Press Release Press Release
To: Area Media
From: The Forward Endowment
Subject: 2024 Grants Awarded
The FORWARD Endowment, the Manitowoc County trust established to fund projects focused on hunting, fishing, conservation, and related education, has announced its grants for the 2024 giving season. FORWARD stands for Friends Of Resources, Wildlife And Recreational Development. It was founded by The Manitowoc Unit of Manitowoc County Fish & Game in 1993 and it has become the premier conservation trust in the area. The organization announced that just under $13,000 in grants were awarded for the season to four applicants. These include:
Manitowoc County Fish & Game – Carstens Lake Fishing Pier
Friends of Camp Tapawingo – Fishing Program Equipment
CEI Inc Manitowoc County – Monthly Education Programming
Manitowoc County Fish & Game – Member Development – Website Management
It was noted that the number of requests was down in 2024 and that there were additional funds available. In 2023, the organization moved to a new unitrust format that provides more funding for projects. The trust has been supported by a combination of funding from area sporting clubs and private donations. Manitowoc County Fish and Game Protective Association has been a major supporter of the fund through their Annual Banquet proceeds each year. The community at large can also make donations.
The FORWARD Endowment has provided over $160,000 in grants awarded to projects and groups in Manitowoc County. These represent completed projects in the community. FORWARD is a 501-C3 and donations can make checks payable to The FORWARD Endowment c/o Associated Bank. Those making end of the year charitable donations are invited to consider the fund.
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