National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Awards Chesapeake Bay Grants

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation announced $23.8 million in grant awards to support water quality improvement, habitat restoration, and community stewardship efforts in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Many of the 56 grants will benefit affected townships and are a funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Manchester Township, York County was awarded a $692,600 grant for stream restoration for water quality and climate resiliency in the Codorus Creek Watershed. The project will mitigate flooding and restore a degraded stream, enhance recreation, and provide education on water resources and climate resilience. To learn more about the Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Grants Program and these awards, click here.