[Greater New Orleans Foundation](https://www.gnof.org)

May 2026 (application deadline, projected)

$207,000 total available; average grant size ~$20,000; awards may be larger or smaller

Supports Orleans Parish nonprofits in planting trees on public property to help restore New Orleans' urban forest and reach the city's goal of 40,000 new trees by 2030.

Forecasted opportunity—dates and details may shift; check program page for updates.

--- ## Description This grant provides funding to tax-exempt nonprofit organizations in Orleans Parish to partner with the Department of Parks & Parkways for tree planting projects on public property throughout New Orleans. The initiative is a key part of the city's effort to restore and expand its urban forest, aiming to plant 40,000 new trees by 2030. Grants support the purchase of trees, supplies, and related expenses, and are intended for organizations demonstrating strong leadership, fiscal responsibility, community involvement, and a commitment to equity and community health. --- ## Due Dates - May 2026 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Total available for this cycle: $207,000 - Average grant size: approximately $20,000 (awards may be larger or smaller) - Funds must be expended by the end of the grant period (typically within the following year) --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be tax-exempt nonprofit organizations located in Orleans Parish. - Organizations must have successfully completed planting and reporting for any previous tree planting grants from this program. - Grants are for tree planting, supplies, and related expenses only; funds may not be used for general operating support, fundraising, or lobbying. **Priority is given to organizations that:** - Demonstrate strong leadership at staff and board levels - Show good fiscal management and organizational capacity - Have a track record of successful tree planting - Engage community members as leaders/advisors - Commit to equity for high-need communities - Contribute to the health and vibrancy of the communities they serve --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the Foundation’s [online portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Common/LogOn.aspx?eqs=3QVk173peTkdf68KZmYgsg2). - Organizations new to the portal must create a profile; returning applicants can log in with existing credentials. - The application requires a proposal and supporting materials. - A [tutorial for applicants](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4479853059991) is available for guidance on using the portal. --- ## Additional Information - Applications are reviewed by a committee led by the Foundation. - Grantees are required to submit interim and final programmatic and financial reports. - Awardees must use the Department of Parks & Parkways' Tree Collector Application to track all planted trees. - Awards cannot be used for general operating, fundraising, or lobbying. - For further guidance or questions, contact grants@nocsf.org. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Parks and Parkways Tree Planting Grant](https://www.gnof.org/program/parks-and-parkways/) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Common/LogOn.aspx?eqs=3QVk173peTkdf68KZmYgsg2) - [Applicant Tutorial (Foundant)](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4479853059991) - [Greater New Orleans Foundation Grants Overview](https://www.gnof.org/nonprofits/grants/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [grants@nocsf.org](mailto:grants@nocsf.org) | | Foundation main line | 504-598-4663 | | Foundation contact page | [Contact Us](https://www.gnof.org/contact-us/) |

Parks and Parkways Tree Planting Grant

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