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ActivePennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) · 2026

Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2)

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Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
Funding: Varies
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania.

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Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2) is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). Supports projects that enhance conservation, recreation, and community revitalization, including pollinator habitat creation.

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Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grant Funding Sources | Department of Conservation and Natural Resources| Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grant Funding Sources Funding for DCNR grants combines state and federal sources. State Funding</h2>\r\n<p>State funding sources for the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2) include:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www. palegis.

us/statutes/unconsolidated/law-information/view-statute? txtType=PDF&SessYr=1993&ActNum=0050. &SessInd=0.

pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Keystone Recreation Park and Conservation Fund</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www. palegis. us/statutes/unconsolidated/law-information/view-statute?

txtType=PDF&SessYr=1999&ActNum=0068. &SessInd=0. pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Environmental Stewardship Fund</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/copapwp-pagov/en/agencies/dcnr/programs-and-services/community-outreach-and-development/heritage-areas.

html\">Heritage</a> and Other Parks Fund</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www. palegis. us/legislation/bills/text/PDF/2019/0/HB0374/PN2062\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Keystone Tree Fund</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www.

palegis. us/statutes/unconsolidated/law-information/view-statute? txtType=PDF&SessYr=2016&ActNum=0097.

&SessInd=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Snowmobile and ATV Management Restricted Accounts</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Federal Funding</h2>\r\n<p>Federal funding sources for C2P2 include:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/copapwp-pagov/en/agencies/dcnr/programs-and-services/grants/land-and-water-conservation-fund-grants. html\">Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www. nps.

gov/subjects/lwcf/stateside. htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Land and Water Conservation Fund</a> (National Park Service)</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://elibrary. dcnr.

pa. gov/GetDocument? docId=9381857&DocName=PA%202025%20ORLP%20Toolkit.

pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program</a> (National Park Service)</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www. fhwa. dot.

gov/Environment/recreational_trails/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Recreational Trails Program</a> (Federal Highway Administration)</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www. fws.

gov/program/highlands-conservation-act-grant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Highlands Conservation Act Grants</a> (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Legacy Funding Sources</h2>\r\n<p>The acts below describe inactive funding sources. They used to provide grants for recreation and conservation projects in Pennsylvania.

</p>\r\n<p>Although these funding sources are no longer available, the restrictions associated with them apply to sites that received funding from them. </p>\r\n<p>These inactive funds include:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://elibrary. dcnr.

pa. gov/GetDocument? docId=1737026&DocName=LegislationP-500LandWaterAct1968.

pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Land and Water Conservation and Reclamation Act -- 2007 - 2008 (PDF)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://elibrary. dcnr. pa.

gov/GetDocument? docId=1737026&DocName=LegislationP-500LandWaterAct1968. pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Land and Water Conservation and Reclamation Act -- 1968 (PDF)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://elibrary.

dcnr. pa. gov/GetDocument?

docId=1737024&DocName=LegislationP70. pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Project 70 Land Acquisition and Borrowing Act -- 1964 (PDF)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://elibrary. dcnr.

pa. gov/GetDocument? docId=1737030&DocName=RIRA-4.

pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Recreational Improvement and Rehabilitation Act 4 -- 1990 (PDF)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://elibrary. dcnr. pa.

gov/GetDocument? docId=1737029&DocName=RIRA-3. pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Recreational Improvement and Rehabilitation Act 3 -- 1987 (PDF)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://elibrary.

dcnr. pa. gov/GetDocument?

docId=1737028&DocName=RIRA-2. pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Recreational Improvement and Rehabilitation Act 2 -- 1986 (PDF)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://elibrary. dcnr.

pa. gov/GetDocument? docId=1737027&DocName=RIRA.

pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Recreational Improvement and Rehabilitation Act 1 -- 1984 (PDF)</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Contact Us</h2>\r\n<p>For more information, please contact your DCNR Bureau of Recreation and Conservation <a href=\"https://elibrary. dcnr. pa.

gov/GetDocument? docId=1753442&DocName=d_001184. pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">regional advisor (PDF)</a>.

</p>\r\n"}}"> State funding sources for the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2) include: Keystone Recreation Park and Conservation Fund Environmental Stewardship Fund Heritage and Other Parks Fund Snowmobile and ATV Management Restricted Accounts Federal funding sources for C2P2 include: Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants Land and Water Conservation Fund (National Park Service) Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program (National Park Service) Recreational Trails Program (Federal Highway Administration) Highlands Conservation Act Grants (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service) The acts below describe inactive funding sources.

They used to provide grants for recreation and conservation projects in Pennsylvania. Although these funding sources are no longer available, the restrictions associated with them apply to sites that received funding from them.

These inactive funds include: Land and Water Conservation and Reclamation Act -- 2007 - 2008 (PDF) Land and Water Conservation and Reclamation Act -- 1968 (PDF) Project 70 Land Acquisition and Borrowing Act -- 1964 (PDF) Recreational Improvement and Rehabilitation Act 4 -- 1990 (PDF) Recreational Improvement and Rehabilitation Act 3 -- 1987 (PDF) Recreational Improvement and Rehabilitation Act 2 -- 1986 (PDF) Recreational Improvement and Rehabilitation Act 1 -- 1984 (PDF) For more information, please contact your DCNR Bureau of Recreation and Conservation regional advisor (PDF) .

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Eligibility Requirements

Nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

Who funds Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2)?

Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2) is funded by Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

Which states are eligible for Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2)?

This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.

How do I apply for Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2)?

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