Parks and Parkways Tree Planting Grant

Parks and Parkways Tree Planting Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Greater New Orleans Foundation
Amount: Approximately US $20,000
Last Updated: May 08, 2025

Summary

The Parks and Parkways Tree Planting Grant supports non-profit partners in New Orleans to plant trees on public properties, aiming to restore the urban forest with 40,000 new trees by 2030. Funded by a one-time allocation from the City Council, eligible tax-exempt organizations can utilize this grant for tree planting and related expenses. Priority is given to organizations demonstrating strong leadership, good fiscal management, and a commitment to community equity.

Overview

Parks and Parkways Tree Planting Grant Support for non-profit partners to aid Parks & Parkways in their citywide tree planting projects. These projects will help the City reach its goal of restoring and expanding New Orleans' urban forest with 40,000 new trees planted by 2030. The Department of Parks & Parkways, through a one-time allocation from City Council, is providing funding to assist nonprofit partners in Orleans Parish in planting trees on public property in the City of New Orleans. This award will provide support for nonprofit partners to aid Parks & Parkways in their citywide tree planting projects and will help the City reach its goal of restoring and expanding New Orleans urban forest with 40,000 new trees planted by 2030. Awarded funds may be used for tree planting, supplies, and planting related expenses.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Tax-exempt nonprofit organizations located in Orleans Parish are eligible to apply.

Ineligibility

Awards may not be used for general operating support, fundraising, or lobbying activities.