The Tennessee Department Of Agriculture Division Of Forestry Is Offering Two Grants To Help Communities Statewide Expand Tree Canopy Coverage And Promote Sustainable Urban Ecosystems. State Forester Heather Slayton Emphasized The Benefits Of Trees, Including Stormwater Management And Mental Health Improvement. The Community Tree Planting (TAEP) Grant, Funded By The State, Offers Awards Ranging From $500 To $20,000. The Urban And Community Forestry Assistance Grant, Funded By The USDA Forest Service, Provides Up To $40,000. Applications Are Due By September 27, 2024