Santa Barbara Foundation Names Recipients of Environmental Grants

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The grants, totaling nearly $610,000, will support 26 nonprofit organizations across Santa Barbara County.

The CEPT grants program, made possible by the Hollis Norris fund and first introduced in 2021, aligns with the Santa Barbara Foundation's mission to support local environmental sustainability and accessibility.

The grants are determined through a thorough and collaborative review process involving foundation staff and community-based experts.

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