Recreation and Conservation Planning Grants (Community Conservation Partnerships Program)

Recreation and Conservation Planning Grants (Community Conservation Partnerships Program) is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). These grants are available to plan for local recreation and conservation improvement projects.

Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants | Department of Conservation and Natural Resources| Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants This grant program, managed by the DCNR Bureau of Recreation and Conservation (BRC), builds connections between Pennsylvanians and the outdoors by supporting recreational improvements, natural resource conservation, and community revitalization efforts.

Who Is Eligible? </h2>\r\n<p>Eligible organizations vary by project type, but generally include:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>County and municipal governments</li>\r\n<li>Municipal agencies</li>\r\n<li>501(c)3 non-profit organizations</li>\r\n<li>For-profit businesses (limited options)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>When Are Applications Accepted? </h2>\r\n<p>For most grants, DCNR accepts applications once annually.

The application period opens the second Monday of January and closes the last business day of April. However, some grants have unique application periods. For specific dates for all DCNR grants, please visit the <a href=\"https://apps.

dcnr. pa. gov/grants/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Apply for a DCNR Grant</a> page.

</p>\r\n<h2>How Much Funding Is Available? </h2>\r\n<p>The total grant awards vary based on state and federal funding sources, with the program awarding approximately $50 million for projects each year. Individual grant amounts also vary, with typical awards ranging from $50,000 - $500,000.

</p>\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"}}"> Eligible organizations vary by project type, but generally include: County and municipal governments 501(c)3 non-profit organizations For-profit businesses (limited options) When Are Applications Accepted? For most grants, DCNR accepts applications once annually. The application period opens the second Monday of January and closes the last business day of April.

However, some grants have unique application periods. For specific dates for all DCNR grants, please visit the Apply for a DCNR Grant page. How Much Funding Is Available?

The total grant awards vary based on state and federal funding sources, with the program awarding approximately $50 million for projects each year. Individual grant amounts also vary, with typical awards ranging from $50,000 - $500,000. For more information, please contact your DCNR Bureau of Recreation and Conservation regional advisor (PDF) .

Grant Recipients (Lists of Previous Awardees (PDF) Bureau of Recreation and Conservation Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grant Funding Sources Grant Workshop Playlist 2026 DCNR Grants News Newsletter Signup Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grant Types Park Rehabilitation and Development Development projects build or rehabilitate public park and recreation facilities.

Recreation and Conservation Planning Planning projects lay the groundwork for future park, recreation, and conservation investments. Land Acquisition and Conservation Acquisition projects help buy land for parks, greenways, critical habitat, and open space. Non-Motorized Trails projects support the enhancement and expansion of non-motorized trails and facilities.

Motorized Trails & Recreation Motorized Trails & Recreation projects support ATVing, snowmobiling, off-highway motorcycling, and four-wheel driving activities. Rivers Conservation and Development Rivers projects improve protection of and access to Pennsylvania’s waterways. Community and Watershed Forestry Community and Watershed Forestry projects fund riparian buffers, lawn-to-meadow conversions, and community trees.

State and Regional Partnerships Partnerships are collaborative initiatives that provide training, mini-grants, and more Peer grants help municipalities complete special-purpose plans. Circuit rider grants support the hiring of a regional park, recreation, or conservation professional. Land and Water Conservation Fund Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grants help acquire and develop new parks and rehabilitate existing parks.