FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — Indiana is offering more than a half-million dollars in grants to support community and urban forestry projects.

The $508,000 in funding is available for projects that include planting trees, creating management plans, and fighting the emerald ash borer infestation.

Applications open September 15th and must be submitted by October 23rd.

More information on the three available grants is on the State Budget Agency website.