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Indiana Trails Program (ITP) is a grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources that funds development of public trails and trail infrastructure across Indiana. The program reimburses up to 80% of eligible project costs, with grants ranging from $100,000 to $400,000. Funded activities include trailhead development, bridges, boardwalks, crossings, parking, and trail easement or property acquisition.
Applicants must have at least 20% of the project cost available at the time of application. Eligible applicants are units of government and 501(c)(3) nonprofits whose central mission focuses on providing public outdoor recreation opportunities, with commitment to maintain funded facilities for at least 25 years.
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State Parks: Indiana Trails Program Community Grants & Trails Frequently Asked Questions What is the Indiana Trails Program grant? The Indiana Trails Program (ITP) is a grant program to support the development of trails throughout the state. The program uses state funds to help connect Hoosiers to outdoor recreation opportunities and natural environments without needing to rely on the use of a vehicle.
All units of government and certain 501(c)3 not-for-profit agencies are welcome to apply. Eligible not-for-profit organizations must have a central mission that focuses on providing public outdoor recreation opportunities and has the capability to maintain the facilities developed with grant funds for a minimum of 25 years. Please contact a program administrator if you have questions regarding your organization’s eligibility.
What types of projects may be funded? Projects will be eligible if they provide public access to trails.
ITP funds can be used for: Development of trailheads and other support amenities (parking, water fountains, benches, etc.) Construction of bridges, boardwalks, and crossings Acquisition of easement or property for trails Projects that can be completed within four years All facilities should be universally designed to accommodate all people. How much grant funding is available to applicants?
The Indiana Trails Program will provide a maximum of 80% reimbursement for eligible projects, up to the maximum grant award amount. The applicant must have at least 20% of the total project cost available at the point of application. The grant request minimum is $100,000, and the maximum is $400,000.
When is the application deadline? The 2025 ITP application window is Sep. 1 – Oct.
1. Applications must be submitted electronically to ITP@dnr. IN.
gov by the end of business hours on Oct 1. The Indiana Trails Program is a biennium grant program, only accepting applications every two years. This allows the program to award more actionable grant amounts.
The next ITP application round will be in the spring of 2028. Quarterly reporting is a requirement of all Indiana State Parks Community Grants and Trails grant programs. Quarterly reports are due in the first week of the new fiscal quarter, unless a specific date is set by the Grant Coordinators.
Failure to submit quarterly reports in a timely manner may result in the local sponsor being barred from receiving grant assistance in the future. Quarterly Report resources are linked below. Quarterly Report Template Quarterly Report Instructions Hoosiertown Quarterly Report Example The ITP Handbooks below contain application and programmatic guidance.
Applicants should read both handbooks prior to applying to gain an understanding of the whole program and its expectations. Applicants are strongly encouraged to schedule a pre-application meeting during the summer months prior to application. These meetings allow grants staff an opportunity to give programmatic advice and redirect the application away from ineligible items.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Units of government and certain 501(c)3 not-for-profit agencies with a mission focused on providing public outdoor recreation opportunities. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
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Small Town Big Trees Grant is a grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources that funds tree planting and urban canopy expansion in small Indiana communities. The $5,000 matching grant is available to communities with populations of 10,000 or less seeking to expand and diversify their community tree canopy. Funded projects plant native Indiana tree species in parks, public spaces, and other community properties, providing shade, wildlife habitat, carbon reduction, and aesthetic benefits. The City of Charlestown, for example, used a 2025 award to plant 28 trees of 11 different native species across five city parks. Eligible applicants are small Indiana municipalities.
Lake and River Enhancement (LARE) Program is a grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) that funds aquatic habitat restoration, vegetation management, logjam and sediment removal, and biological and engineering projects to improve the health of Indiana lakes and rivers. The program requires local sponsors to share at least 20% of project costs. In fiscal year 2026, $1,484,960 was allocated across 48 projects. Eligible applicants are local sponsors in Indiana counties with demonstrated aquatic resource improvement needs.
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a matching grant program administered by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources that funds acquisition and development of outdoor recreation sites and facilities. Enacted by Congress in 1965 and permanently funded in 2020, LWCF provides grants covering up to 50% of eligible project costs. Since the program launched, Indiana has received approximately $90 million in federal funds, supporting acquisition of more than 30,000 acres for public outdoor recreation. Eligible applicants include units of government and certain 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Indiana. Projects supported by an established park board receive additional scoring consideration.
EPA is seeking insightful, expert, and cost-effective applications from eligible applicants to provide the Chesapeake Bay Program’s non-federal partners with technical analysis and programmatic evaluation support related to water quality modeling and monitoring and spatial systems to manage, analyze, and map environmental data. The project assists the partners in meeting their restoration and protection goals and in increasing the transfer of scientific understanding to the Chesapeake Bay Program modeling, monitoring, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) activities. The recipient will support modeling, monitoring, and GIS programs needed to explain and communicate the health of and changes in the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem. Funding Opportunity Number: EPA-R3-CBP-23-18. Assistance Listing: 66.466. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: ENV. Award Amount: Up to $5.3M per award.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA SBIR Phase I Solicitation invites small businesses to submit proposals for projects addressing critical environmental challenges. Awards are for six months to demonstrate proof of concept. Key focus areas include Clean and Safe Water, Air Quality and Climate, Homeland Security, Circular Economy/Sustainable Materials, and Safer Chemicals.
Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants Program (CCGP) is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Community Change Grants Program funds projects that provide meaningful improvements to the environmental, climate, and resilience conditions affecting disadvantaged communities. While broadly focused on environmental and climate justice, projects can include aspects that relate to community health and well-being through addressing environmental health risks. The program aims to fund community-driven pollution and climate resiliency solutions and strengthen communities' decision-making power. Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.