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Visit funder's website →National Forest System Trail Stewardship Partner Funding Program is sponsored by USDA Forest Service / National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance (NWSA). This program is a joint partnership between the National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance and the US Forest Service. It focuses on engaging non-profit partners and volunteers in trail stewardship projects across all National Forest System Trails.
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Trail Funding - National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance Trail Stewardship Partnership National Forest System Trail Stewardship Partners Funding Program The National Forest System Trail Stewardship Partnership Funding Program (NFSTS or Trail Partners Grant Program) is a joint partnership between National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance (NWSA), the USDA Forest Service and on the ground trail stewardship groups across the nation.
This funding program is broadly focused on engaging non-profit partners and volunteers in trail stewardship projects across all National Forest System Trails.
To ensure broad representation and equitable distribution of funds from this program to support a variety of trail user groups, we collaborate with American Trails , American Hiking Society , Back Country Horsemen of America , the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council , International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), and the American Motorcyclist Association by inviting a representative from each group to participate equally in the selection of the projects we award with funding.
The grants support organizations leading trail maintenance efforts in National Forests across the U.S. Application Period Opens: Program paused due to federal funding issues Application Period Closes: Program paused due to federal funding issues Funding Available: TBD - funding available is contingent upon the overall federal budget process Funding Amounts: Typically $2,000 - $30,000 per organization Project Period (anticipated): Projects completed by December 31 of the award year *You do not need to be a NWSA Member Organization to apply but membership is encouraged.
Join our growing stewardship community by becoming a member organization . The NFSTS Funding Program is made possible through the National Forest System Trail Stewardship Act of 2016 . The Act significantly increases the role of volunteers and partners in trail maintenance to aid in addressing backlogged projects such as signage upgrades, trail clearing, reroutes, bridge and structure repair, and improvements to drainage.
In addition to supporting completion of much needed trail maintenance projects, this program engages thousands of volunteers and adds significant leverage to Federal dollars. As of 2023, the program has supported maintenance and repair of 10,650 miles of trail , has engaged thousands of partner staff and volunteers in 413,000 hours of maintenance work, and has leveraged federal dollars with $18.
7M in cash and in-kind support at a ratio of 7:1 . Link to a flyer with these stats HERE . The National Forest System Trail Stewardship Partner Funding Program is intended to encourage and support volunteer and stewardship group trail maintenance accomplishments and trail deferred maintenance backlog on the National Forest trail system.
This program directly supports the implementation of the National Trails Strategy, which has a goal of doubling volunteer trail work in the next decade. The ideal project proposal will engage volunteers in the accomplishment of trail maintenance over the course of a field season over a broad area of a District or Forest. Must be a 501(c)(3) organization in good standing to qualify for funding.
Projects must occur on National Forest System Trails. These include motorized and non-motorized trails, both within and outside of wilderness. Applicants must demonstrate collaboration and partnership with local Forest Service personnel - letter(s) of support required.
20% match requirement (can be combination of non-federal cash and in-kind contributions). Maximum award amount ranges from $20,000 - $30,000. Applications must be completed online .
We are no longer accepting applications via email . Application materials will be made available when funding for this program is secured.
NWSA Webinar: NWSA 2023 Funding Programs Powerpoint: NWSA 2023 Funding Programs National Wilderness Skills Institute (NWSI) training video: Wilderness Stewardship Performance - Trails Read about the results of our 2024 Trail Stewardship Partner Funding Program HERE or see statistics and a list of the organizations we funded on this FACT SHEET . You can also view information on past award cycles HERE .
Questions about the National Forest Trail Stewardship Partner Funding Program can be addressed to Joelle Marier, Executive Director at [email protected] . Trail Stewardship Partnership or click here to create an account
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) organizations in good standing. Projects must occur on National Forest System Trails (motorized and non-motorized). Applicants must demonstrate collaboration and partnership with local Forest Service personnel. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows typically $2,000 - $30,000 per organization (Maximum award up to $30,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
National Forest System Trail Stewardship Partner Funding Program is funded by USDA Forest Service / National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance (NWSA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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