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2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program

Opportunity ID: 361315

General Information

Funding Opportunity Number USDA-FS-UCF-01-2026
Funding Opportunity Title 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program
Agency Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Document Type synopsis
Version 9
Opportunity Category Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation Not specified
Funding Instrument Type Grant
Category of Funding Activity Community Development; Disaster Prevention and Relief; Environment; Natural Resources
Category Explanation Not specified
Expected Number of Awards 5
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement Yes
Posted Date Aug 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Last Updated Date Aug 13, 2026 11:25:57 AM EDT
Original Closing Date Oct 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Original Closing Date Notes Not specified
Current Closing Date Oct 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Current Closing Date Notes Not specified
Estimated Synopsis Date Not specified
Estimated Application Due Date Not specified
Estimated Award Date Not specified
Estimated Project Start Date Not specified
Archive Date Not specified
Estimated Total Program Funding 1,000,000
Award Ceiling 750,000
Award Floor 200,000

Assistance Listings

  • 10.675 — Urban and Community Forestry Program
  • —

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; State governments; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; City or township governments; County governments; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Special district governments; Independent school districts; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

Description

The intent of the National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share grant program is to advance solutions to the economic, health, and environmental challenges faced by communities. This year’s program focuses on advancing community tree resource utilization, which can reduce waste and create value by turning wood generated from pruning, removals, storm events, and pest or disease outbreaks into useful products. These products may include lumber, slabs, furniture, flooring, biochar, or other materials that strengthen local economies, reduce disposal costs, and improve community resilience.

The program seeks practical, creative, and replicable projects that help communities establish or expand wood‑utilization efforts. Competitive proposals will demonstrate how the project supports existing community forestry plans, applies industry‑recognized safety and tree‑care standards, and delivers clear economic, environmental, or workforce benefits. Projects should outline anticipated wood products, partnerships with professional or industry organizations, and opportunities for job creation, training, or certification.

This program is intended for communities and their partners seeking to improve the management and use of their urban and community forests. Eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other community‑based partners.

Projects must conform to laws and authorities in Section 9 of the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act ([16 U.S.C. 2105] Urban and Community Forestry Assistance) as amended.

Additional Information

Contact Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Contact Information Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Phone 202-205-7829
Email nancy.stremple@usda.gov
Email Description Nancy Stremple
Phone 202-205-7829

National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council information

Version History

Version history

Opp hist id / Opportunity id 361315
Opp hist id / Revision 1
Opportunity id 361315
Revision 1
Opportunity number USDA-FS-UCF-01-2026
Opportunity title 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program
Owning agency code USDA-FS
Opportunity category / Category D
Opportunity category / Description Discretionary
Synopsis / Id / Opportunity id 361315
Synopsis / Id / Revision 1
Synopsis / Opportunity id 361315
Synopsis / Revision 1
Synopsis / Version 8
Synopsis / Agency code USDA-FS
Synopsis / Agency address desc Nancy Stremple
Synopsis / Agency details / Code FS
Synopsis / Agency details / Seed USDA-FS
Synopsis / Agency details / Agency name Forest Service
Synopsis / Agency details / Agency code USDA-FS
Synopsis / Agency details / Top agency code USDA
Synopsis / Agency contact phone 202-205-7829
Synopsis / Agency contact name Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Synopsis / Agency contact desc Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Phone 202-205-7829
Synopsis / Agency contact email nancy.stremple@usda.gov
Synopsis / Agency contact email desc Nancy Stremple
Synopsis / Synopsis desc The intent of the National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share grant program is to advance solutions to the economic, health, and environmental challenges faced by communities. This year’s program focuses on advancing community tree resource utilization, which can reduce waste and create value by turning wood generated from pruning, removals, storm events, and pest or disease outbreaks into useful products. These products may include lumber, slabs, furniture, flooring, biochar, or other materials that strengthen local economies, reduce disposal costs, and improve community resilience.

The program seeks practical, creative, and replicable projects that help communities establish or expand wood‑utilization efforts. Competitive proposals will demonstrate how the project supports existing community forestry plans, applies industry‑recognized safety and tree‑care standards, and delivers clear economic, environmental, or workforce benefits. Projects should outline anticipated wood products, partnerships with professional or industry organizations, and opportunities for job creation, training, or certification.

