Grants & Financial Assistance

Periodically, grants and other forms of funding become available. Please review the opportunities below and feel free to reach out with questions.

State-Managed Funding Opportunities

Visit the state urban & community forestry funding application portal to view all programs currently accepting applicants.

We are currently accepting applications for the following programs:

Urban & Community Forestry Assistance

Supports projects that promote the creation, enhancement, and protection of urban and community forest ecosystems.

TAEP Community Tree Planting Grant

Supports community tree planting projects throughout Tennessee.

IRA Urban & Community Forestry Assistance Grants

Supports projects that promote the creation, enhancement, and protection of urban and community forest ecosystems in disadvantaged communities throughout Tennessee. Application period will open January 2025.

Learn more through our December 2023 webinar below:

Federal Funding Opportunities

USDA Wood Innovations Grant

Supports shovel-ready projects to install a thermally led community wood energy system OR build or expand an existing innovative wood product facility.

USDA Community Wood Grant

Offered to stimulate, expand, and support U.S. wood products and wood energy markets.