The Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) focuses on the restoration and protection of Lake Champlain and its surrounding watershed. It collaborates with partners in New York, Vermont, and Québec to tackle phosphorus pollution, toxic substances, biodiversity, aquatic invasive species, and climate change. The program also oversees the Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership, aiming to foster appreciation and better stewardship of the region’s cultural resources by highlighting and promoting its history.
These mini-grants are designed to support the professional development of staff and volunteers within watershed organizations in the Lake Champlain Basin. The grants cover expenses related to attending meetings, conferences, workshops, and other events that enhance the organizations' ability to function. This includes costs for travel, meals, registration, and accommodations. The goal is to build the capacity of these organizations through improved expertise and knowledge, enabling them to contribute more effectively to the protection and restoration of the watershed.