The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation Orchard

The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation (FTPF) is offering a grant opportunity for nonprofits, NGOs, public schools, and government entities that serve a charitable purpose. The foundation aims to alleviate world hunger, combat global warming, strengthen communities, and improve the environment by donating orchards of fruit trees and plants. Recipients of the grant must commit to caring for the trees in perpetuity and utilize the orchard to further their charitable mission. If selected for the grant, FTPF provides high-quality fruit trees and shrubs, equipment, orchard design expertise, horticultural workshops, and aftercare training. They also subsidize deer fencing and drip irrigation as needed. FTPF coordinates all aspects of the planting and offers an educational experience for volunteers interested in learning more about trees. Free arboricultural workshops are available on the day of the planting, and schools can access a curriculum emphasizing the importance of trees and fruit in the diet. There is no deadline for applications, as FTPF accepts them on a rolling basis. However, due to the large number of applications received, they may not be able to respond to every request unless there is an excellent match for one of their programs. Recipients must have a horticulturally appropriate planting site, a reliable source of year-round irrigation nearby, and must help coordinate the attendance of local volunteers on planting day. While FTPF is currently at capacity for international programming, they are still accepting submissions for longer-term consideration.