Delaware inflation reduction act urban and community forestry program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service awarded a $750,000 Project Grant under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban and Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727) to the Agriculture Delaware Department Forest Service Division. This award will fund projects to plan for, establish, manage, and protect trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources in and adjacent to cities and towns across Delaware. The grant aims to deliver ecosystem services, social, and economic benefits through urban and community forestry initiatives. The Agriculture Delaware Department Forest Service Division will serve as the primary awardee and may pass through portions of the grant funding as sub-awards to other state agencies like the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to assist with activities such as tree planting and watershed protection efforts. This multi-year grant has an ultimate completion date of August 30, 2028.