance the ability of organizations and government agencies to plan for resiliency projects within the coastal zone.
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VOF opens $1.875 million grant round for open-space projects
VOF is seeking proposals for projects that will create safe access to open space and provide other public benefits.
14 projects awarded first grants from Coastal Resilience and Tree Fund
New program funded by VOF and administered by Wetlands Watch supports the implementation of resilient practices and enhances the ability of organizations and government agencies to plan for resiliency projects within the coastal zone.
VOF announces $2.2 million for 22 open-space projects across Virginia
Projects include parks, trails, and programs that increase safe access to open space in 21 localities.
Chestnut Ridge Natural Area Preserve doubles in size
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has purchased 775 acres in Giles and Bland counties with a grant from VOF’s Forest CORE Fund.
VOF hosts Girl Scouts at Bull Run Mountains Preserve
VOF’s Bull Run Mountain Natural Area Preserve hosted the Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital for a day in the woods, where they were led on guided hikes by the Preserve’s conservation assistant, Deneith Reif.
IRS issues guidance on “faulty” language in certain easements
Easements can be amended through July 24th with “Safe Harbor” language to substitute for boundary line adjustment and extinguishment provisions that may trigger an audit.
Wetlands Watch & VOF announce second round for Coastal Resilience & Trees Fund
$90,000 available for capacity building, implementation, stewardship, and tree-planting projects in Virginia’s Coastal Zone. Applications due July 7th.
1 million acres conserved under Virginia’s Land Preservation Tax Credit
About 85% of VOF’s total easement portfolio, or 745,000 acres, have been protected since the tax credit took effect in 2000.
Blackwater Park project wins Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award
New park will provide recreational opportunities for residents of and visitors to the City of Franklin while protecting the scenic Blackwater River and bald cypress habitat.