RainScapes for Congregations

RainScapes for Congregations March 3, 2020RainScapes Rewards, Demonstrations and Grants

RainScapes for CongregationsRebates for commercial/institutional:$20,000 per property – lifetime

All County property owners outside the municipalities ofRockville, Gaithersburg and Takoma Park are eligible forrebates

Congregations’ Potential Impact

• Number of Congregations with RainScapes: 31

• Number of Congregations in Montgomery Co: 519

• Potential area for RainScapes opportunities: 2,970 acres or 4.6 square miles

What can a RainScape do for your congregation?

• Gather the community• Create a welcoming atmosphere• Provide an outdoor place of worship• Heal the environment• Inspire stewardship • Celebrate creation

Examples of RainScapes and Congregations in Action

Melvin G. Berman Hebrew AcademyGrace Episcopal School Bat Mitzvah Project

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St. James Episcopal Church andBeth ShalomNeighbors inspire changeGrants and rebate projects help to make it a reality

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Colesville Methodist Church

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After the congregational project…….. See how RainScapes can help you at home!

Contact: Paul ModrellRainScapes Planner, Watershed Restoration Division

[email protected]

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Questions?