Thorn Creek Audubon Awards Grants to Three Local Projects
Each year, Thorn Creek Audubon awards grants up to $500 for local projects that support wildlife protection, habitat restoration, or environmental education. The 2020 recipients of TCAS Environmental Grants are:
Bartel Grassland Improvements: Bartel Grassland Volunteer Steward / Forest Preserve District of Cook County
Native herbaceous and woody stem plantings to fill voids created by invasive plant removal; the new plantings will further improve the habitat and deter recurrence of invasives.
Breeding Bird Species Data Analysis: Bird Conservation Network (BCN)
Trend analysis of extensive breeding bird data collected by volunteer monitors to assess the health of bird populations on local area conservation lands.
Native Plant Gardens for Pollinators and Birds: Roots to Grow, NFL, Neola Street Community Garden (Park Forest)
Addition of native plant gardens that are bird- and insect pollinator-friendly at the Neola Street cooperative garden along with educational information about the plantings.
"Thorn Creek Audubon is delighted to help fund these outstanding projects," said TCAS President Diane Hicks. "From habitat restoration and breeding bird protection to helping pollinators thrive, these volunteer-led projects will benefit area wildlife and our local communities."
Through its annual grant program, Thorn Creek Audubon aims to increase habitat conservation, environmental education, and wild bird appreciation. Local organizations are invited to submit proposals for grants of up to $500. Applications for 2021 grants will be due in October 2021. Details are on the TCAS website at: Grants.
The Environmental Grant program and other chapter projects are supported by Thorn Creek Audubon member dues and contributions.
Congratulations, 2020 grant recipients. We look forward to the results of your completed projects!
Learn more about the projects:
> Bartel Grassland Improvements
> Breeding Bird Species Data Analysis
> Native Plant Gardens for Pollinators and Birds
December 8, 2020