Apply for 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program

2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program is a Forest Service grant providing between $200,000 and $750,000. Applications are due 2026-10-12 (open).

How to apply for 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program from Forest Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Forest Service before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program?

2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program is offered by Forest Service and is generally open to school district, municipality, tribal government, nonprofit, university. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program provide?

2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program provides between $200K and $750K per award from Forest Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program deadline?

Applications for 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program are due 2026-10-12 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Forest Service, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program?

To apply for 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Forest Service.