Forest Planning Support

 The Montana Forest Collaboration Network (MFCN) has funding to help local forest collaborative partners develop capacity necessary to accelerate the pace and scale of forest management in order to reduce wildland fire hazards, improve forest health, and enhance economic productivity on Montana’s forested lands. The purpose of this funding is to further collaboration and coordination in the state, and advance the goals and strategies outlined in the Montana Forest Action Plan among forest collaborative groups that enable planning and implementation of cross-boundary forest projects in the state.

Up to $10,000 may be awarded to each recipient per calendar year, with an approximate total of $50,000 in funding available. Matching funds are required, equal to the total grant amount x 25% (e.g., If requesting $5,000, matching funds must equal or exceed $1,250, for a total project funding of $6,250). Match may be cash or in-kind.