The U.S. Forest Service awarded a $200,000 Project Grant under the Cooperative Forestry Assistance program (CFDA 10.664) to the Openlands Forestry Division, a non-profit organization based in Illinois. The grant, titled "GREAT LAKES RESTORATION INITIATIVE PROTECTING SUSTAINING AND GROWING TREE CANOPY WITH SCHOOL COMMUNITIES", is intended to fund environmental conservation, education, and restoration efforts focused on increasing tree canopy cover, improving wildlife habitats, and engaging school communities in the Chicago area and broader Illinois region. Through this grant, Openlands will provide services such as environmental education, habitat restoration, tree planting, and urban forestry initiatives to connect people to nature and foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for the natural environment. The award period runs from January 2024 to August 2026.
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