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Department of Conservation & Recreation # Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly half a million acres of land, making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country.
Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting, promoting, and enhancing our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all. DCR infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for – strengthening our communities and driving our economy.
Our staff strive to build a healthier, more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax, reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands.
Park Programs & Events DCR Park Serve Day Find a Park DCR Traffic & Recreation Advisories Get a Senior Parking Pass | Ice Skating Rink Schedule | Contacts and Procurement DCR Office Address and Phone Listing DCR Public Records Request Main Office(617) 626-1250 State Transportation Building 10 Park Plaza | Suite 6620 Expand all Collapse all the following accordion(s) ### About our organization * DCR Stewardship Council * Office of the General Counsel * Environmental Justice at the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) ## Recent News & Announcements ### Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces DCR’s Free Programming Across Massachusetts During April School Vacation Week 4/14/2026 Department of Conservation & Recreation 85 Family-Friendly Programs at 24 Properties from April 18 to April 26 ### Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Accessible Spring Recreation Opportunities 4/08/2026 Department of Conservation & Recreation DCR programming includes adaptive hiking, boating,cycling and golfing options for people of all abilities across the state ### DCR Lifeguard and Water Safety Positions Still Available in Boston, North of Boston Communities for Summer Season 3/30/2026 Department of Conservation & Recreation Hourly pay up to $27;free lifeguard training classes offered through May;positions available in Boston, Revere, Lawrence, Cambridge, Somerville, Chelsea, Watertown, Everett,Malden and Waltham See all news and announcements for the Department of Conservation & Recreation > Organization Sections > Content ## Upcoming Public Meetings/Hearings * Apr 14 ### Toohig Park and Playground (Boston, MA) Final Design Public Information Meeting 4/14/2026 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 6 p.
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DCR has prepared a final design for Toohig Park and Playground and will give an update on the bidding and construction timeline * Apr 15 ### Charles River Task Force Public Meeting 4/15/2026 10 Park Plaza, Suite 6620, Boston, MA 02116 Wednesday, April 15, 2026 6 p. m. - 8 p.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit 'Friends' groups or youth leagues that utilize DCR parks and facilities in Massachusetts. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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Partnership Matching Funds Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) that funds urban and community forestry projects through matching grants offered to municipalities and nonprofit groups throughout Massachusetts. The program supports the professional management, planting, protection, and maintenance of public tree resources in partnership with residents and community institutions. Standard grants offer a 50-50 match, while projects serving environmental justice neighborhoods qualify for a 75-25 Commonwealth-funded match. Grants range from $1,000 to $25,000. Eligible applicants include municipalities and nonprofit organizations of all sizes across Massachusetts communities.
Forest Stewardship Planning Grants for Private and Town Forest lands is a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) that funds implementation of forest stewardship management plans on municipal and water supply lands. These 75-25 matching reimbursement grants help communities sustain excellent forest management with a focus on local wood products, biodiversity, wildlife habitat, clean water, and public outreach. Eligible applicants are municipalities that manage a town forest or water supply land currently enrolled in the Forest Stewardship Program or in the process of receiving a stewardship plan. Awards range from approximately $350 to $6,600.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.