The rural projects chosen have a high level of youth involvement and demonstrate a strong commitment to reforestation and stewardship. Up to ten percent of the grant pool may be reserved for forestry-related research. Provide an educational opportunity for youth. Provide long-term maintenance of the tree plantings. The ideal project is one that plants large numbers of trees and demonstrates partnership with public lands managers and conservation organizations, while incorporating the efforts of youth and adult volunteers.
Substantial consideration is given to projects with a well-defined youth component.
Eligibility Anyone interested in coordinating a tree planting project on rural public or nonprofit-owned lands, or rural sites contiguous to developed areas located with a county that has electricity or natural gas service provided by Alliant Energy. 2000 Branching Out Rural projects Organization County Amount Project Description Garrison-Cemetery Assc. Continuance Center Junction-Central Park Sav.