Urban Trees Mini Grant
Funds small-scale native tree planting projects in underserved Maryland urban areas to improve green spaces, ecological health, and community well-being as part of a statewide 5 million tree initiative.
Funder: Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted until funds are expended for the fiscal year)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per project; no matching required; projects must be completed within 12 months of award.
Summary: Supports small-scale native tree planting projects in underserved urban areas across Maryland to promote greener, healthier communities.
Key Information: Projects must occur in eligible Maryland urban underserved areas; applications must be submitted at least 8 weeks before project start.
Description
This program funds small-scale tree planting projects in urban, underserved communities throughout Maryland as part of a statewide initiative to plant 5 million native trees by 2031. The goal is to enhance access to natural resources, improve local green spaces, and foster long-term ecological health in areas that have historically lacked such resources. Eligible projects must focus on planting native trees and include a two-year maintenance plan. The program is designed to empower local organizations and community groups to connect neighborhoods to environmental benefits and improve quality of life.
