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CODORUS WATERSHED

An advised fund of York County Community Foundation, the Codorus Watershed Endowment (CWE) is a substantial source of charitable support for the stream's improvement and the benefit of the many York Countians who use and enjoy this critical resource - for agriculture, industry, recreation and wildlife, and for drinking water and other municipal purposes. The Endowment was created in December, 2001, with the Foundation's receipt of a $2 million payment from Glatfelter of Spring Grove, PA., as part of a consent decree settling litigation.

A committee of respected environmental, business and civic leaders has been appointed to lead and advise grants from the Endowment. In addition to its leadership and support of other promising initiatives to protect and improve the watershed over time, the Endowment will award grants for projects of local not-for-profit and/or governmental organizations, in response to competitive proposals. Eligible proposals must advance the Endowment's goals and reflect the guidelines and limitations for grants described. Through 2008, at least $20,000 annually will be available for such grants.

Codorus Watershed Grant applications are due September 15th for the fall grant cycle.

GOALS. The goals of the Codorus Watershed Endowment are as follows: Expansion of York Countians' recreational use of the Codorus - for fishing, boating, swimming (etc.). Improvements to the appearance and vitality of the main stem of the Codorus Creek, which runs through York City. Protection and improvement of the water supply, water quality, stream hydrology and habitat for fish and wildlife in the Codorus Creek watershed. Growth of environmentally sensitive, Codorus-linked businesses. Better understanding and education among York Countians about the importance of the Codorus - which is a primary source of our drinking water, among other benefits - and steps to improve and protect the health of our watershed. New appreciation of the Codorus as a treasured York County asset - a resource for residents and visitors to enjoy and protect.