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RainScapes for Congregations March 3, 2020 RainScapes Rewards, Demonstrations and Grants
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RainScapes for Congregations March 3, 2020RainScapes Rewards, Demonstrations and Grants
RainScapes for CongregationsRebates for commercial/institutional:$20,000 per property – lifetime
All County property owners outside the municipalities ofRockville, Gaithersburg and Takoma Park are eligible forrebates
Congregations’ Potential Impact
• Number of Congregations with RainScapes: 31
• Number of Congregations in Montgomery Co: 519
• Potential area for RainScapes opportunities: 2,970 acres or 4.6 square miles
What can a RainScape do for your congregation?
• Gather the community• Create a welcoming atmosphere• Provide an outdoor place of worship• Heal the environment• Inspire stewardship • Celebrate creation
Examples of RainScapes and Congregations in Action
Melvin G. Berman Hebrew AcademyGrace Episcopal School Bat Mitzvah Project
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Silver Spring Methodist ChurchFrom idea to completion using a variety of tools
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St. James Episcopal Church andBeth ShalomNeighbors inspire changeGrants and rebate projects help to make it a reality
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Colesville Methodist Church
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Turf conversion along the Church building
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After the congregational project…….. See how RainScapes can help you at home!
Contact: Paul ModrellRainScapes Planner, Watershed Restoration Division
Questions?
