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D36. Please <br />describe how you will <br />engage with and/or <br />educate project <br />participants and/or <br />the community. (250 <br />word limit) <br />Our engagement strategy combines direct outreach with community-based <br />partnerships to ensure we reach residents in the neighborhoods most in <br />need of increased tree canopy. W e will connect with potential participants <br />through community forums, presentations to HOA boards, referrals from <br />partner organizations, tabling at local events, and door-to-door outreach in <br />targeted areas. This personal, place-based approach builds trust and <br />ensures residents understand the benefits of participating. <br />Education is delivered through interactive workshops hosted in accessible <br />community spaces such as libraries, community centers, and neighborhood <br />gathering areas. These sessions will follow adult learning principles, <br />emphasizing real-world relevance, interactive dialogue, and practical <br />application. Participants will learn about the environmental, economic, and <br />health benefits of trees; proper planting and care techniques; and how to <br />advocate for continued canopy growth in their community. <br />By combining technical instruction with hands-on demonstrations, we <br />ensure participants not only understand the content but feel confident <br />applying it. Every household receiving a tree or seedling will also receive <br />printed and digital care guides to reinforce learning and promote long-term <br />tree health. <br />This blended outreach and education approach empowers residents to <br />become active stewards of their environment, creating a ripple effect of <br />environmental awareness and action that extends well beyond the project’s <br />duration. <br />D37. How will you <br />measure the success <br />of that engagement <br />or educational effort? <br />(200 word limit) <br />W e will measure the success of our engagement and educational efforts <br />through a combination of participation tracking, knowledge assessment, <br />and qualitative feedback. <br />Tracking Participation: <br />W e will maintain records of households receiving trees, individuals <br />receiving seedlings, and attendees at each workshop. This will provide a <br />clear count of direct beneficiaries and help us assess reach across target <br />neighborhoods. <br />Knowledge Gains: <br />At workshops, we will administer brief pre- and post-session questions to <br />measure changes in participants’ understanding of tree benefits, planting <br />techniques, and care practices. This will allow us to quantify learning <br />outcomes while keeping assessments short and accessible. <br />Responsive Facilitation: <br />Recognizing the importance of reducing survey fatigue, our facilitators will <br />use real-time observation, participant questions, and interactive <br />discussions to gauge comprehension and adjust instruction accordingly. <br />This ensures educational content meets participants at their current level <br />and builds practical skills within a reasonable range. <br />Docusign Envelope ID: CB1A7685-96B7-4FBD-80E0-8CF756D5E579