COLUMBUS — The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency will award $271,000 to statewide projects supporting water restoration programs, including $19,120 to the Putnam Soil and Water Conservation District.
The Putnam Soil and Water Conservation District will use the funds to purchase an augmented reality sandbox for students to study watersheds, water quality, and show how activities of people and animals affect the environment. The sandbox will be shared between Allen, Paulding and Putnam counties.
The next grant application deadline is July 15 with letters of intent due by July 8. Grants are available for $500 to $5,000 and general grants can be up to $50,000. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/3md9dfyw.
