This program offers up to $300,000 in grant funding, allowing your business to develop the next ten-year action plan for urban and community forestry. With the grant structure, you won’t need to pay back this money, making it a fantastic opportunity for you to enhance your business while driving meaningful change in your community. Your project can directly assess urban forest resources, identify pressing issues, and foster collaborative efforts to strengthen urban forestry initiatives across the nation.

By participating, you position your business as a leader in sustainable practices that promote a healthier environment. It’s an opportunity to align your business goals with community needs and environmental objectives. You’ll not only gain financial support but also join a vast network of organizations aiming to make a positive impact. The ease of qualifying—with no minimum revenue or employee requirements—makes this an attainable venture for any business ready to contribute to urban forestry. Apply by September 13, 2024, and complete your project by January 30, 2026, to take advantage of this chance.

This program offers grant funding, which means you do not need to repay the money as long as you meet the project requirements.

Funding Amount and Terms:

• The maximum grant amount is $300,000.
• The funds should be allocated according to the project's proposal, which is subject to approval.
• Proposals must be submitted by September 13, 2024, and the project itself needs to be completed by January 30, 2026.

Eligible Expenses:

• You can use the funds for activities related to developing the National Urban and Community Forestry Ten-Year Action Plan. This includes assessments, reviews, public engagement, and research on urban forest resources.

Ineligible Expenses:

• The funding cannot be used for personal expenses or projects outside the scope of developing the action plan.

Fees:

• There are no application fees or hidden costs associated with this grant program. However, make sure to adhere strictly to the project guidelines to avoid complications.

• Location: Available across the country.
• Sectors: Open to all sectors.
• Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.
• Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.
• Employees: No minimum or maximum number of employees required.
• Revenue: No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.

Disqualifications: None specified.

You can receive up to $300,000 in funding to support your business in developing the next ten-year action plan for urban and community forestry. This money can be used to assess current urban forest resources, identify emerging issues, and help coordinate collaborative efforts to improve urban and community forestry across the nation.

The funding is structured as a grant, meaning it does not need to be paid back. Your project must be completed by January 30, 2026, and you will need to submit your proposal by September 13, 2024. This is a great chance to make a positive impact in your community while also receiving financial support to grow your business.

This program encourages you to be part of a larger initiative that can enhance the environment, support local communities, and create a healthier urban landscape. Engaging in this action plan allows you not only to secure valuable funding but also to position your business at the forefront of urban forestry initiatives.