Catastrophic storm grants
Forecasted
Catastrophic storm grants support Wisconsin communities’ urban tree repair, removal or replacement after catastrophic storms, addressing tree damage following a governor-declared state of emergency.
Funder: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award amounts and project duration are not specified.
Summary: Supports urban tree repair, removal or replacement in Wisconsin following catastrophic storms covered by a governor-declared state of emergency.
Key Information: The storm must be covered by a governor-declared state of emergency under s. 323.10, Wis. Stats.
Description
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Catastrophic Storm Grants support tree repair, removal or replacement within urban areas after a catastrophic storm. The program is specifically tied to storm events for which the governor has declared a state of emergency under s. 323.10, Wis. Stats. Its focus is storm-affected urban trees, rather than general storm recovery assistance.
The program serves eligible Wisconsin local governments, tribes and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. DNR also provides communities with storm-debris resources and supports current project sponsors with recordkeeping, reimbursement and reporting materials for their grant-funded work.