This program is intended for communities and their partners seeking to improve the management and use of their urban and community forests. Eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other community‑based partners.

Projects must conform to laws and authorities in Section 9 of the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act ([16 U.S.C. 2103d] Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program) as amended.

Synopsis / Response date Oct 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Synopsis / Response date desc Not specified
Synopsis / Funding desc link url https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/urban-forests/ucf
Synopsis / Funding desc link desc National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council information
Synopsis / Posting date Aug 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Synopsis / Cost sharing Yes
Synopsis / Number of awards 5
Synopsis / Estimated funding 1000000
Synopsis / Estimated funding formatted 1,000,000
Synopsis / Award ceiling 750000
Synopsis / Award ceiling formatted 750,000
Synopsis / Award floor 200000
Synopsis / Award floor formatted 200,000
Synopsis / Applicant eligibility desc Not specified
Synopsis / Create time stamp Aug 13, 2026 11:21:02 AM EDT
Synopsis / Mod comments Included conform to laws and authorities : Projects must conform to laws and authorities in Section 7A of the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act ([16 U.S.C. 2103d] Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program) as amended.
Synopsis / Action type U
Synopsis / Action date Aug 13, 2026 11:25:57 AM EDT
Synopsis / Created date Feb 18, 2026 12:03:08 PM EST
Synopsis / Last updated date Aug 13, 2026 11:21:02 AM EDT
Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Id 07
Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Description Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Synopsis / Applicant types 2 / Id 01
Synopsis / Applicant types 2 / Description County governments
Synopsis / Applicant types 3 / Id 05
Synopsis / Applicant types 3 / Description Independent school districts
Synopsis / Applicant types 4 / Id 00
Synopsis / Applicant types 4 / Description State governments
Synopsis / Applicant types 5 / Id 02
Synopsis / Applicant types 5 / Description City or township governments
Synopsis / Applicant types 6 / Id 06
Synopsis / Applicant types 6 / Description Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Synopsis / Applicant types 7 / Id 04
Synopsis / Applicant types 7 / Description Special district governments
Synopsis / Applicant types 8 / Id 08
Synopsis / Applicant types 8 / Description Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Synopsis / Applicant types 9 / Id 12
Synopsis / Applicant types 9 / Description Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Id G
Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Description Grant
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Id CD
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Description Community Development
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 2 / Id DPR
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 2 / Description Disaster Prevention and Relief
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 3 / Id ENV
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 3 / Description Environment
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 4 / Id NR
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 4 / Description Natural Resources
Synopsis / Response date str 2026-10-12-00-00-00
Synopsis / Posting date str 2026-08-12-00-00-00
Synopsis / Create time stamp str 2026-08-13-11-21-02
Cfdas 1 / Id 431986
Cfdas 1 / Opportunity id 361315
Cfdas 1 / Revision 1
Cfdas 1 / Cfda number 10.675
Cfdas 1 / Program title Urban and Community Forestry Program
Cfdas 2 / Id 434984
Cfdas 2 / Opportunity id 361315
Cfdas 2 / Revision 1
Synopsis modified fields Not specified
Forecast modified fields Not specified

Attachment changes

Id / Opportunity id 361315
Id / Att type D
Id / Created date Aug 12, 2026 12:59:35 PM EDT
Id / Att type desc Related Documents
Id / Comments date Aug 12, 2026
Change comments Added NOFO to the Related Document List so it is easier to locate.

Synopsis changes

revision

version

synopsisDesc

Id 361315
Revision 2
Opportunity number USDA-FS-UCF-01-2026
Opportunity title 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program
Owning agency code USDA-FS
Opportunity category / Category D
Opportunity category / Description Discretionary
Synopsis / Opportunity id 361315
Synopsis / Version 9
Synopsis / Agency code USDA-FS
Synopsis / Agency name Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Synopsis / Agency phone 202-205-7829
Synopsis / Agency address desc Nancy Stremple
Synopsis / Agency details / Code FS
Synopsis / Agency details / Seed USDA-FS
Synopsis / Agency details / Agency name Forest Service
Synopsis / Agency details / Agency code USDA-FS
Synopsis / Agency details / Top agency code USDA
Synopsis / Top agency details / Code USDA
Synopsis / Top agency details / Seed USDA
Synopsis / Top agency details / Agency name Department of Agriculture
Synopsis / Top agency details / Agency code USDA
Synopsis / Top agency details / Top agency code USDA
Synopsis / Agency contact phone 202-205-7829
Synopsis / Agency contact name Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Synopsis / Agency contact desc Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Phone 202-205-7829
Synopsis / Agency contact email nancy.stremple@usda.gov
Synopsis / Agency contact email desc Nancy Stremple
Synopsis / Synopsis desc The intent of the National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share grant program is to advance solutions to the economic, health, and environmental challenges faced by communities. This year’s program focuses on advancing community tree resource utilization, which can reduce waste and create value by turning wood generated from pruning, removals, storm events, and pest or disease outbreaks into useful products. These products may include lumber, slabs, furniture, flooring, biochar, or other materials that strengthen local economies, reduce disposal costs, and improve community resilience.

