CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Jan. 18, 2012) - Rockwell Collins is
currently seeking proposals for its 2012 Green Communities
grant program. Launched eight years ago, the program helps
fund environmental projects in communities where the
company operates. Applications will be accepted through
Feb. 17, 2012, with grant winners being announced in
conjunction with activities on or around Earth Day, April
22, 2012.
To apply for a grant, a nonprofit group must be teamed with
a Rockwell Collins employee or retiree and the projects
must improve the environmental condition of a community in
which Rockwell Collins operates. In addition to traditional
conservation and restoration projects, the Green
Communities program will also emphasize the rebuilding of
communities through restoring environmental habitats that
have been damaged by natural disasters.
"With more than 300 grants awarded since 2004, the program
has reached every community where our employees live and
work," said Rockwell Collins Community Relations Manager
Jenny Becker. "Our grant recipients tell us that funding
for these types of grassroots projects is truly making a
difference."
Grant awards will range from $500 to $2,500. Only projects
conducted or sponsored by qualified non-profit
organizations or public/government entities are eligible.
A grant review committee will judge project applications
based on criteria including:
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Tangible environmental benefits of the project
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Sustainability of the project benefits
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Participation in the project by Rockwell Collins
employees and/or retirees
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Completion of the project within the calendar year of
the grant award
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Agreement to participate in publicizing the grant and
the completed project
To download a copy of the grant guidelines and application,
go to:
About Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the
development and deployment of innovative communication and
aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and
government applications. Our expertise in flight deck
avionics, cabin electronics, mission communications,
information management and simulation and training is
delivered by nearly 20,000 employees, and a global service
and support network that crosses 27 countries..
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