SBLC has a perfect area to use for outdoor education. We are planning for a pavilion, bridge to a garden area, art center, music center and tonka truck construction center. Read more...
Local sheep or goat producers will be partnered with 4H youth who will procure animals to grow for eventual exhibition ultimately fostering their interest in joining the farming community. This unique project is being developed due to its feasibility for urban youth with limited land and resources. Read more...
Town of Eva has a wetland area (approx. two acres) that needs to be improved for the future growth of Eva. We plan to install pipelines, cover with soil, and level and plant grass on that town property. Read more...
The goal of this project is to update the classroom in the Precision Machining academy to reflect the least restrictive learning environment needed to teach a career and technical trade. There is a major need of tables and chairs to replace the outdated/broken desks in the classroom. Read more...
Career Academies of Decatur welding, automotive, construction and precision machine programs are requesting a grant to support updating tools that are shared between the programs. The teachers have open doors to other programs to maximize the impact of any funds spent on tools. Read more...
With the remodeling of the flooring of the Historic Somerville Courthouse, the Town of Somerville would love to be able to reopen the historic building to the public for public events, gatherings, etc and share the old building with those of the community and their guests from out of town. Read more...
Through this project, we will be able to educate students, staff, the community and visitors on the importance of conservation and environmental education. This project will also create a sense of community leading to a heightened involvement and preservation of wildlife habitats in our county. Read more...
An outdoor classroom designed for multi-needs students at Crestline Elementary School will allow gardening and outdoor experiences. This project will be located right outside their existing self-contained classroom to allow easy access year round. Read more...
Due to the rising cost of renting the site from TVA for our tribe to put on our Cultural Arts Festival we are focusing on what is needed to develop a portion of our newly purchased land to allow for us to put on our Cultural Arts Festival on our land. Read more...
Students will spend four days and nights at our facility. They will receive daily hands on instruction from professionals in the fields of Soils, Biology, Geology, and Environmental Engineering. Two Healing Journeys trips for veterans and first responders dealing with PTSD. Read more...
