MAP provides mini-grants to its members for a number of training and educational activities which promote public education and professional development in the areas of land use planning and community development.  Funds are provided in the following program categories:

Regional Workshop Program Funding - Members are encouraged to gather with others in their MAP District or a neighboring district (including planning board members, county commissioners, city council members, public and private land managers, real estate professionals, etc.) to pursue specialized training, address issues of common concern and to network.  $250 is available per district.

Local Information Sessions - MAP encourages planners at the local level to hold informational sessions for persons in their communities who have a stake in land use issues including real estate professionals, builders, local government officials, title companies, and surveyors.  MAP will provide up to $50 to purchase refreshments and printed materials for these worthwhile local endeavors.

MAP Mentoring Program - MAP will help defray the expenses of mentoring activities.  Persons interested in participating in the Mentoring Program (as mentors of "mentorees") should contact the MAP Board of Directors.  Up to $250 is available for mentoring activities.

For more information, please download a MAP mini-grant application (PDF file or MS Word file)