This $199,898 Project Grant awarded on December 31, 2024 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service under the Cooperative Forestry Assistance program (CFDA 10.664) will fund initiatives led by the non-profit organization Community Action Duluth in the Lake Superior watershed in Minnesota. The award will support a range of forest management and conservation activities, including developing genetically improved tree seeds and seedlings, producing and distributing tree seedlings for reforestation, undertaking landscape restoration projects, mitigating invasive species threats, and promoting sustainable forestry practices. The funding will also enable Community Action Duluth to offer services focused on reducing wildfire risks, improving watershed function, enhancing wildlife habitats, and advancing urban and community forestry efforts in the region. This grant represents one of many federal awards Community Action Duluth has received to provide programs and services to underserved populations in the Duluth area, including free tax preparation assistance, financial coaching, career training, transportation support, and initiatives to increase access to healthy foods and healthcare.
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