Danielle Jackson

Atlanta -- The Georgia Recycling Coalition (GRC) has announced plans to increase recycling in the state by offering education and grant programs.

Through the programs, applicants must show how they plan to increase the amount they recycle, or must develop an innovative educational program to help increase recycling in their community. Cities, counties, schools and Keep Georgia Beautiful affiliates are eligible to apply for a total of $20,000, and approved applicants are eligible for up to $1,000 each from the GRC.

For more information, visit www.georgiarecycles.org.