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Find similar grantsApplication window opens April 6, 2026; final submission deadline is May 15, 2026. Informational webinar scheduled March 23, 2026.
Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance (ORPA) is sponsored by Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation. Provides planning assistance, stakeholder engagement, and action plan development for outdoor recreation goals.
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Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance - Utah Outdoor Recreation Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance The Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance Program (ORPA) has previously offered technical assistance through Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) staff time. Thanks to continued support from the Outdoor Adventure Commission (OAC), this grant program received a one-time allocation of $2.
5 million to fund planning assistance for 2026. This program is intended to help build capacity at the local level through engaging consulting services and utilizing the Division of Outdoor Recreation staff’s technical expertise. Please review the 2026 ORPA Program Guide for more information and updates!
Free ORPA Webinar - Monday, March 23, 11 a. m. - noon Learn about the Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance (ORPA) Grant Program during an upcoming webinar with Emily Meadows, Statewide Recreation Planning Coordinator for the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation.
The session will cover 2026 program updates, examples of previously funded projects, and tips to help organizations secure outdoor recreation planning funds.
Learn more and register on Eventbrite → Ongoing Mini Consultations: Mini-consultation meetings may include site visits or a series of meetings to help you think through your community’s next steps, connect you to planning or grant resources, or provide feedback on planning efforts or project goals. To schedule a meeting, please book a virtual appointment here or contact Emily Meadows at [email protected] .
No financial match is required. (*With the exception of detailed engineering and construction design) Cycle Dates: April 6 - May 15, 2026. Municipalities, counties, federal agencies, non-profits and tribal governments (All projects/services must be directly related to outdoor recreation.)
Feasibility/trail alignment studies NEPA/environmental assessments Community outreach strategies and execution Stakeholder/steering committee facilitation (process collaboration) Plan development assistance (i.e. Master Trails Plan) Wayfinding strategies and/or design Conceptual trail & site design Visitor use mitigation strategies Field data collection (trail assessments) Land-use recommendations and scenarios User conflict/trail etiquette strategies Engineering services/construction design *Please review the ORPA program guide for more details.
Assistance scoping the project in preparation for procurement (i.e. request for proposals, request for quotes, etc).
Complete your progress report Emily Meadows , Statewide Recreation Planning Coordinator 2025 ORPA Grant Recipients Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant Recreation Restoration Infrastructure Grant Community Parks and Recreation Grant Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Boating Access Grant (BA) Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance View our 2026 Annual Report The monthly newsletter keeps you updated on Utah’s outdoor community, industry, events, jobs, stewardship opportunities, and more.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Municipalities, counties, federal agencies, nonprofits, and tribal governments in Utah are eligible. No match required except for detailed engineering and construction design. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $200,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was May 15, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. Check the funder's website for the next application window.
Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance (ORPA) is funded by Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Utah. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 5 required documents: Application submitted by eligible entity, 2+ Letters of Support (e.g., county tourism office, recreation groups, elected officials, federal land manager), Budget Sheet (bid/estimate recommended), W-9 Form, and City Budget (if applicable). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.