Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 with Trees!
Applications Open July 1, 2025
Keep Oklahoma Beautiful is planting Centennial Groves along the Mother Road. Apply for a grant to receive trees, supplies, and support for a lasting beautification project in your community.
What are Centennial Groves?
Grant Program Overview
Photo courtesy of TheTreeFarm.com
Grant Value: Approximately $2,500
What’s Included:
Five (5) Caddo Sugar Maple Trees
Tree staking poles and mulch
Volunteer training
A custom metal sign recognizing sponsors
Coordination with local nurseries and suppliers to ensure all funds support your community
About the Trees
Caddo Sugar Maples are native to southwestern Oklahoma and known for their resilience, drought tolerance, and vibrant orange and red fall color. They’re perfect for tough Oklahoma soil and unpredictable weather — and they grow into gorgeous shade trees that last for generations.
Grant Recipient Responsibilities
To ensure long-term success, recipients must:
Recruit volunteers for planting, watering, and maintenance
Submit a 3-year maintenance plan
Secure permission from the property owner (city, business, or private)
Coordinate utility marking and ensure tree location clears powerlines
Pick up trees and supplies, and attend a training session at your local nursery
Complete a brief report detailing the tree planting event and its impact
Timeline
- Applications Open: July 1 – September 1
- Recipients Notified: September 15
- Tree Planting: October
- Final Report Due: December 1
