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Find similar grantsPlanning for Recreation Access is sponsored by Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO), Washington State. This program funds planning projects in communities that lack adequate access to outdoor recreation opportunities. It focuses on diverse urban neighborhoods, small rural communities, and those less experienced with RCO's grant process.
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RCO - Washington Recreation & Conservation Office --> Planning for Recreation Access - RCO Planning for Recreation Access **Have questions or need help with your application? We're hosting open office hours! Details in Announcements below.
** The Washington State Legislature created the Planning for Recreation Access program to fund planning projects in communities that lack adequate access to outdoor recreation opportunities. This program specifically focuses on diverse urban neighborhoods, small rural communities, and those that are less experienced with RCO's grant process.
Grant Application Schedule Application Webinar, Applications Open View the recorded webinar July 23, 2026 - August 19, 2026 Applications Returned for Revisions Revised Applications Due (Final Due Date) September 17, 2026 - October 6, 2026 Director Approves Ranked List Most recent grants and evaluation results, listed by the application year.
Landowner Acknowledgement Form Manual 2: Planning Guidelines Manual 3: Acquisition Projects Manual 4: Development Projects Webinar View the application webinar that describes eligibility, evaluation criteria, how to apply, and the available resources. Application Tutorial A step-by-step training video that walks through each page of the PRISM application.
Creating a SAW Account Short training video that displays the process for establishing a PRISM login starting with a SAW account. Application Support—Virtual Office Hours Staff will be available Tuesdays from 8:30 a. m.
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If prompted, the meeting ID is 279 547 267 830 737 and the passcode is Hp6Mx2yi Sessions May 19 June 2 June 16 June 30 July 14 Wednesday Afternoon Sessions May 27 June 10 June 24 July 8 July 15 Scoring Map for Site-Specific Projects Grant applicants may use this interactive map to see how site-specific projects will score in the evaluation criteria about location.
Long-range, comprehensive recreation planning Pre-design plans and permitting for a park or athletic facility Comprehensive site planning, feasibility study, or technical survey for a park or trail Special purpose districts such as park and recreation, port, conservation, and school districts The Legislature provides funding from the sale of state bonds.
Long-range planning: $125,000 Site-specific planning: $200,000 Applicants are not required to provide matching resources. All phases of planning, pre-design, and technical assistance for public outdoor recreation facilities including comprehensive plans, construction drawings, environmental assessments, feasibility and preconstruction studies, cultural resources surveys, and comprehensive site plans.
Projects unlikely to lead to capital development Planning for recreation programming Beth Auerbach , outdoor grants manager, 360-280-6103 Edison Velez , outdoor grants manager, 360-340-1280 Washington Relay Service for hearing impaired, dial 711 Some upcoming grant application deadlines may be adjusted due to the government shutdown. Find deadline updates on the corresponding grant pages.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local governments, community-based organizations, and residents in Washington State. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $200,000 (Long-range planning: $125,000; Site-specific planning: $200,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Planning for Recreation Access are due September 10, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Planning for Recreation Access is funded by Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO), Washington State. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Washington. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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