Inflation reduction act urban and community forestry expansion in mississippi

This $1,512,500 federal Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727) will fund comprehensive urban forestry initiatives in Mississippi. The primary activities include planning, establishing, managing, and protecting trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources in cities and towns across the state. Key objectives are to provide ecosystem services, social benefits, and economic advantages to urban and community settings, with a particular emphasis on advancing environmental justice in underserved areas. Specific project components may include tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach to increase tree canopy cover and improve community environmental conditions. The grant was awarded on April 18, 2024 to the non-profit organization 2Cmississippi: Towards Sustainable, Educated And Empowered Mississippi, which has demonstrated expertise in implementing similar environmental justice and community resilience projects through prior federal funding.