Regional Trail Workshop Grants

Regional Trail Workshop Grants is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), administered by WeConservePA. These grants support high-quality educational programming and safety training directly related to land trails, water trails, and greenways.

Regional Trail Workshop Grant Application | WeConservePA | WeConservePA Search for models, guides, and other documents here . 2026 Regional Trail Workshop Grant Application Regional Trail Grants Page Applications Due Friday, February 20, 2026 The Regional Trail Workshop Grant application is now an online-only form and must be completed electronically.

To apply for a grant, complete the following: Utilize this Grant Application Checklist to help you gather and create everything you need to complete your application. Complete your Proposed Budget Form . Use the information you have gathered and created, including the Proposed Budget Form, to complete the electronic application below.

Keep in mind that the form cannot be saved midway—it must be completed in a single session. All fields are required. If desired, you can zoom in on the text by holding the Ctrl key and pressing “+” .

Applications are due Friday, February 20, 2026. Direct any questions to Emily Gates, Education and Outreach Manager at egates@weconservepa. org .

" * " indicates required fields 2026 Regional Trail Workshop Grant Application Supported with a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources NOTE: Please do not utilize auto fill as it will affect the functionality of certain form fields.

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1) Trail safety education programs or trail-related environmental education programs, including programs promoting environmental protection, for trail managers, volunteers, or trail users. (Volunteer workdays and community festival expenses are not eligible for grant funding or use as match, although a training subcomponent occurring concurrently with or as part of the event may be.)

2) Training on improving trail accessibility and sustainability for trail managers or volunteers. 3) Training on planning, design, construction, and maintenance of trails for trail managers and volunteers (because each of these steps can relate directly to trail safety and environmental protection.)

Expenses NOT eligible for reimbursement under the grant include: the production of trail system maps and/or the purchase of trail tools, technology, licenses, or equipment that cannot be directly tied to the workshop awarded a Regional Trail Workshop Grant. Learning Objectives * A learning objective is a clear, specific statement of what a learner is expected to know, do, or demonstrate after instruction.

It is measurable, action-oriented, and guides both teaching and assessment. Please list at least 3 (click plus button to add additional rows). Are you charging for this workshop(s)?

* Are you seeking any sponsorships and/or partnerships for this workshop(s)? * The Regional Trail Workshop Grants are highly competitive with limited funding; applicants are encouraged to seek sponsorships and partnerships.

List any sponsors and/or partners you are seeking: * Indicate you workshop evaluation method: * Examples: Knowledge or skill assessments, pre/post-workshop surveys, attendee feedback sessions, tests or quizzes Planning Timeline * Outline the sequence of tasks, milestones, and deadlines needed to complete the workshop.

Regional Trail Workshop Grants reimburse up to 80% of the total eligible project costs directly associated with each workshop, with a maximum reimbursement of $5,000 and require at least a 20% match from the applying organization. Grantees are responsible for all remaining workshop costs. Examples: 1) If the total eligible workshop costs are $6,250, the grantee could apply for reimbursement of up to $5,000.

($6,250 x 80% = $5,000) 2) It the total eligible workshop costs are $5,000, the grantee could apply for reimbursement of up to $4,000 ($5,000 x 80% = $4,000) Proposed Total Project Cost ($) * Grant Amount Requested ($) * Maximum of $5,000 % Grant Amount Requested of Proposed Total Project Cost * Request not to exceed 80% Proposed Grant Match ($) * Match cannot come from other grants managed or distributed through the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources or WeConservePA % Grant Match of Proposed Total Project Cost * Match minimum of 20% The Proposed Budget Form outlines your project’s expected income and expenses and shows how grant funds will be used.

It should include itemized expenses, total project costs, the amount requested from the grant, and any additional funding sources or matching funds. The Proposed Budget Form can be found at the top of this webpage, hyperlinked under #2.

Upload Proposed Budget Form * Application Certification and Statement of Assurance Authorized Certifier’s Name * Organization's Chief Executive Certify * By clicking this box, I hereby provide my electronic signature and affirm that I have read, understand, and agree to the certification and statement of assurance listed below The applicant certifies, represents, and warrants to WeConservePA that: A.

The information contained herein and in any attachment is true and correct; B. The person electronically signing this certification and statement of assurance is authorized to do so for the applicant. C.

The applicant understands that if they are to be awarded a grant, they will be required to enter into a grant agreement whose terms include but are not limited to the following: 1.

Grantee will retain all financial records regarding grant expenditures for at least four years after reimbursement is received from WeConservePA and make those records available to WeConservePA, DCNR, and auditors in the event WeConservePA’s grant that supports regional trail workshop grants is subject to audit. 2.

Grantee will include the following funding citation on all promotional material: Funded in part by WeConservePA and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Pennsylvania Recreational Trails Program funded through the Federal Highway Administration. 3. Grantee will electronically submit a final report to include: a.

Project synopsis and payment request (including financial report and expense documentation) b. Copies of marketing materials, educational materials, photographs, and video associated with the project. c.

Copies of registrant lists and evaluation results (if applicable) Thank you for your submission!