The City of Indianapolis received a $12,000,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727). The funding supports a comprehensive urban forestry initiative focused on planning, establishing, managing, and protecting trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources across the city. Key activities include tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach to increase the city's tree canopy cover and improve environmental conditions, particularly in underserved areas. The grant, awarded on August 22, 2024, has a performance period ending on June 14, 2029.
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