National Urban and Community Forestry Action Plan 2027-2037 RFP
ID: 355526Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Forest Service (USDA-FS)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355526

Additional Information

https://nucfac-ten-year-action-plan-grant.urbanandcommunityforests.org
Timeline
    Description

    The Forest Service is seeking proposals for the National Urban and Community Forestry Action Plan 2027-2037, aimed at coordinating and developing a comprehensive ten-year action plan for urban and community forestry. The selected organization will be responsible for assessing current urban forest resources, reviewing existing programs, and facilitating public engagement to enhance the nation's urban forestry initiatives. This opportunity is crucial for guiding future federal and state forestry efforts and ensuring sustainable urban forest management. Interested applicants, specifically private institutions of higher education, can apply for funding up to $300,000, with proposals due by September 13, 2024. For further details, contact Nancy N. Stremple at nancy.stremple@usda.gov or visit the application website at https://nucfac-ten-year-action-plan-grant.urbanandcommunityforests.org.

    Point(s) of Contact
    nancy.stremple@usda.gov
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