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FY 2027 Event Sponsorship Grant Program is sponsored by Metro East Park and Recreation District (MEPRD). This program provides financial assistance to public agencies and 501(c)3 nonprofits for qualifying public events held in Madison and/or St. Clair Counties that increase awareness and use of local parks, trails, and other public recreational facilities in the Metro East.
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MEPRD Event Sponsorship Grant Program The FY 2027 Event Sponsorship Grant Program is now accepting applications. Learn more and apply below! Metro East Park and Recreation District The Metro East Park and Recreation District (MEPRD) has committed $30,000 to the FY 2027 Event Sponsorship Grant Program .
This program supports qualifying outdoor events that make use of, or promote the use of, public parks, trails, and/or recreation facilities in Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois. FY 2027 Event Sponsorship Grant Balance of FY27 Program Funds | July 2026 Total FY27 Program Budget: Available/Remaining: $30,000.
00 Pending and Remaining Funds are subject to change at any time and may increase or decrease as grant requests are reviewed and processed. Check back frequently for the latest updates. Important Guidelines & Changes Funding Commitment Timeline: Clarification added regarding the timeline for the Applicant’s project or program for the required net proceeds contribution.
Costs related to the selected project/program cannot be incurred before the MEPRD grant has been formally awarded. Refined Event Eligibility: Physical activity events that inherently restrict public participation (such as tournaments and team-sport league events) are explicitly ineligible for funding. Events must remain open and accessible to the general public.
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Note that you will need a PDF reader/editing software installed on your computer, such as Adobe Acrobat. Budget Requirement: A line-item expenditure budget showing expected "out-of-pocket" costs must be attached to your application . Submission Requirement: You must submit two (2) original signed hardcopies and one (1) high-resolution electronic copy of your final application.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Program Budget and Awards The FY 2027 Event Sponsorship Grant Program has a total program budget of $30,000 . Maximum Grant Award: Eligible applicants with a qualifying event can apply for a MEPRD Event Sponsorship Grant valued at up to $2,500 or up to 40% of the eligible out-of-pocket event cost, whichever is less.
* Refer to the application for complete details and requirements. Eligible applicants include public organizations and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations . The applicant must be headquartered in MEPRD's jurisdiction (Madison County and/or St.
Clair County, IL) or within 15 miles of MEPRD's jurisdiction. Eligible applicants are limited to one (1) event sponsorship award per MEPRD fiscal year. In-person or virtual events involving physical activity (e.g., walking, running, hiking, cycling, biathlons, etc.) that either promote or make use of public parks, trails, or recreation facilities in Madison or St.
Clair County, IL. In-person events or programs that provide a public benefit related to protecting, preserving, and/or restoring the natural environment and/or the local wildlife within publicly owned/operated parks, green space, greenways, nature preserves, or wetlands in the Metro East. * Includes educational and volunteer events/programs.
Additional Requirements : The event must promote or make use of public parks, trails or outdoor recreation facilities in Madison and/or St. Clair County, IL. All event activities must be located entirely within MEPRD's jurisdiction to qualify.
At least ten percent (10%) of the event proceeds must go towards funding improvements or developments to a public park or trail or to recreational programs within Madison and/or St. Clair County, IL. * For a complete list of eligible and ineligible project types/components, refer to the application.
Finished with an event funded in-part by MEPRD? A reimbursement request should be submitted to MEPRD no more than 45 days after the event. The reimbursement request form can be downloaded by clicking the link below: FY 26-27 MEPRD Event Sponsorship Grant Reimbursement Form We are pleased to announce the FY 2027 Event Sponsorship Grant Program is now accepting applications.
As grants are reviewed and approved by the MEPRD Board of Directors, the awarded events will be added to this list. These grants will support a variety of events that enrich recreational opportunities in communities throughout Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois.
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The grant program will continue to accept applications until all program funds are depleted. Have Questions? Need Help?
If you have questions about the program or need assistance, we can help! Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact MEPRD if help is needed with verifying project and/or grant round eligibility, preliminary application review, or general assistance.
Reimbursement Form FY25-27 Reimbursement Form FY18-24 Reimbursement Form FY23-27 The following documents and tools are available to assist you in completing your application: GIS Viewer - Madison County GIS Viewer - St. Clair County Use the links provided below to download an authorized version of MEPRD's Logo: MEPRD prefers the use of the color version, unless all other sponsor logos are black/white.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public agencies and 501(c)3 nonprofits for qualifying public events held in Madison and/or St. Clair Counties, IL. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,500 or 40% of eligible out-of-pocket event costs (whichever is less). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for FY 2027 Event Sponsorship Grant Program are due May 31, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
FY 2027 Event Sponsorship Grant Program is funded by Metro East Park and Recreation District (MEPRD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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