Urban Forest Grant

Urban Forest Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: City Of Austin
Last Updated: September 16, 2025

Summary

The Urban Forest Grant, funded by the City of Austin, aims to enhance the city's urban forest through various stewardship activities. This grant supports tree planting, care, and education, addressing unique urban challenges. Eligible applicants include community groups, non-profits, and educational institutions committed to improving the urban canopy. By applying, participants invest in a healthier environment, ensuring benefits for future generations and the community at large.

Overview

The Urban Forest Grant strengthens Austin’s urban forest by funding stewardship activities like tree planting, tree care, education, and disease control projects. Why Apply? Urban trees face different challenges than their rural counterparts. In a city, trees must be cared for, pests managed, and trees planted to support a healthy canopy cover. When you apply for a grant you’re investing time and energy into your community that will benefit you and future generations.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants can include:Parent-teacher groupsAcademic and private institutionsnon-profit organizationsCommunity groupsEligible Projects: Enhance the long-term health of Austin’s urban forest Support some or all aspects of the community’s Urban Forest Vision Are located on, or benefit, civic property within Austin city limits Follow City of Austin, federal, and state regulations