One-third of the Fund’s net earnings are paid to member states each year in proportion to their share of the corporation’s endowment. These funds are used to support local projects that match opportunities identified by each state. Since its inception, the Fund has provided $55 million to its member states to be used for their unique priorities.
Specific information on funding priorities, application procedures, and funding levels can be obtained from the coordinator of each state’s program.
Illinois
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Bureau of Water Sanjay Sofat Tel: 217.782.1654
Michigan
Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Office of the Great Lakes Emily Finnell Tel: 517.284.5036
Minnesota
Legislative Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources Becca Nash Tel: 651.296.6264
New York
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Don Zelazny Tel: 716.851.7130
Ohio
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Water Resources & Lake Erie Programs Joy Mulinex Tel: 614.644.2041
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Office of the Great Lakes Timothy J. Bruno Tel: 814.835.1477
Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Office of the Great Lakes Stephen Galarneau Tel: 608.266.1956