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State and Local Assistance Program is sponsored by National Park Service (NPS). This program provides matching grants to state, local, and tribal governments to create and expand parks, develop recreation facilities, and further local recreation plans. Funds are distributed annually to every U.S. state and territory using a population-based formula.
Grants to eligible insular areas receive 100% assistance.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State, local, and tribal governments. Local units of government participate as subrecipients of the state. Nonprofit partners can collaborate with states and municipalities. Eligible insular areas include American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (matching grants, 100% assistance for insular areas). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
State and Local Assistance Program is funded by National Park Service (NPS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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