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Land and Water Conservation Fund – State and Local Assistance Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) / National Park Service. The LWCF provides funding for the acquisition and development of public parks and other outdoor recreation sites. It supports increased public access to and protection for federal public lands and waters, including national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and recreation areas.
Some funds are distributed directly to states and local communities through grant programs, such as the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program, which focuses on urban communities.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: States, local governments, and tribes are eligible. Specifically, the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program is for cities, counties, and tribes with populations of at least 25,000. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies; Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program can be $300,000 to $15 million. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Land and Water Conservation Fund – State and Local Assistance Program is funded by U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) / National Park Service. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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