Applying for this program is an incredible chance for your business to secure funding for impactful restoration projects. With no set funding cap, you can address vital environmental needs in your community, all while enhancing the landscape around you. This program encourages collaboration, meaning you can partner with other businesses and organizations to achieve even greater results together.

The application process is straightforward, requiring your project to be sponsored by the relevant State Forester. With a focus on measurable outcomes, your project can lead to tangible improvements, making a positive impact on both the environment and your bottom line. Plus, you'll be part of a larger movement, leveraging both public and private resources to create significant change.

Don't miss out on the chance to contribute to lasting restoration efforts while benefiting your business. The deadline is September 27, so reach out to your State Forester today and start paving the way for meaningful collaboration and funding.

Type of Financing
This program offers grants specifically designed for collaborative, science-based restoration projects.

Repayment Terms & Interest Rates
Since these are grants, there are typically no repayment terms or interest rates involved. You don’t have to worry about paying the money back as long as you use it for the approved project expenses.

Eligible Expenses
Funds can be used for:

• On-the-ground restoration projects
• Collaborative initiatives that leverage additional public and private resources
• Activities reflecting priorities in the State Forest Action Plan or similar restoration strategies.

Ineligible Expenses
The funds cannot be used for general operational costs or projects that do not align with the stated objectives of landscape-scale restoration.

Fees
There are generally no fees associated with applying for or receiving these grants, but it’s always a good idea to check for any specific conditions related to your project or state.

• Location: Business must operate in one of the following 20 Northeast and Midwest States:

  • Connecticut (CT)
  • Delaware (DE)
  • Iowa (IA)
  • Illinois (IL)
  • Indiana (IN)
  • Massachusetts (MA)
  • Maryland (MD)
  • Maine (ME)
  • Michigan (MI)
  • Minnesota (MN)
  • Missouri (MO)
  • Ohio (OH)
  • New Hampshire (NH)
  • New Jersey (NJ)
  • New York (NY)
  • Pennsylvania (PA)
  • Rhode Island (RI)
  • Vermont (VT)
  • Wisconsin (WI)
  • West Virginia (WV)

• Sponsorship: All applicants (except Federally recognized tribes) must have a relevant State Forester(s) sponsor the application.

• Submission Deadline: Application narrative and budget must be submitted to the relevant State Forester(s) by September 27.

• Employee Count: No minimum or maximum number of employees required.

• Revenue: No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.

• Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.

• Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.

Disqualifications:

• Businesses are disqualified if they do not have the relevant State Forester(s) sponsor their application (unless they are federally recognized tribes).

This initiative is designed to support collaborative restoration projects for rural forest landscapes. You can receive funding for projects that lead to meaningful improvements in these important areas. The goal is to achieve measurable outcomes while leveraging resources from both public and private sectors.

You can apply for this grant to fund your project with no specific limit set on the amount. The funding can be used for any on-the-ground restoration efforts that align with state priorities for forestry management. This creates an excellent opportunity for your business to address critical environmental needs while perhaps enhancing your community's landscape.

The application must be sponsored by your relevant State Forester, and you’ll need to submit a draft by September 27. Remember that this program focuses on making a tangible impact, so your effort can not only benefit your business but also contribute positively to the environment.