All Earth EcoTours has been selected as one of five recipients of the Garrett County Equitable Community Benefit Grants, receiving funding to advance outdoor recreation, environmental education, and ecotourism initiatives throughout the region.
The grant program, developed in collaboration with local community advisors, Pivot Energy, and the Sustain Our Future Foundation, is designed to ensure that the construction of a new solar energy project delivers meaningful and lasting benefits to Garrett County communities. Grants totaling $400,000 are being distributed to organizations driving positive local impact.
"We are honored to be selected for this grant," said Carol Calhoun, Owner/Operator of All Earth EcoTours. "This funding will enable us to deepen our commitment to promoting outdoor recreation and environmental education while supporting both community wellbeing and economic development in Garrett County."
As a local social enterprise, All Earth EcoTours focuses on cultivating connections between residents and visitors and Garrett County's natural landscapes through guided ecotourism experiences and educational programming. The grant will support expanded programming that encourages sustainable tourism practices while fostering environmental stewardship.
The Garrett County Equitable Community Benefit Grants support a diverse range of initiatives, including home weatherization, flood mitigation, renewable energy workforce development, community composting, and outdoor education. Other grant recipients include Garrett County Community Action Committee, Garrett Soil Conservation District, scholarships for Garrett College's Wind Turbine Technician Program, and Clean Compost, LLC.
"These grants represent our shared commitment to ensuring renewable energy development creates real, tangible benefits for the communities that host these projects," said Yinka N. Bode-George, Founder, President, and CEO of Sustain Our Future Foundation.
Grant funds have been processed and distributed this week, enabling recipients to begin implementing their programs immediately.
For more information about All Earth EcoTours, visit www.allearthtours.com or contact Carol McMahon Calhoun at the information below.
About All Earth EcoTours:
All Earth EcoTours is a Garrett County-based social enterprise dedicated to promoting outdoor recreation, environmental education, and sustainable ecotourism. Through guided experiences and educational programming, All Earth EcoTours helps residents and visitors develop deeper connections to the region's natural landscapes while supporting community wellbeing and local economic development.
About Sustain Our Future Foundation:
Sustain Our Future Foundation partners with communities to create equitable pathways to clean energy and environmental sustainability. For more information, visit www.sustainourfuture.org.
Media Contact:
Carol McMahon Calhoun
PH: (301) 746-4083
Email: carol@allearthtours.com
