Sustainability forest and human health thru green love

This $1,500,000 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service's Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727) supports the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands, Inc. in delivering a range of urban forestry and sustainability initiatives in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The key products and services to be provided include tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach to increase urban tree canopy and improve environmental conditions. The award period runs from August 2024 through March 2029, with a focus on advancing environmental justice in underserved communities and aligning with the Justice40 Initiative's goals. The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands, Inc. is a non-profit organization that has secured multiple significant federal grants to promote community development, cultural enrichment, and sustainable initiatives across the U.S. Virgin Islands.