The grant could provide up to $300,000.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service will support projects in the Great Lakes basin that implement the following strategic, priority actions: Mitigate Forest Insect and Disease Impacts-Implement targeted reforestation and forest protection actions to minimize invasive forest insect and disease impacts on watersheds. Reduce Runoff from Degraded Sites through Green Infrastructure - Capture or treat stormwater runoff by planting trees and other vegetation as an integral component of green infrastructure. Restore and Connect Coastal and Riparian Forest Habitats- Protect, restore, and enhance high-quality coastal zone and connecting riparian ecosystems where trees are an important component. The minimum and maximum Federal funding requests vary depending on program area, with an overall range of $50,000 to $300,000. An informational webinar is will be scheduled for September 5th, at 1pm Central. Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 295 621 790 749 Passcode: a3wsjN Download Teams Join on the web Or call in (audio only) +1 202-650-0123,,416160517# United States, Washington DC Phone Conference ID: 416 160 517#