Worcester County seeking grants to help reduce tobacco use

SNOW HILL, Md. – Worcester County is seeking funding to help local organizations in their efforts to help cut down on smoking and improve the health of residents in the county.

The Worcester County Health Department (WCHD) is asking community-based organizations, churches, private groups, non-profits, and businesses to submit proposals for grant funding through Cigarette Restitution Funds being offered by the Maryland Department of Health.

Projects can include public awareness, community outreach, education, recruitment and referral to tobacco cessation, advocacy, promotion of tobacco cessation among pregnant women,  and other health related activities.  According to the WCHD tobacco control may address the reduction of smoking, retailer education or environmental change strategies with a particular focus on youth, vaping and or other electronic devices.

The Health Department will host a mini-grant orientation session at their building located at 6040 Public Landing Road, Snow Hill, MD on Tuesday, August 27, at 2:00 P.M.

Applications must be returned to the health department by 4:30 P.M. on Friday, September 13th. A review team comprised of local citizens will evaluate the applications and awards ranging from $1,000 – $2,000 will be made after Thursday, October 24th. For more information or to request an application packet, contact the Worcester County Health Department Prevention Services at 410-632-0056.