Inflation reduction act collective urban forestry stewardship in chicago

This $1,000,000 federal Project Grant award, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727), supports comprehensive urban forestry initiatives in Chicago led by the non-profit organization Urban Growers Collective Inc. The grant funding will be used to plan, establish, manage, and protect trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources in the city, with the goal of providing ecosystem services, social benefits, and economic advantages to the urban community. The project aims to advance environmental justice in underserved areas by focusing on tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach to increase the urban tree canopy and improve environmental conditions. The grant has an award date of September 9, 2024, and a targeted completion date of July 15, 2029.