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Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grants Program is a nationally competitive grant from the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) that funds creation and enhancement of outdoor recreation opportunities in communities that lack access to parks and open spaces. The program helps communities build new parks, expand trail systems, and improve recreational facilities in underserved neighborhoods.
Eligible projects must serve communities with a population of 25,000 or more; federally recognized tribes, Alaska Native organizations, and Native Hawaiian community organizations are eligible regardless of population size. Award amounts vary based on project scope.
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Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grants Program - Land and Water Conservation Fund (U.S. National Park Service) Skip to global NPS navigation Skip to the footer section Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grants Program Montbello Open Space Park in Denver, Colorado, opened in 2021 with federal funds from an Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership grant.
Mundus Bishop / Scott Dressel-Martin The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) is a nationally competitive grant program that provides funding to enhance recreation opportunities in rural and urban communities. ORLP’s funding enables these communities to create new outdoor recreation spaces, reinvigorate existing parks, and form connections between people and the outdoors.
Recreation is core to the American experience; ORLP is making recreation attainable for all Americans. ORLP funds an array of projects and facilities, from sports fields and playgrounds to walking trails and community gardens. Land acquisition, site development, or renovation of existing facilities are all possible ORLP projects.
Projects are locally led and designed to meet pressing community needs. As of 2024, ORLP has invested over $385 million in projects nationwide. Congress established ORLP in 2014 to fill crucial gaps in urban access to recreation.
The National Park Service administers the program with funding through the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). ORLP projects pass through a rigorous state and national selection process to ensure alignment local, state, and Congressional funding priorities. Lauren Imgrund, former Associate Director of Partnerships and Civic Engagement with the National Park Service, speaks at the Philadelphia Mifflin Square ribbon-cutting event.
Trust for Public Land Eligibility - Projects must serve communities with a population of 25,000 or more, per the U.S. Census Bureau. For example, an incorporated city or town, or census designated place with a population of 25,000+. Federally recognized tribes, Alaska Native organizations, and Native Hawaiian community organizations, are eligible regardless of population.
Matching Requirement - ORLP is dollar for dollar match, meaning it funds and reimburses up to 50% of all project costs. Applicants are responsible for finding other non-federal funds for at least 50% of project costs. Perpetuity Requirement - Projects assisted through ORLP must be maintained and accessible exclusively for public outdoor recreation use in perpetuity.
This applies to the assisted park or site in its entirety, not just the area assisted by the grant funds. Other Land & Water Conservation Fund Requirements – As an LWCF program, ORLP projects must align with the purposes and requirements of the LWCF Act, LWCF Manual , and your relevant state’s State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP).
Application Information & Timelines Learn about Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership's (ORLP) application process, eligibility, timelines, and additional resources. Current Notice of Funding Opportunity A link to the current NOFO for ORLP grants on Grants. gov Last updated: November 21, 2025
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Projects must serve communities with a population of 25,000 or more; federally recognized tribes, Alaska Native organizations, and Native Hawaiian community organizations are eligible regardless of population. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grants Program is funded by U.S. National Park Service (NPS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Alaska. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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State Historic Preservation Office Grants is sponsored by U.S. National Park Service (NPS). These Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) grants are awarded annually to State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) to support preservation efforts. This includes a required minimum 10% pass-through of the HPF grant funds to directly support local preservation projects and providing preservation training and guidance.
History of Equal Rights Grants is a program from the U.S. National Park Service funded through the Historic Preservation Fund that supports the preservation of sites related to the struggle to achieve equal rights for all Americans. The program is not limited to any specific group and encourages the broadest possible interpretation of sites associated with efforts to achieve equal rights. It funds physical preservation work and pre-preservation planning for sites listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places or designated as National Historic Landmarks. Grants are awarded through a competitive process and do not require a non-federal match. Eligible applicants include states, tribes, local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. Applications are submitted via Grants.gov under Assistance Listing 15.966.
Underrepresented Communities Grants is a program from the U.S. National Park Service that funds efforts to diversify listings in the National Register of Historic Places. Administered through the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), the program supports surveys and inventories of historic properties associated with communities underrepresented in the National Register, as well as the development of nominations for specific sites. All funded projects must result in the submission of a new or amended nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. Grants are awarded through a competitive process and do not require a non-federal match. Eligible applicants include states, tribes, local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov under Assistance Listing 15.966.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.