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Find similar grantsLand and Water Conservation Fund is sponsored by Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation. This 50/50 federal matching grant program provides a nationwide legacy of high quality outdoor recreation. Projects range from wildlife viewing areas to neighborhood parks and accessible trails.
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Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program Application Period August 14 - October 31 Applicant Information & Resources Project Sponsor Information & Resources Outdoor Recreational Trails Advisory Board Click here to begin your LWCF Application Start Early! The application process is extensive and requires a great deal of backup information and/or coordination with other agencies.
For example, at least 30 days prior to the due date: Post public notice of the potential project in your area & elicit/track/respond to public comments. Contact the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) in writing with information on your project & request a Section 106 determination as to any effects on cultural or historic properties.
Contact various agencies (ADF&G, USFWS, EPA, DEC, etc.) to determine potential impacts to the environment and wildlife. Please visit our Applicant webpage and get started! DNR.
LWCFGrants@alaska. gov Application Period: August 14 - October 31 (5:00PM Deadline) Submit your LWCF Grant Application Submittable Quick Start Guide Overview: The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides funding for the acquisition and development of outdoor recreation spaces.
Through LWCF grants, communities can protect public lands, create parks, and improve recreational facilities to expand access to outdoor recreation, preserve natural landscapes, and ensure that these resources are available for future generations.
Under the provisions of this competitive grant program, boroughs, municipalities, and other local government and tribal entities must protect LWCF-assisted parklands or parks infrastructure in perpetuity. Locally sponsored projects vary widely.
Examples include: a skate park in Sitka; ball fields in Utqiagvik; connecting trails in Haines & Metlakatla; Anchorage's Campbell Creek Greenbelt & Chanshtnu Muldoon Townsquare Park; and a community garden in Bethel. Additionally, LWCF grants assist State-sponsored sites including Chugach State Park, Clam Gulch, Nancy Lake, Chena River, and Old Kasilof Landing.
Eligible Applicants: State, regional or local governments, and federally recognized tribal governments, with the legal authority to provide park and recreation services on public lands, are eligible to apply for LWCF assistance. Funding Priorities: Please review the following documents: Public Land Managers & Tribal Survey Needs and Regional Needs: Prioritized .
Start Early: The application is extensive and requires a great deal of backup information and/or coordination with other agencies. For example, at least 30 days prior to the due date: Post public notice of the potential project in your area & elicit/track/respond to public comments.
Contact the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) in writing with information on your project and request a Section 106 determination as to any effects on cultural or historic properties. Contact various agencies (ADF&G, USFWS, EPA, DEC, etc.) to determine potential impacts to the environment and wildlife. Scroll down for additional information and guidance.
Click the following links to view examples & utilize resources: Environmental Backup Docs Project Timeframe & Milestones Section 106 Request for Review Application & Revision (A&R) Form Evaluation Score Sheet with SCORP Goals NEPA Categorical Exclusions NEPA Policy & Guidance Link Open Project Selection Process (OPSP) Public Land Managers & Tribal Survey Needs - Prioritized Regional Needs: Prioritized Submittable Quick Start Guide USFWS Info for Planning & Construction ORTAB meeting January 14, 2026 ORTAB meeting January 16, 2025 ORTAB meeting December 24, 2024 For more information, please feel free to contact us at DNR.
LWCFGrants@alaska. gov or 907-269-8706. "The Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation provides outdoor recreation opportunities and conserves and interprets natural, cultural, and historic resources for the use, enjoyment, and welfare of the people."
Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation DNR Public Information Center:
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local, regional, and state entities with legal authority to provide outdoor recreation services on public lands (cities, boroughs, or tribal entities). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Land and Water Conservation Fund are due October 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Land and Water Conservation Fund is funded by Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation. 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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