Updates

Google Maps Engine for Nonprofits

by | Sep 4, 2012 | ,

Has your organization been surveying your community's forest? Would you like to start mapping that information? Google offers a great grant opportunity that might help!   Google Maps Engine is for organizations who have lots of raster and vector data and are...

USDA Forest Service Chief Visits Oakland

by | Aug 22, 2012 | ,

USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell visited Oakland on Monday, August 20 to present a check for $181,000 to Oakland ReLeaf to support their Green Street Research, Demonstration and Education Project as well as tree planting and maintenance throughout the city of...

The Importance of Young Tree Care

by | Aug 20, 2012 | , ,

In 1995, California ReLeaf granted funds to Patrick's Point Garden Club to plant 25 flowering cherry trees in Trinidad. Today, those trees have reached maturity thanks to the care and stewardship of the club. The care and maintenance of those trees is now being turned...

CAL FIRE Urban Forestry Grants Available

by | Aug 8, 2012 | ,

Deadline: September 19   CAL FIRE offers these grants to eligible applicants on an annual basis as funding permits. Funding for the grant programs varies from year to year and is based on the availability of Proposition-based bonds, Federal Grants from the USDA...

Volunteer Hours Mean More in California

by | Aug 2, 2012 | ,

A volunteer hour means a lot. It's a representation of the time, talents, and energy someone dedicates to making a difference. In urban forestry, nonprofit and community organizations depend on volunteers to plant trees, care for trees, and ensure the longevity of...

Public Comment for CALTRANS Main Street Guide

by | Jun 29, 2012 |

CALTRANS is currently accepting public comment for their Main Street Guide. Main street planning and design affects travelers,communities, and the environment. Therefore, streets that serve the greatest common good address all three categories. This document describes...