The City of Knoxville's Parks and Recreation Division is accepting applications for its 2006 Challenge Grant Program, which offers capital assistance to non-profit organizations for projects at parks and recreation facilities within the City limits.
A total of $25,000 is available this year to community groups, homeowner associations, schools, Scout troops and other organizations. The City will reimburse 50 percent of the cost of a single project, up to $2,500.
Previously, the grants have been used for playground equipment, water fountains, benches and landscaping materials.Applications and grant parameters are available at
www.knoxvilletn.gov/citygrants or by calling 865-215-2017. The deadline for applications is Sept. 15, 2006.