Air quality across the state is being affected by wildfire smoke. Before heading outdoors, get information on current conditions and alerts at Michigan.gov/MiAir, and learn about the state’s response to inform and protect the public at Michigan.gov/EGLEWildfireSmoke.
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August 06, 2026
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, with funding provided by the DTE Foundation and in partnership with ReLeaf Michigan, is offering grant support for community tree planting projects across the state. Up to $95,000 is available through the DTE Foundation Tree Planting Grant Program.
The DNR is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 grant cycle. The program provides up to $4,000 (per applicant) in financial assistance to communities served by DTE Energy’s electric and natural gas services. Grants are available to support projects that plant trees away from utility lines along streets, in parks and near schools — all of which can help to mitigate climate change, enhance local beauty and engage residents in environmental stewardship.
Since 1996, this grant program has been a joint effort between the DTE Foundation and the DNR’s Urban and Community Forestry program to improve communities and the environment through tree planting. ReLeaf Michigan, the only statewide nonprofit dedicated to tree planting and homeowner education, joined the program to provide technical support to grantees and help ensure successful and sustainable tree planting efforts.
“Every tree planted represents an investment in the future of a community,” said Rodney Cole, president, DTE Foundation. “Together with our partners and local residents, we’re helping create greener, more beautiful neighborhoods while building spaces where people can gather, connect and grow.
“We’re proud to support this work alongside dedicated partners like the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and ReLeaf Michigan, whose efforts continue to strengthen our communities and protect the environment for future generations."
Applicants can request up to $4,000 with a 1-to-1 matching requirement. Up to $95,000 is available in funding. Additionally:
Learn more and apply for a tree planting grant at Michigan.gov/UCF. Don't forget to pin each tree you plant on the Michigan DNR's MiTrees page to help the DNR reach a goal of 50 million trees planted by 2030.
The DTE Energy Foundation is the philanthropic arm of DTE Energy with a strong legacy of community support and involvement. In 2025, the foundation provided $15.1 million in grant support to 445 nonprofit organizations in communities where the company has a business presence, with a focus on driving positive, meaningful change in priority giving areas: arts and culture, community transformation, economic progress, education and employment, environment and human needs. As one of Michigan's leading corporate citizens, DTE aspires to be the best in the world and the best for the world. Visit DTEFoundation.com to learn more.
Contact: Kerry Gray (DNR), 734-691-1806; Kevin Sayers (DNR), 517-582-3209; Kayla Collins (DTE Energy Foundation), 313-235-5555; or Melinda Jones (ReLeaf Michigan), 734-718-2702
In the wake of an eastern massasauga rattlesnake bite at a state-managed park in Oakland County last month, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is urging the public not to harm, harass or attempt to capture the threatened species.
Those interested in learning more about the upcoming removal of three aging dams in the eastern Upper Peninsula — Brockies Pond Dam (Luce County), Millecoquins Pond Dam (Mackinac County) and Silver Creek Pond Dam (Luce County) — are welcome to attend a public meeting 6-7:30 p.m. EDT Thursday, Sept. 3, in Newberry. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will host the meeting at the DNR’s Newberry Customer Service Center, 5666 State Highway M-123.
Registration is open for more than 50 in-person hunter safety education classes, all taking place during the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Hunter Safety Education Week Aug. 10-16.
One of Ludington State Park’s most scenic and iconic attractions is getting a major upgrade.
Join the Michigan Department of Natural Resources at a public meeting Monday, Aug. 10, to learn about and share feedback on a new draft general management plan for W.J. Hayes State Park, primarily located in Lenawee County.
Decreasing revenues, increasing costs from inflation and years of deferred maintenance on critical infrastructure have prompted the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to adjust hours at four managed waterfowl areas this fall.
Mass timber is making it possible to build taller wood buildings, even skyscrapers, in ways that were not possible before, and a new online guide developed by MassTimber@MSU provides resources to support the success of builders adopting this technique.
