Forest Service

Description

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service will support projects in the Great Lakes basin that implement the following strategic, priority actions: mitigate or control invasive forest insect and disease impacts; plant trees and other vegetation as an integral component of green infrastructure; restore and connect coastal wetland systems through healthy tree cover; and restore resilient riparian forests. The minimum and maximum Federal funding requests vary depending on program area, with an overall range of $50,000 to $300,000. A 20% non-Federal cost share of the total program cost is required. Prospective applicants are encouraged to use the "Subscribe" button at the top of this grant opportunity page to receive communications about any updates or changes to this grant opportunity.

Who can apply

• State governments
• County governments
• City or township governments
• Special district governments
• Independent school districts
• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
• Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
• Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Private institutions of higher education

Contact

Sheela Johnson <br/>Natural Resource Specialist <br/>Phone 224-999-1997
sheela.johnson@usda.gov