The City of St. Petersburg just announced the return of its Neighborhood Tree Matching Mini-Grant Program for a third funding cycle. Neighborhood and business associations can now apply for up to $10,000 in funding to plant trees in their communities. Applications are open through September 9, 2024.

This program is designed to provide shade trees in approved rights-of-way and street-facing front yards, enhancing the city’s green spaces. In previous funding cycles, the program has helped plant more than 70 shade trees across St. Pete neighborhoods.

To help interested associations understand the program and the application process, the City is hosting a Pre-Application Meeting:

Pre-Application Meeting

• Date: Monday, August 19
• Time: 6:30om
• Location: Frank Pierce Recreation Center, 2000 7th St S

Those interested in attending should RSVP by emailing Brittany.Jones@stpete.org.

Applications are currently open and will close on September 9, 2024, at 5pm. The goal is to have tree planting take place in October and November 2024, bringing more greenery and shade to the city’s neighborhoods.

Applicants can find the full eligibility information, application resources, and the application at www.stpete.org/TreeMiniGrant