LANSING, Mich. (Michigan News Source) — Michigan’s offering cash for trees—but only if you plant them in the right place and match the money.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is teaming up with the DTE Foundation and ReLeaf Michigan to hand out $100,000 in grants for tree-planting projects in parks, schoolyards, and along city streets. 

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The fine print: No planting under power lines, and recipients must match the funds dollar-for-dollar.

Launched in 1996, the program funds tree-planting projects that boost local greenery while keeping clear of power lines, according to WILX News 10. This year’s grants are available only to cities and towns served by DTE Energy.

“At the DTE Foundation, we believe that real change takes root when communities come together,” foundation president Rodney Cole said.

Grant requests are due Sept. 15, winners will be announced in October 2025, and projects must wrap by Sept. 1, 2026.