Illinois State Forest Action Plan (Urban)
Can you apply?
This grant supports data collection and analysis of Illinois tree and forest health conditions and disease problems. It is administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and restricted to Illinois-based entities.
Eligible applicants typically include state agencies, units of local government, nonprofits, and educational institutions working on forestry and urban forest management within Illinois. Projects must focus on monitoring forest health, identifying disease issues, and generating actionable data for state reporting.
Activities supported include forest health surveys, disease assessment, data analysis, and documentation of tree and forest conditions. Work must contribute to the Illinois State Forest Action Plan and support statewide forest management objectives.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
This grant supports data collection and analysis of Illinois tree and forest health conditions and disease problems. It is administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and restricted to Illinois-based entities.
Eligible applicants typically include state agencies, units of local government, nonprofits, and educational institutions working on forestry and urban forest management within Illinois. Projects must focus on monitoring forest health, identifying disease issues, and generating actionable data for state reporting.
Activities supported include forest health surveys, disease assessment, data analysis, and documentation of tree and forest conditions. Work must contribute to the Illinois State Forest Action Plan and support statewide forest management objectives.
Program description
Collection of data that is utilized to analyze and report on the condition and disease problems that affect Illinois trees and forests. Federal Assistance Listing: 10.664. Administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources via the Illinois GATA Catalog of State Financial Assistance (CSFA 422-20-0099).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Details
This grant supports data collection and analysis of Illinois tree and forest health conditions and disease problems. It is administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and restricted to Illinois-based entities.
Eligible applicants typically include state agencies, units of local government, nonprofits, and educational institutions working on forestry and urban forest management within Illinois. Projects must focus on monitoring forest health, identifying disease issues, and generating actionable data for state reporting.
Activities supported include forest health surveys, disease assessment, data analysis, and documentation of tree and forest conditions. Work must contribute to the Illinois State Forest Action Plan and support statewide forest management objectives.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- GATA application form (Illinois CSFA submission)
- Project narrative describing data collection and analysis methods
- Detailed budget and budget narrative with cost-sharing breakdown
- Organizational information and proof of eligibility
- Letters of support from partners (if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 Adrian Walker Adrian.Walker@illinois.gov
- 📧 Adrian.Walker@illinois.gov
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 10.664 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$63,653,283
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$32,070,000
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$25,566,000
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$20,000,000
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$18,275,000
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$13,660,000
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$13,315,831
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$11,827,825
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$10,036,804
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$9,697,169
Top States by Funding
- NC 4 awards $74.0M
- CA 6 awards $72.1M
- NM 11 awards $70.6M
- TX 8 awards $48.5M
- GA 9 awards $43.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Typically state agencies, local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Illinois. Applicants must work on forestry or urban forest health data collection.
What activities does this grant support?
Forest health monitoring, disease assessment, data collection, and analysis. Work must support the Illinois State Forest Action Plan reporting requirements.
What is the typical funding range?
Awards range from $1,000 to $300,000. Total program funding is approximately $232,320 annually.
Is cost-sharing required?
Yes, cost-sharing is a requirement. Verify the specific match percentage in the application guidelines.
Is this a rolling deadline?
Yes, applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check with IDNR for current submission windows and any quarterly deadlines.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Align your data collection methods with established forest health monitoring standards. Use validated protocols for disease identification and assessment.
- Clearly explain how your data will support Illinois State Forest Action Plan goals. Connect your work to statewide forest management priorities.
- Provide detailed cost-sharing commitments. Show in-kind and cash contributions from your organization and partners upfront.
- Budget for data management and reporting systems. Funders expect data to be organized, accessible, and useful for policy decisions.
- Partner with university forestry programs or state specialists. Collaboration strengthens technical credibility and project outcomes.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Submitting unfocused data collection plans without clear connection to State Forest Action Plan goals. Underestimating or vaguely documenting required cost-sharing contributions. Failing to describe data quality assurance, analysis methods, or reporting timelines.
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