U&CF Annual Grant Program - Tree Planting or Tree Management
The U&CF Annual Grant Program funds Delaware community projects for tree planting or management to boost urban canopy, ecological health, and sustainable urban forestry practices.
Funder: Delaware Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: November 9, 2026 (Mandatory pre-application site visit request deadline) | November 30, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $500–$5,000 per project (reimbursement basis; 1:1 match required; project period through November 30, 2027)
Summary: Supports Delaware communities with grants for public tree planting or management projects to boost urban tree canopy and community well-being.
Key Information: Mandatory pre-application site visit required before submitting; only one project (planting or management) per applicant per cycle.
Description
This program, administered by the Delaware Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry Program, offers competitive grants to Delaware communities for projects that either plant new trees or manage existing urban trees on public lands or open spaces. The initiative aims to expand urban tree canopy, enhance environmental quality, and foster community engagement through sustainable forestry practices. Projects may include tree planting, professional tree inventories, pruning, or hazardous tree removal, with a focus on proper stewardship, diversity, and best management practices.