The program seeks practical, creative, and replicable projects that help communities establish or expand wood‑utilization efforts. Competitive proposals will demonstrate how the project supports existing community forestry plans, applies industry‑recognized safety and tree‑care standards, and delivers clear economic, environmental, or workforce benefits. Projects should outline anticipated wood products, partnerships with professional or industry organizations, and opportunities for job creation, training, or certification.

This program is intended for communities and their partners seeking to improve the management and use of their urban and community forests. Eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other community‑based partners.

Projects must conform to laws and authorities in Section 9 of the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act ([16 U.S.C. 2105] Urban and Community Forestry Assistance) as amended.

Synopsis / Response date Oct 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Synopsis / Response date desc Not specified
Synopsis / Funding desc link url https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/urban-forests/ucf
Synopsis / Funding desc link desc National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council information
Synopsis / Posting date Aug 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Synopsis / Cost sharing Yes
Synopsis / Number of awards 5
Synopsis / Estimated funding 1000000
Synopsis / Estimated funding formatted 1,000,000
Synopsis / Award ceiling 750000
Synopsis / Award ceiling formatted 750,000
Synopsis / Award floor 200000
Synopsis / Award floor formatted 200,000
Synopsis / Applicant eligibility desc Not specified
Synopsis / Create time stamp Aug 13, 2026 11:25:57 AM EDT
Synopsis / Mod comments Corrected Projects must conform to laws and authorities in Section 9 of the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act ([16 U.S.C. 2105] Urban and Community Forestry Assistance) as amended.
Synopsis / Created date Feb 18, 2026 12:03:08 PM EST
Synopsis / Last updated date Aug 13, 2026 11:25:57 AM EDT
Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Id 08
Synopsis / Applicant types 1 / Description Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Synopsis / Applicant types 2 / Id 00
Synopsis / Applicant types 2 / Description State governments
Synopsis / Applicant types 3 / Id 06
Synopsis / Applicant types 3 / Description Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Synopsis / Applicant types 4 / Id 02
Synopsis / Applicant types 4 / Description City or township governments
Synopsis / Applicant types 5 / Id 01
Synopsis / Applicant types 5 / Description County governments
Synopsis / Applicant types 6 / Id 07
Synopsis / Applicant types 6 / Description Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Synopsis / Applicant types 7 / Id 04
Synopsis / Applicant types 7 / Description Special district governments
Synopsis / Applicant types 8 / Id 05
Synopsis / Applicant types 8 / Description Independent school districts
Synopsis / Applicant types 9 / Id 12
Synopsis / Applicant types 9 / Description Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Id G
Synopsis / Funding instruments 1 / Description Grant
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Id CD
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 1 / Description Community Development
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 2 / Id DPR
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 2 / Description Disaster Prevention and Relief
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 3 / Id ENV
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 3 / Description Environment
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 4 / Id NR
Synopsis / Funding activity categories 4 / Description Natural Resources
Synopsis / Response date str 2026-10-12-00-00-00
Synopsis / Posting date str 2026-08-12-00-00-00
Synopsis / Create time stamp str 2026-08-13-11-25-57
Agency details / Code FS
Agency details / Seed USDA-FS
Agency details / Agency name Forest Service
Agency details / Agency code USDA-FS
Agency details / Top agency code USDA
Top agency details / Code USDA
Top agency details / Seed USDA
Top agency details / Agency name Department of Agriculture
Top agency details / Agency code USDA
Top agency details / Top agency code USDA
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Id 81073
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Opportunity id 361315
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Folder type Full Announcement
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Folder name Community Tree Resource Util.
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Zip lob size 508748
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Created date Aug 12, 2026 12:55:06 PM EDT
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Last updated date Aug 12, 2026 12:57:48 PM EDT
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Id 354542
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Opportunity id 361315
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Mime type application/pdf
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Synopsis attachments 1 / File name NOFO UCF_Challenge_Cost_Share (1).pdf
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Synopsis attachments 1 / File description NOFO Community Tree Resource Utilization
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Synopsis attachments 1 / File lob size 570857
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Created date Aug 12, 2026 12:57:48 PM EDT
Synopsis attachment folders 1 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Synopsis att folder id 81073
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Id 80705
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Opportunity id 361315
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Folder type Other Supporting Documents
