Openlands
Chicago, IL Forestry
- UEI
- HN4MBH3QRYA9
- CAGE
- 4RDR4
- SAM.gov registration
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Company facts
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Tax Exempt)
- Other NAICS codes in SAM.gov
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 25 E Washington St #1650, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
- Website
- openlands.org
- Founded
- 1963
- Employees
- 11-50
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Consumer Discretionary
- Consumer Services
- Diversified Consumer Services
- Specialized Consumer Services
- SIC code
- 86 Membership Organizations
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Contract awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water trail signs | Midwest Region (NPS) | $8,360 | |
| Challenge cost share program - water trail signage | Midwest Region (NPS) | $2,000 |
Grant awards
Latest 5 listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Grant subawards
| Prime recipient | Prime award | Amount | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Department Commerce & Economic Opportunity | 25A55AY000133 | $151,035 | |
| Illinois Department Commerce & Economic Opportunity | 25A55AW000143 | $101,821 | |
| Illinois Department Commerce & Economic Opportunity | 25A55AT000139 | $97,144 | |
| The Morton Arboretum | 24DG11094200282 | $75,000 | |
| National Fish And Wildlife Foundation | F24AC02958 | $200,077 |
Latest 5 listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
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About the company
Openlands is a non-profit organization based in Chicago, Illinois, registered in SAM.gov since 2007, with a primary focus on environmental conservation, urban forestry, and ecological restoration. As a corporate entity with tax-exempt status, the organization has established itself as a key partner in federal grant initiatives, particularly in the areas of conservation, environmental education, and urban ecosystem management. The organization works closely with various federal agencies to implement critical environmental projects, leveraging its expertise in habitat restoration, tree planting, and community engagement to advance environmental stewardship goals.
Through its federal grant awards, Openlands has consistently demonstrated its capacity to execute complex environmental conservation projects across multiple domains. The organization has received significant project grants from agencies such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and U.S. Department of Interior Fish and Wildlife Service, totaling millions of dollars in funding. These grants have supported initiatives including the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, urban forestry equity programs, and environmental education projects. Key deliverables have encompassed tree planting in urban and rural settings, wildlife habitat restoration, wetland recovery, invasive species management, and community education programs. Notable projects include expanding urban tree canopies in underserved Chicago communities, restoring ecosystems at the Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge, and implementing environmental education programs that train educators and engage students in hands-on conservation activities. Openlands has also worked as a sub-awardee with organizations like Greenlativos and Ducks Unlimited, demonstrating its collaborative approach to environmental conservation.
Quick answers
Is Openlands registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Openlands's SAM.gov registration is active through October 29, 2026.
What is Openlands's most recent federal award?
Openlands's most recent federal grant award is This agreement is for the outreach, training, and education associated with the conservation of migratory birds (25CA11132762190), from Acquisitions (WO), on September 11, 2025.
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See Openlands's full federal record
- Federal contract awards
- Federal grant awards
- Funding analysis by agency, NAICS and set-aside
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