2025-065-E-County Mgr-Trees for the Triangle-Shade for Schools Tree Planting

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Page 18 of 24 effects for nearby houses and buildings over time. Stormwater Management Savings: The presence of trees helps absorb stormwater runoff, alleviating pressure on the stormwater management system. This reduction in runoff helps mitigate flooding risks and decreases the costs associated with stormwater management and flood damage during significant storms. Health-Related Savings: Increased tree coverage improves air quality, which can lead to reduced medical costs related to respiratory issues and heat-related health problems among children. Cleaner air and a more temperate environment contribute to overall public health savings. Ecological Value: The long-term ecological benefits of each tree far exceed the initial planting costs. The value of these benefits is documented by the Arbor Day Foundation’s tree value calculator (https://www.arborday.org/calculator/treeinfo.cfm?zip=27278&city=HILLS BOROUGH&state=NC&climatezone=South), which demonstrates that the ecological benefits provided by each tree greatly outweigh its cost. 17. Does your project accelerate or expand on existing programs that already show positive impact? The Shade for Schools - Orange County program expands on the recently proposed Shade for Schools - Wake County program by establishing it as a growing initiative across the Triangle region. This grant will facilitate the development of comprehensive educational materials and presentations that may then be adapted and used in participating schools in other regions, enhancing the program’s effectiveness and reach. Additionally, the success of this expanded program will increase the likelihood of securing future funding for similar projects throughout the Triangle, demonstrating its positive impact and ensuring long-term sustainability. 18. Does your project take advantage of other funding sources? TftT actively seeks additional funding sources to enhance future projects with support from its Board of Director’s Grants Coordinator and Grants & Fundraising Committee. At this time, we do not have any additional funding sources to launch Shade for Schools - Orange County. As TftT is a nonprofit organization and schools often face limited funding, this grant is crucial for the successful implementation of the program. The funding will enable us to realize the full range of benefits associated with the program, maximizing the environmental and educational impact. The grant will serve as a catalyst for achieving these goals and will also help attract further support and investment for ongoing and future initiatives. 19. Would your proposed project help you to take advantage of funding from other sources besides this grant in the future? Yes, the proposed project is designed to leverage this grant as a foundation for securing additional funding from other sources in the future. While this grant is currently the sole source of funding for the program, it will provide a strong basis for demonstrating the program’s success and impact. We will actively seek complementary funding opportunities and use the outcomes of this grant to appeal to potential donors and grantmaking organizations. By showcasing the program's achievements through our website, social media, and in-person events, we aim to attract both large and small donors. TftT is also a member of several local nonprofit networking groups, from which diverse funding opportunities are promoted. This approach will help us expand the Shade for Schools program to include more schools across the Triangle and fully realize its Docusign Envelope ID: D22675F9-86C0-429B-8CAD-74E02C6C68FC