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Find similar grantsFriends of Wisconsin State Parks Incentive Grant Program is sponsored by Friends of Wisconsin State Parks (with DNR). Small matching grants to Friends groups affiliated with Wisconsin State Parks for accessibility and safety improvements—including playground enhancements.
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Grants for Friends Groups | Wisconsin State Park System | Wisconsin DNR Parks_Content Page_Friends Grants Grants for Friends Groups Wisconsin State Park System Several grant programs are available to Friends Groups projects that support the mission and activities at Wisconsin State Park System properties.
Knowles Nelson Stewardship Grant The Knowles Nelson Stewardship Program provides grants for Friends Groups and nonprofit conservation organizations (NCOs) up to $20,000 to improve facilities, build new recreation projects and restore habitat on state properties. The program recognizes the important role Friends Groups play in meeting the development and restoration needs of state properties. Deadline: Nov.
15. Recreational Trails Program (RTP) The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) is a federal program administered nationwide. Municipal governments and incorporated organizations are eligible to receive reimbursement for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and trail-related facilities for both motorized and non-motorized recreational trail uses.
Funds may be used in conjunction with funds from the state snowmobile or ATV grant programs and Knowles-Nelson Stewardship development projects.
Eligible projects include: Existing trail maintenance and restoration; Development and rehabilitation of trailside and trailhead facilities and trail linkages; Construction of new trails (some restrictions apply); and Acquisition of easements and fee simple title to property for recreational trails or recreational trail corridors (some restrictions apply). Deadline: May 1.
Funding for Wisconsin's Trails This manual features a variety of funding sources available for trail development and maintenance in Wisconsin. The manual is designed to empower trail advocates to access financial support from state, federal and private sources to develop trails in their communities. Deadline: varies by grant.
Funding for Wisconsin's Trails The Wisconsin Legislature created the State Park and Forest Heritage Trust Fund to provide grants to Friends Groups for the maintenance and operations of state parks, southern state forests, state trails or state recreation areas. A Friends Group must have established an endowment fund for the benefit of the property. Only interest generated by the endowment fund can be used as the applicant’s match.
Deadline: Nov. 15. Foundation Directory Online Foundation Directory Online contains in-depth profiles of grantmakers, plus their histories of grantmaking.
An effective way to find potential funders. Some Wisconsin library systems carry the directory. A subscription is required to obtain online access.
Deadline: Varies by grant. Foundations in Wisconsin is a directory of various foundations available in a book format or an online searchable catalog. Some Wisconsin library systems carry the directory.
Fees are required to purchase the book or access the online version. Deadline: Varies by grant. Friends of Wisconsin State Parks Incentive Grant The Friends of Wisconsin State Parks (FWSP) provides a matching grant program for Friends Groups.
This fund supports naturalist projects and programs at parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. Deadline: Spring The National Park Service's Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program supports community-led natural resource conservation and outdoor recreation initiatives. Guidance is provided to develop plans to preserve open space and develop trails and greenways.
Deadline: June 30. Natural Resources Foundation (NRF) of Wisconsin The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin supports efforts that protect Wisconsin's natural resources through several grantmaking programs. Norma and Stanley DeBoer Quiet Trails Fund The fund provides grants ranging from $500 to $1,000 to support the creation and maintenance of quiet trails (e.g. hiking, skiing, paddling, biking) in Wisconsin.
Deadline: March 1. David and Joyce Weizenicker Endowment Fund for State Parks The David and Joyce Weizenicker Endowment Fund provides grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to Wisconsin State Park System Friends Groups for the primary purpose of supporting projects that facilitate accessibility for senior citizens, especially trail development, maintenance and restoration, rest stops including benches, overlooks, and interpretive signage.
Applicants must match the gift with cash or in-kind support on a 1:1 basis. Deadline: March 1. C.
D. Besadny Conservation Fund Grants up to $5,000 are awarded to projects for projects that benefit Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife and that connect people to Wisconsin’s natural resources. Deadline: Sept.
1. Grants between $100 and $1,500 are available for projects that connect students and teachers with outdoor nature-based learning experiences. Deadline: Rolling March 1 or Sept.
1. Wisconsin Department of Tourism Event Marketing Grant Program The Wisconsin Department of Tourism grant program is designed to reimburse non-profit organizations for support of local initiatives to increase visitation to and within Wisconsin. Eligible marketing projects include new events, existing events, sales promotions, one-time-one-of-a-kind events, and destination marketing research and campaigns.
Funding is also available for visitor information centers, sporting events, as well as meetings and convention development initiatives. Deadline: Rolling Feb. 1, April 1, Aug.
1, Nov. 1. Grants for Friends Groups Volunteering with the DNR For more information, contact Friends and Volunteer Services Coordinator
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Friends groups with current membership and agreement with Wisconsin State Parks Bureau. Only for projects at state parks. ([fwsp. org](https://fwsp. org/incentive-grant-information/? utm_source=openai)) Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $3,500 per Friends group Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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