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Urban and Community Forestry Grant for Wood Product Utilization Projects

The Forest Service is inviting proposals for the 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service - Program Focus: - Supports projects that convert wood from urban tree management (pruning, removals, storm damage, pest/disease outbreaks) into valuable products - Emphasizes solutions to economic, health, and environmental challenges in communities - Eligible Applicants: - State, local, and tribal governments - Nonprofit organizations - Educational institutions - Community-based partners - Products/Services Sought: - Projects that create products such as lumber, slabs, furniture, flooring, biochar, or other materials from urban wood - Proposals must outline anticipated wood products and partnerships with professional or industry organizations - Unique Requirements: - Projects must align with community forestry plans - Adherence to industry-recognized safety and tree-care standards is required - Proposals should demonstrate economic, environmental, or workforce benefits, including job creation, training, or certification opportunities - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are mentioned in this opportunity

Description

The National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share grant program aims to address economic, health, and environmental challenges in communities by promoting the utilization of community tree resources. The program focuses on projects that convert wood from pruning, removals, storm events, and pest or disease outbreaks into valuable products such as lumber, furniture, or biochar, thereby supporting local economies and community resilience. Eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other community-based partners. Competitive proposals should demonstrate alignment with community forestry plans, adherence to safety and tree-care standards, and potential economic, environmental, or workforce benefits.

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