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GrantMontana DNRC FY27 UCF EPA Community Forestry Initiative — Up to $300,000
Atlas Opportunity Score67/100
Funding$5,000,000 total; $20,000 minimum and $300,000 maximum per award
DeadlineOctober 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM for first panel review; rolling thereafter if funds remain through April 30, 2027. Time zone not stated on controlling DNRC page.
Required next actionEligible Montana school districts, K-12 public schools, public entities, tribes and nonprofits with genuine large-scale tree-canopy or community-forestry projects may apply. Published FAQ confirms no match requirement. No Dr. Miltie applicant outreach is prioritized because N9+ and QC fit are 0/100.
Current statusActiveSource verificationSeptember 20, 2026Tracked applicant typesGovernmental Entity, Nonprofit Organization, School or School District, Tribal Government or Organization
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Funding Potential
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Actionability
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