Posts Tagged ‘equity’
Maryland’s Greenspace Equity Program Funds Outdoor Access for Communities in Need
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has launched the new Greenspace Equity Program, which provides grant funding to land trusts, nongovernmental organizations, and local governments to acquire and develop public greenspaces in overburdened and underserved communities. Applications are being accepted through Nov. 1. The goal of the program is to enhance the public health Read the Rest…
Maryland Nears Half a Million Trees Planted Toward 5 Million Goal
Maryland Forestry Service looks at exciting developments ahead in 5 Million Trees Initiative At the start of the new year, the 5 Million Trees Initiative is approaching a milestone, with nearly half a million trees planted. More than 180,000 trees were planted in Maryland in 2023 as part of the initiative, bringing the total number Read the Rest…