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"Outdoor Equity Grants Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Outdoor Equity Grants Program is sponsored by California Department of Parks and Recreation. This program supports outdoor environmental educational experiences at state parks and other public lands, with a focus on reaching underserved or at-risk students. Funding will cover transportation, logistical, and program operations and capacity costs.
Projects must align with state curriculum standards, support stewardship, foster healthy lifestyles, and contain a service-learning component.
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Outdoor Equity Grants Program Outdoor Equity Grants Program Alert Something is happening and people are freaking out. The Outdoor Equity Grant Program The Outdoor Equity Grants Program (OEP) improves the health and wellness of Californians through new educational and recreational activities, service learning, career pathways, and leadership opportunities that strengthen a connection to the natural world.
OEP’s intent is to increase the ability of residents in underserved communities to participate in outdoor experiences within their community, at state parks, and other public lands. For applications submitted on December 14, 2023 (Round 2), due to the California State Budget deficit, funding for the second round of the Outdoor Equity Program (OEP) was not included in the 24/25 State Budget.
Therefore, the California State Parks canceled this round. Currently, there are no funds for future rounds of OEP.
Application Round Two Timeline Community FactFinder Tool Community Fact Finder Tool Overview Video Fillable Application Forms Community FactFinder Certification Form Grant Scope/Cost Estimate Form Reporting Certification Form OEP Technical Assistance Contacts For technical assistance, please use this link: Project Officer by County Outdoor Equity Grants Program Administration Guide - Revised 3/2026 Eligible/Ineligible Cost List OEP Competitive Bid Process for Nonprofit Grantees Participant Recruitment Tips Summary of Awarded Projects CalHR Vehicle Mileage Reimbursement Rates (current rates) CalHR Vehicle Mileage Rates by Calendar Year Technical Assistance - Grant Tracking Tools: For Audit purposes, grantees must provide compliant audit trails and source documents to track grant project costs.
The templates below are compliant examples of how to track in-house employee/volunteer services and vehicle mileage to the grant project. In-House Employee/Volunteer Time Log Vehicle Mileage Log (To be kept in vehicle for driver to complete) OEP All Payment Forms Combined , includes these individual forms: Provide a sample timesheet if seeking reimbursement for in-house employee services.
Grant Administration Workshops Round One Grant Administration Workshop Slides Round One Grant Administration Workshop on YouTube Round One Program Summaries and Interactive Map This page includes a summary of the grantee program goals for each of the Round One 125 awarded grants. The community home base locations can be found by clicking the "Map" option.
The Outdoor Equity Grants Program was established by Assembly Bill 209 (Limón). Round One applications were received on October 8, 2021, and grant awards were announced on May 27, 2022. $167.
78 million in requests - 384 grant applications $57 million in grants – 125 grants Due to the California State Budget deficit, funding for the second round and future rounds of the Outdoor Equity Program (OEP) was not included in the 24/25 State Budget. Therefore, the California Department of Parks and Recreation canceled Round Two of the OEP. Round Two applications were kept on file for twelve months.
Currently, there are no funds for Round Two or future rounds of OEP.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public organizations (local governments, local educational agencies, etc.) or nonprofit organizations. Prioritizes partnerships between public, private, and nonprofit entities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was May 27, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Outdoor Equity Grants Program is funded by California Department of Parks and Recreation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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