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<br />Page 22 of 24 <br /> <br />28. If this project is not <br />selected for funding in this <br />round, what other funding <br />might be used to support it <br />within the next 5 years? <br />☐ Other capital or operational funds ☒ None. This is a unique opportunity. ☒ Unknown (please describe): If this project is not selected for funding in <br />this round, TftT will actively seek alternative funding sources to support its <br />completion within the next 5 years. While we cannot guarantee a specific <br />timeline for project completion without this funding, we will explore <br />various avenues including grants from other environmental organizations, <br />corporate sponsorships, and community fundraising efforts. Our <br />commitment to the project remains steadfast, and we will persist in our <br />efforts to secure the necessary resources to realize our goals. <br /> <br />Criterion 5 - Local Economic Development <br />This criterion has a maximum score of 3 pts (out of a total of 26 pts). <br /> <br />29. How many Orange County <br />residents are employed by <br />your organization? <br />Trees for the Triangle (TftT) currently employs one staff member, and they <br />are not a resident of Orange County. <br />30. What project materials will <br />be purchased from sources <br />within Orange County or <br />North Carolina? What <br />percent of the total <br />materials do these <br />represent? <br />TftT is committed to sourcing as many project materials as possible from <br />Orange County. Most, if not all, of the trees will be purchased from local <br />nurseries within Orange County. For any additional materials, tools, mulch, <br />and related items that we cannot obtain locally, we will ensure they are <br />sourced from within North Carolina. Our goal is to maximize local <br />procurement and support the Triangle region's economy, aiming for 100% <br />of materials to be sourced within North Carolina. <br />31. Please describe any other <br />aspect of your project that <br />is relevant to local <br />economic development. <br />Shade for Schools - Orange County supports local economic development <br />by providing training in topic areas related to natural resources and <br />environmental science, showcasing career options for students. TftT will <br />also engage the school community in skill-building activities and offer <br />volunteer and internship opportunities. Additionally, we prioritize sourcing <br />materials from local nurseries and businesses in Orange County, which <br />helps boost the local economy and strengthen community connections. <br /> <br />Criterion 6 - Amount and Duration of Engagement <br />This criterion has a maximum score of 3 pts (out of a total of 26 pts). <br /> <br />32. Please briefly describe the <br />target population to <br />benefit from the project. <br />Shade for Schools - Orange County is designed to benefit a broad range of <br />individuals within Orange County, with a primary focus on public school <br />communities. This includes students, their families, teachers, staff, and <br />volunteers. Trees for the Triangle (TftT) aim to particularly support low- <br />income populations and schools that have historically lacked access to <br />environmental resources. By providing tree planting and environmental <br />education, we address equity concerns and target schools with ESEA <br />designations, higher percentages of EDS, POC, people in poverty, and heat <br />disparity, and lower tree equity scores, which highlight disparities in <br />environmental benefits. The program’s impact will be most direct for those <br />within the schools, but its benefits will extend throughout the community, <br />promoting greater access to green spaces and educational opportunities <br />for future generations. <br />Docusign Envelope ID: D22675F9-86C0-429B-8CAD-74E02C6C68FC