Anne Arundel Nonprofits Receive $57K in Environmental Grants

From the Baltimore Gas and Electric Company:

Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE) today announced that 12 Anne Arundel County nonprofit organizations committed to environmental preservation, protection and enhancement will receive $57,200 in BGE Green Grants. Eight of the recipients’ projects focus on wastewater mitigation, stream restoration or similar projects that will positively impact the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed.

“Environmental stewardship is one of BGE’s core values, and through our sustainable operations, philanthropic giving, and employee volunteer opportunities, we can positively impact the environment,” said Valencia McClure, vice president of governmental and external affairs for BGE. “We look forward to seeing the creative ideas and strong programs developed by this year’s BGE Green Grant recipients put into action.”

In total, 52 Maryland nonprofit organizations will receive $300,000 in BGE Green Grants. The program is in its fourth year and has provided more than $1,300,000 to nonprofit organizations across central Maryland.

The BGE Green Grants program is open to 501c3 nonprofit organizations located in BGE’s central Maryland service territory that are committed to making a positive impact on the environment. Grants range from $1000 to $10,000 and are awarded in the following environmental focus areas: conservation, education, energy efficiency, pollution prevention and community engagement.

BGE’s corporate citizenship aligns with its parent company, Exelon Corporation. As part of Exelon’s 2012 merger, Exelon and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining an average of $7 million in annual charitable giving in Maryland for the next 10 years. The BGE Green Grants program fulfills part of that commitment.

For more information on the BGE Green Grants program, visit bge.com.