The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service awarded a $5,000,000 Project Grant to the City Parks Foundation, operating as Central Parks Summerstage, under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727). The grant, awarded on June 12, 2024, aims to transform public green spaces in Central Queens, New York, by expanding tree canopy and community programming, aligning with environmental justice initiatives and urban forestry goals. Funded activities will include tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach to increase tree canopy cover in the underserved Central Queens area. This grant supports the City Parks Foundation's mission of enriching public spaces and promoting arts accessibility through its Summerstage festival series, which offers free multidisciplinary performances and community engagement activities.
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