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Search verified grants from Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation →Parks and Recreation Grants (Local Parks and Recreation Fund, Recreational Trails Program, Land and Water Conservation Fund, Planning Grants) is sponsored by Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Supports Tennessee cities and counties in acquiring, developing, or planning public outdoor recreation facilities, parks, trails, and systemwide plans.
The goal is to foster healthier, more vibrant communities by enhancing access to quality outdoor spaces.
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Recreational Trails Program (RTP) - Program Inventory Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Two or more rigorous evaluations support the program model.
Environment and Conservation Rural Development and Conservation The Recreational Trail Program, RTP, is a federally funded, state administered grant program that provides grant funding for land acquisition for trails, non-routine trail maintenance, trail construction, trail rehabilitation and for trail head support facilities.
Local, state, and federal land managing agencies are eligible to apply as well as state chartered, non-profit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status that have a written agreement for trail management with an agency. All grant projects MUST be on land owned by a government entity. RTP grants are distributed in the form of an 80% grant with a 20% organization match based on the total project amount.
Learn More on Program Website Organization / Business / Local Government The Local Parks and Recreation Fund provides state of Tennessee grant dollars to city and county governments in Tennessee for public recreation facilities and/or acquisition of land that will be available for future development for public recreation facilities.
Land that has been purchased, developed, and/or renovated with LPRF assistance is protected for public recreation in perpetuity.
Places for Physical Activity Amount of award dollars based on application requests Miles of new trail, greenway, and/or blueway created Number of awarded projects If we provide grants to communities to build new or add to existing trail, greenways, blueways, and/or their support facilities, then the community's residents and visitors will have access to new or renovated hiking, biking, riding, paddling, and/or walking facilities and parks, which can positively influence mental and physical health and stimulate the local economy.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: City or county governments in Tennessee. Public input and board support are required for all applications. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $3.5M (LPRF/LWCF, 50% match; 25% for distressed/at-risk counties) | Up to $392K (RTP, 80% match) | Planning Grants: $60K–$90K total (80/20 match). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Parks and Recreation Grants (Local Parks and Recreation Fund, Recreational Trails Program, Land and Water Conservation Fund, Planning Grants) is funded by Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Tennessee. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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