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The FairWays Foundation Concludes 2024 Grant Cycle

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The FairWays Foundation Concludes 2024 Grant Cycle: Aquatrols’ commitment to environmental stewardship continues, bringing total donations to over $1.12 million, funding 59 projects globally.

The FairWays Foundation, established by Aquatrols in 2019, has successfully completed its 2024 grant cycle, distributing $119,040 to 11 environmental projects around the globe. With Aquatrols’ ongoing support, the foundation has now donated a remarkable $1,122,819 in total, empowering 59 conservation initiatives across the USA, Canada, UK, Europe, and Africa since inception.

As a stand-alone 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, The FairWays Foundation is dedicated to advancing conservation and environmental stewardship. By providing grants to both small and large-scale projects, the foundation addresses critical environmental challenges and supports educational initiatives worldwide.

The 2024 grant cycle included a diverse range of projects, from the GreenerGolf Network conference to the AquaArborAware project, which focuses on river and forest conservation education in the Anumle community. Other notable projects included eco-pond restoration, heathland regeneration, and various on-course ecology and sustainability initiatives. You can view a list of all this year’s successful projects here.

“The FairWays Foundation is extremely proud of this year’s grant recipients. They represent three continents with an increased focus on public outreach and education. Our total give is now over $800,000 since 2019. We can’t wait to see the finished projects and observe the positive impacts they are having within their communities.” – Greg Lovell, President of The FairWays Foundation and Central East Territory Manager for The Aquatrols Company.

Looking Ahead to 2025

The FairWays Foundation is excited to continue its mission of environmental stewardship with the launch of the 2025 grant cycle, opening in February. The foundation is actively seeking ambassadors to connect with individuals and organizations passionate about conservation but lacking the resources to bring their ideas to life. Those interested in applying for funding or becoming an ambassador can learn more on the foundation’s website.

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Fulfil grant commitments by collecting tree shelters

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Fulfil grant commitments by collecting tree shelters: Tubex has launched the 2024 season of its Tree Shelter Collection and Recycling Programme, calling on all who use tree shelters to ‘fulfil your commitment to the land.’

Many recent grants, such as the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO), make collection a requirement, stating that landowners must “remove and dispose of tree guards in an appropriate manner when no longer required, and by year 15 in all cases.”

Fulfil grant commitments by collecting tree shelters

Fulfil grant commitments by collecting tree shelters

As such, the removal of used tree shelters is a collective responsibility. Tubex is investing heavily in the scheme to provide tree planters with a convenient platform to facilitate the responsible removal and recycling of their shelters.

Now in its third year, Tubex’s Collection and Recycling Programme recycled over 350,000 shelters last year with the material used to manufacture new shelters, with collection and recycling representing the lowest impact option when tree shelters are used*.

With the ability to bring collected shelters to more than 15 hubs around the UK free of charge, or alternatively, to book a doorstep collection for a small fee, landowners have plenty of options to ensure they can sustainably dispose of shelters.

The Tubex Tree Shelter Collection and Recycling Programme currently accepts used polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE) tree shelters or mesh tubes from all manufacturers.

“Essentially, we’re asking stakeholders to uphold your promise to protect the environment, regardless of whether this is mandated by your grant or simply a desire to do the right thing by ensuring shelters aren’t left in the environment,” said James Taylor, Product Line Director at Tubex.

“The hub network has been made possible thanks to collaboration with our valued partners, who have provided the use of their time and facilities. We are delighted to see this level of ‘buy-in’ from a wide range of organisations who are committed to making a positive impact.”

These hub partners include Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust, Tilhill, Maydencroft, British Hardwood Tree Nursery, and Green-Tech.

To find your nearest hub and book a collection, visit: https://tubex.com/sustainability/tree-shelter-collection-recycling-programme/

“We have plenty of dates throughout the summer and we hope to increase the number of hubs nationwide, so please check the interactive map for the latest details,” confirmed James Taylor. “The more people who can collect shelters or open new hubs, the bigger and more positive the impact we can make as a sustainably-minded community.”

* https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10130156/

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FairWays Foundation to open grant application

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FairWays Foundation to open grant application: The FairWays Foundation has now awarded over $440,000 worth of grant funds to 29 projects across the USA, Canada and the UK since 2020. This year sees the foundation carry out it’s 4th grant cycle with the application window opening February 1. The submission window will remain open until April 30, 2023 and successful grant recipients will be notified in October 2023.

The FairWays Foundation is a stand-alone 501c3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to safeguarding our environment, supporting conservation-based projects; big and small by granting funds to successful applicants globally.

FairWays Foundation to open grant application

FairWays Foundation to open grant application

The conservation-focused non-profit encourages all businesses or individuals to apply who are looking for funding assistance for projects pertaining to our environment and natural resources. Find out how to apply.

To view more information about all the projects that have being supported so far, click here.

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FairWays Foundation completes third grant cycle

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FairWays Foundation completes third grant cycle: Founded in 2019, The FairWays Foundation has now completed its third grant cycle, bringing the total funding to $441,791 since its inception with 29 projects supported across the USA, Canada and UK.

The FairWays Foundation is a stand-alone 501c3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting conservation and stewardship within the turf industry and beyond. The foundation supports conservation-based projects both big and small by granting funds to successful applicants globally.

FairWays Foundation completes third grant cycle

FairWays Foundation completes third grant cycle

12 projects have been funded in the 2022 grant cycle, totalling $169,000 in funds. The Grant Committee and Board were delighted to review a diverse array of projects including a Great Salt Lake Field Trip program, the expansion of previously supported Irvine to Girvan Nectar Network, an on-course vegetable garden to serve the golf club restaurant, the installation of bat boxes, restoring an agricultural field to prairie, phragmites removal, canal bank restoration and more.

Matt Foster, CEO & President of Aquatrols and President of The FairWays Foundation said, “We understand making a difference locally takes tremendous grit from a local champion. It might be a green keeper or parks manager or a program volunteer. Regardless, without their will, these projects would never move forward. Our message to those individuals out there with a wish for a healthier environment is The Fairways Foundation can help with the way to get there.”

The 2023 funding cycle opens February 2023. Find out how to apply.

To view more information about all the projects that have been supported this year, click here.

The FairWays Foundation is looking for ambassadors to help reach those who wish to champion environmental projects but are unable to proceed due to lack of resources. Find out how you can get involved here

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FairWays Foundation to accept grant applications

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FairWays Foundation to accept grant applications: Last year, The FairWays Foundation awarded over $160,000 / £140,000 worth of funds to a varied cross-section of environmental projects in both the USA and Europe.

Successful grant projects ranged from pond restoration to the establishment of native wetlands, and more. To view more information about all of the projects that have been supported by The Fairways Foundation, click here.

FairWays Foundation to accept grant applications

FairWays Foundation to accept grant applications

The Fairways Foundation will begin accepting applications for grants on February 1, 2022. The submission window will remain open until April 30, 2022 and final grant recipients will be notified in October 2022.

The conservation-focused non-profit encourages all businesses or individuals to apply who are looking for funding assistance for projects pertaining to our environment and natural resources.

Find out how to apply here

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