Program Development Grant
Program Development grants provide local governments with funds to build and develop their urban forestry programs. Projects tie into a yearly theme. Some past projects include tree inventory, Urban Forest Management Plan, green infrastructure work, strategic tree planting and care, and best practices paired with education.
The Request for Proposal process has been streamlined, using an online platform called Submittable.
The Request for Proposal process has been streamlined, using an online platform called Submittable.
- For first-time users, you will be prompted to set up a new user account.
- To access the Common Questions Center related to our new RFP platform, please visit the Submittable Help Center by clicking here.
- To contact the RFP project team, please click here for the steps to do so.
Application period is CLOSED. Next application cycle will be Fall of 2023.
Montana Urban Forest Innovation Grant
The goals of the Urban Forest Innovation Award include:
- Improve the condition and function of urban landscapes and green infrastructure in Montana communities.
- Tie into Montana's Forest Action Plan and address urban forestry implementation strategies.
- Promote innovative and significant projects that raise awareness through urban forestry.
Two grants are available per grant cycle totaling $15,000.
Matching funds are encouraged but not required.
Winter 2023 Application is closed. Next application cycle will be Winter of 2024.
Arbor Day Grants
For the purchase and planting of one or more trees in the celebration of Arbor Day.
- All communities are eligible for a $350 grant
- Tree City USA communities are eligible for a $850 grant
- The grant requires submission of an Arbor Day Proclamation
- Matching funds are encouraged but not required
- “Tree-centric” grants, meaning trees are the only plant materials eligible for purchase
Application period is CLOSED. Next application cycle will be late Fall of 2023.