2019 Farmland Protection Grants Awarded
At its quarterly meeting, The 1772 Foundation, partnering with the Land Trust Alliance, awarded $500,000 in grants to two projects protecting farmland in the state of New Jersey. The purpose of this grant program is to support sustainable regional food systems by protecting critical farmland in the state.
| GRANTEE | SITE | ACRES | AWARD |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Conservation Foundation (Pilesgrove, NJ) | Cleveland Plaza | 73 Acres | 250000 |
| New Jersey Conservation Foundation (Amwell, NJ) | Wertsville Industries Property | 111 Acres | 250000 |