Program Development Cost-Share Grant

Important grant information

As required by federal regulations, sub-recipients are required to have an audit done in accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular A-133 should they expend more than $750,000 in total of federal assistance from any funding or pass-through agency.

Project summary

Provide a brief summary of the project, what problem it will solve or benefits it will provide, and explain its purpose.  "To educate the public" is too brief. Any additional attachments that you wish to include with the one-page application are encouraged.

Volunteers

The use of volunteers, both individual citizens and organizations, is an important part of the Urban & Community Forestry (U&CF) program.

In order to qualify for education and program development funds you MUST have volunteers involved in some aspect of the project. Some examples are: tree boards, civic organizations, Scout troops, 4-H and FFA, Master Gardeners, student organizations, garden clubs, etc.

Funds

This is a 50/50 cost-share grant.  The match must equal or exceed the grant amount requested. For example, if you request $1,000 you must match the $1,000 grant request with at least $1,000 in local funds, for a total project expenditure of $2,000. Unlike the Tree Planting grant category, which requires a cash-match, the match for Program Development category can be cash, in-kind services, or a combination of both. The minimum request that can be considered is $1,000. The maximum request is $5,000.00 per project. A successful grant recipient must utilize both the funds requested as well as the local match shown on the application in order to receive the U&CF grant funds.  Any requests for payments of less than the amount applied for will not be accepted. Plan your project funding carefully.

Acknowledgements

All print or electronic documents funded by this grant must include the following acknowledgement:

“This publication was funded by a grant from the USDA Forest Service, State and Private Forestry in cooperation with the Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD). Both the USDA and WSFD are equal opportunity providers and employers.”

Sub-recipient agreement

Successful grant applicants will be required to sign a sub-recipient agreement outlining the requirements of this grant program.

Project completion

ALL FUNDED PROJECTS MUST BE COMPLETED AND PROJECT REPORT/ REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT MUST be received by September 26, 2026.

Project report / request for payment

After completion of funded projects, a REPORT/ REQUEST FOR PAYMENT form, along with color photographs (digital or physical) taken during the project and/or samples of the completed project must be submitted to the Wyoming State Forestry Division for payment.

This form will be provided to applicants who receive grant funding. Grant funds will be paid on a reimbursement basis upon receipt of this documentation.

Evaluation criteria

• How the project will have a positive environmental or economic impact on the community
• How the project improves the overall condition of the community forest
• Potential to inspire an increased level of community forest management
• Involvement of the community in the development or implementation of the project
• Development of partnerships or the leveraging of funds
• Feasibility of project budget for proposed activities
• How well the applicant has completed and maintained previous grant projects

Preference may be given to:

• Applicants who have received limited past community forestry grant funding
• Projects in communities that are currently Tree City USA certified
• Projects in communities that have a local tree board or similar organization