Grant Applications

Project Canopy encourages communities to develop project proposals that support sustainable community forestry management, increase awareness of the benefits of trees and forests, and increase the health and livability of communities through sound tree planting and maintenance. Project Canopy announces the availability of grants to local municipal units of government, educational institutions and non-profit organizations that support community efforts to develop and maintain long-term community forestry programs. Full details are below. If you have questions call the Maine Forest Service at: 207-287-2791 or the Project Canopy office at: 207-287-4987.

Planting Grants:

• 2023 Planting Grant Guidelines (PDF)
• 2023 Planting Grant Application (PDF) Note: This is a fillable form and should be saved onto you computer first before entering information

Planning Grants:

• 2023 Planning Grant Guidelines (PDF)
• 2023 Planning Grant Application (PDF) Note: This is a fillable form and should be saved onto you computer first before entering information