The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is now accepting applications for funding to help communities expand tree canopy cover and strengthen urban ecosystems across the state.
Donor Name: Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry
State: Tennessee
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants | Reimbursement
Deadline: 09/30/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Through the Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) Community Tree Planting Program, organizations can receive state-funded support to cover costs such as purchasing and shipping of trees, professional planting services, mulch, irrigation tools, tree labels, and signage.
The goal of TAEP community tree planting grant is to increase the tree resource base in communities throughout Tennessee. Trees provide a multitude of benefits to communities including energy savings, heat reduction, storm water mitigation, air quality improvement, provision of food and habitat for wildlife, and positive impacts to human health and well-being. Therefore, the primary purpose of this funding is not beautification.
Funding Information
- Grant awards range from $500 to $20,000.
- This is a matching grant.
Eligible Expenses
Eligible expenses for reimbursement include the cost and shipping of trees; contracted planting; mulch; irrigation devices; tree labels; and signage.
Eligibility Criteria
- Communities/local units of government
- Non-profit organizations
- Elementary, secondary and higher education institutions.
For more information, visit TDF.
