The 1890 Universities Foundation received a $35,000,000 Cooperative Agreement award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727). This five-year project, commencing on February 15, 2024, aims to address historical health disparities and environmental justice issues through urban forestry initiatives at 1890 land-grant universities. Key activities include tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach to increase tree canopy cover in disadvantaged communities. The 1890 Universities Foundation, a non-profit organization supporting the 1890 land-grant university system, will serve as the prime recipient and provide administrative support, program management, and specialized services to advance these efforts across the 1890 land-grant university network.
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