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Folder name Mandatory Forms
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Zip lob size 263276
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Created date Jul 14, 2026 10:35:49 AM EDT
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Last updated date Aug 11, 2026 11:27:24 AM EDT
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Id 353830
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Opportunity id 361315
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Mime type application/pdf
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 1 / File name SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 1 / File description Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424)
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 1 / File lob size 149909
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Created date Jul 14, 2026 10:36:47 AM EDT
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 1 / Synopsis att folder id 80705
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 2 / Id 353831
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 2 / Opportunity id 361315
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 2 / Mime type application/pdf
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 2 / File name SF424A-V1.0.pdf
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 2 / File description Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs (SF-424A)
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 2 / File lob size 136877
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 2 / Created date Jul 14, 2026 10:38:04 AM EDT
Synopsis attachment folders 2 / Synopsis attachments 2 / Synopsis att folder id 80705
Synopsis document urls Not specified
Syn att change comments 1 / Id / Opportunity id 361315
Syn att change comments 1 / Id / Att type D
Syn att change comments 1 / Id / Created date Aug 12, 2026 12:59:35 PM EDT
Syn att change comments 1 / Id / Att type desc Related Documents
Syn att change comments 1 / Id / Comments date Aug 12, 2026
Syn att change comments 1 / Change comments Added NOFO to the Related Document List so it is easier to locate.
Cfdas 1 / Id 431986
Cfdas 1 / Opportunity id 361315
Cfdas 1 / Cfda number 10.675
Cfdas 1 / Program title Urban and Community Forestry Program
Cfdas 2 / Id 434984
Cfdas 2 / Opportunity id 361315
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Id 293909
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Topportunity id 361315
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Family id 15
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Dialect XFDL2.2
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Opportunity number USDA-FS-UCF-01-2026
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Opportunity title 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Opening date 2026-08-12
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Closing date 2026-10-12
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Owning agency code USDA-FS
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Agency details / Code FS
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Agency details / Seed USDA-FS
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Agency details / Agency name Forest Service
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Agency details / Agency code USDA-FS
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Agency details / Top agency code USDA
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Top agency details / Code USDA
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Top agency details / Seed USDA
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Top agency details / Agency name Department of Agriculture
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Top agency details / Agency code USDA
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Top agency details / Top agency code USDA
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Contact info Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
E-mail: nancy.stremple@usda.gov
Phone: 202-205-7829
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Electronic required Y
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Expected application count 20
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Open to applicant type 1
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Is multi project N
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Extension pdf
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Mimetype application/pdf
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Last update Aug 12, 2026 10:40:47 AM EDT
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Workspace compatible flag Y
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Package id PKG00293909
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Opening date str 2026-08-12-00-00-00
Opportunity pkgs 1 / Closing date str 2026-10-12-00-00-00
Closed opportunity pkgs Not specified
Original due date Oct 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Original due date desc Not specified
Synopsis modified fields revision; version; synopsisDesc
Forecast modified fields Not specified
Error messages Not specified
Syn post date in past Yes
Doc type synopsis
Forecast hist count 0
Synopsis hist count 0
Assist compatible No
Assist url Not specified
Related opps Not specified
Ost POSTED

Related Documents

SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf
SF424A-V1.0.pdf
Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act Of 1978.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Nancy N Stremple
Urban Forestry Program Splst
Phone 202-205-7829
Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
PKG00293909 2026-08-12 2026-10-12 View

Package 1

Instructions

NOFO UCF_Challenge_Cost_Share (1).pdf

Mandatory forms

SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf
SF424A-V1.0.pdf

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