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
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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 |
| 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 | |
| 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
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 |