Best Forestry Grants in Illinois

Charitable organizations in Illinois working on education, literacy, environmental sustainability, or humanitarian needs may be eligible for Domtar’s community investment support. Grants from Domtar help communities, including those with forestry-related programs, by backing quality education and literacy efforts, responsible forestry and wildlife initiatives, and projects addressing humanitarian needs where the company operates.

Nonprofit or institutional forestry researchers in Illinois seeking support for collaborative urban forestry research can apply for US $10,000 - US $30,000 from Tree Fund. With a mission to strengthen forestry, Tree Fund provides funding for projects that help arborists and urban foresters communicate the value of trees and urban forests with other professionals.

Illinois nonprofits, tribal entities, and select government institutions planning major capital construction, renovation, or property purchases can access funding through M J Murdock Charitable Trust for projects over US $50,000. Organizations working in areas like environmental stewardship, community services, education, health, or research may be eligible if they primarily serve the Pacific Northwest region.

Midsize and large 501(c)(3) nonprofits, tribal entities, and select government institutions in Illinois expanding programs or adding key staff may be eligible for more than US $50,000 in capacity-building support, including new forestry-related initiatives, from M J Murdock Charitable Trust. The Trust prioritizes projects with at least 50% impact in the Pacific Northwest and diversified funding profiles.

Illinois forestry-focused nonprofits, community organizations, and educational institutions can access funding through Canfor Good Things Come From Trees Foundation to support sustainability, health and wellness, scholarships, and community initiatives; awards are approximately US $1,000. Programs in forestry, environmental stewardship, and related education or workforce development in Canfor-connected communities may be especially competitive.