Anne Arundel County Community Tree Planting Mini Grant Program
The Anne Arundel County Community Tree Planting Mini Grant Program funds community-led native tree planting and invasive species removal to improve local ecosystems, supported by the Chesapeake Bay Trust.
Funder: Chesapeake Bay Trust
Due Dates: Rolling until funds are expended | Suggested: October 15 (Fall/Winter plantings) | January 31 (Earth Day plantings) | February 15 (Spring plantings)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per project (Anne Arundel County) | Up to $9,999 per project (City of Annapolis); annual pool: $36,000 (county), $47,500 (Annapolis)
Summary: Supports community-based tree planting and invasive species removal projects to enhance tree canopy and environmental health in Anne Arundel County, MD.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted at least 8 weeks before project start; only projects in Anne Arundel County and Annapolis are eligible.
Description
The Anne Arundel County Community Tree Planting Mini Grant Program funds grassroots projects that expand tree canopy, remove invasive species, and foster environmental stewardship in Anne Arundel County and the City of Annapolis. The program aims to improve air and water quality, support local streams and rivers, and enhance the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem through community-driven restoration efforts. Eligible projects must focus on native tree planting and/or invasive species removal, and applicants are encouraged to include educational or outreach components.
