Event & Programming Partnerships Grants

The Event & Programming Partnerships Grants aim to foster collaboration between the Forest Preserves of Cook County and local individuals and organizations. This initiative seeks to enhance public engagement through educational programs and outdoor recreation, inspiring stewardship of natural areas. Eligible applicants include Cook County residents and groups committed to promoting awareness and appreciation for the environment. Successful proposals will receive guidance and support to facilitate impactful community experiences.

NOTE: If your pre-proposal is selected, a formal proposal application will be provided. You should expect an initial response back from the Forest Preserves within two weeks. The initial response is the beginning of a conversation about your idea.
About the Conservation & Experiential Programming Department
To achieve its mission, the CEP Department provides public programming and community engagement for the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Public programming focuses on education and outdoor recreation opportunities for people to learn about and enjoy the forest preserves. Community engagement focuses on developing relationships with residents to connect them to the Forest Preserves and to energize their active use, stewardship, and advocacy of and for the preserves.
The Forest Preserves of Cook County
The Forest Preserves of Cook County is seeking proposals from Cook County individuals and organizations to partner with the Conservation & Experiential Programming (CEP) Department to provide public programs that educate and activate the public to become lovers, users, stewards and advocates of and for the Forest Preserves of Cook County.

Eligibility

Cook County individuals and organizations.