Delaware Forest Resiliency Fund

How it works

The Delaware Forest Service says it received $1.5 million from the U.S. Forest Service to establish the Delaware Forest Resiliency Fund as a cost-share program. The program supports tree planting, invasive species removal, and prescribed fire. (agriculture.delaware.gov)

What the money covers

For tree planting, funding can cover afforestation and select reforestation projects, including site preparation, post-planting maintenance, and tree shelters, using site-appropriate native species. For invasive species removal, funding can cover removal or control using chemical, biological, or mechanical methods. For prescribed fire, funding can cover prescribed fire applications, including burn plans and permanent vegetative fire breaks. The official page says these practices aim to reduce wildfire risk, enhance carbon sequestration, and promote wildlife restoration. (agriculture.delaware.gov)

Amounts and matching

The page says the fund is a cost-share program, but it does not state a specific reimbursement percentage or homeowner match. It does state the program was seeded with $1.5 million. (agriculture.delaware.gov)

How to apply

The Forest Service directs applicants to the Delaware Forest Resiliency Fund application page. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and approved first-come, first-served as funding allows. (agriculture.delaware.gov)

Timing and deadlines

There is no fixed deadline on the official page; availability depends on funding. (agriculture.delaware.gov)