Tree Canopy Enhancement Grants
The Tree Canopy Enhancement Grants support projects that expand urban tree cover in disadvantaged Massachusetts communities to improve environmental quality and public health.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates: November 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: Awards range from $20,000 to $100,000 per project; one-year funding period.
Summary: Supports tree planting projects to expand canopy coverage in disadvantaged Massachusetts communities, improving environmental quality and public health.
Key Information: Projects must take place entirely within designated burdened areas and result in new tree plantings.
Description
This grant program funds projects that increase tree canopy in disadvantaged communities across Massachusetts. Administered by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs and the Department of Conservation & Recreation, the program aims to deliver measurable environmental, public health, and energy efficiency benefits through tree planting initiatives. The focus is on environmental justice communities, with the goal of enhancing quality of life, reducing urban heat, improving air quality, and supporting climate resilience in areas facing the greatest environmental burdens.
