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LaTonya Sanders
(913) 551-7003
sanders.latonya@epa.gov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 24, 2004

EPA REGION 7 ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE RESEARCH GRANTS AVAILABLE

EPA is seeking Environmental Justice research grant applications to support projects that examine issues related to a community’s exposure to multiple environmental harms and risks.

The grants are available to Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska community-based organizations through the EPA Region 7 office in Kansas City, Kan.

The Environmental Justice Hazardous Substances Research Small Grants, provide financial assistance to eligible affected local community-based organizations. Projects must be for research, to expand scientific knowledge or understanding of the subject studied.

Application packages must be postmarked by midnight Friday, April 30. Guidance outlining the purpose, eligibility, and general procedures for applications and awards are available by contacting EPA toll-free at 1-800-223-0425 or on the Web at: http://www.epa.gov/Compliance/resources/publications/ej/grants/small-grants-guidance-2004.pdf (17 pp., 245 KB)

Environmental justice is the fair treatment of all races, cultures, and incomes with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws and policies.

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April 13 - 16, 2004

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