The Department of Forests, Parks & Recreation Vermont was awarded a $750,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Forest Service's "Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program" (CFDA 10.727) on September 25, 2023. The grant will fund projects to plan, establish, manage, and protect trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources in and adjacent to cities and towns across Vermont over the award period ending June 30, 2028. The program aims to advance environmental justice by supporting urban and community forestry initiatives that provide ecosystem services, social, and economic benefits, particularly in underserved communities. As part of this award, the Department of Forests, Parks & Recreation Vermont may make sub-awards to eligible organizations such as nonprofits, tribal groups, and educational institutions to help carry out local tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, and educational outreach projects.
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