Seeds of Sustainability Contest

CGF Sets Deadline for 2012 "Seeds of Sustainability" Homeowner Grants!

The Chestnut Grove Foundation has set July 6, 2012 as its deadline for submission of applications for the Seeds of Sustainability program. Any project completed by a Penn Manor homeowner in the last 5 years and which demonstrates good stewardship of the natural resources on their properties may be eligible for cash awards of $1000, $500 or $100-$250.

The "Seeds of Sustainability" program recognizes and rewards individual property owners within the Penn Manor school district who have significantly protected and conserved the natural resources on their own properties, used alternative energy sources, reduced pollution, protected wildlife or in any other meaningful way protected or conserved natural resources.

Now in its fifth year, "Seeds of Sustainability" has recognized homeowner projects that ranged from controlling erosion and storm water runoff to using reclaimed barn wood and metal in a home renovation. Other projects have included restoring woodland, composting, using rain barrels, and turning a small barren yard into a bountiful garden and wildlife habitat.

Application forms, including more information about CGF and the "Seeds of Sustainability" awards, are available at www.ChestnutGroveFoundation.org/SOS-2012.pdf, at info@Chestnut Grove Foundation.org or by calling 872-4142. Awards will be announced September 14, 2012.