Urban and community forestry united states virgin islands forest action plan capacity building initiative

This Project Grant award of $110,500.00, made on January 7, 2025 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service under the Cooperative Forestry Assistance (CFDA 10.664) program, supports the U.S. Virgin Islands Forest Action Plan Capacity Building Initiative. The award will fund the Executive Office of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands, through its Department of Agriculture, to undertake comprehensive forest management, conservation, and restoration activities across non-federal lands in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Key initiatives include developing improved tree seeds and seedlings, promoting sustainable forestry practices, protecting forest health, mitigating wildfire risks, and enhancing urban and community forestry. The award has a performance period through September 30, 2027 and aligns with the program's objectives to assist state forestry agencies, local governments, non-profits, and private landowners in advancing forest resource management and conservation.