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Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant - New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant Funds Distributed: $39,759,004 Closed January 31, 2026. FY27 cycle opens July 1, 2026. Please review our Grant Guide to learn more about the application process and eligibility requirements.
The Trails+ Grant program is a statewide initiative by the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division that invests in trails and outdoor infrastructure to support healthy communities, local economies, and long-term access to nature. This competitive grant funds the planning, development, and improvement of outdoor space, including trails, river parks, wildlife viewing areas, trailheads, signage, and more.
The Trails+ Grant supports projects that get people outside, improve access to public lands, and help communities across New Mexico connect with nature in meaningful, sustainable ways. The program prioritizes equitable outdoor access, especially in rural, Tribal, and historically underserved areas, while promoting stewardship of New Mexico’s diverse landscapes. Since its launch in 2020, ORD has distributed $39.
8 million Trails+ Grant awards to support 282 outdoor infrastructure projects across 29 counties and has supported an estimated 2,650 jobs. Want to see how Trails+ Grant is making a difference? View the Grant Recipient Database and Grant Distribution Map .
Trails+ Grant is open to a wide range of public and nonprofit entities in New Mexico, including: Tribes, Pueblos, and Nations Municipalities and Counties Nonprofits (Tier 1 and Tier 2 only) Public schools, preschools, and districts Public colleges and universities Soil and Water Conservation Districts Acequia and Land Grant Associations FY27 Grant Timeline and Funding The available funding and application window for the next round will be announced in late spring 2026.
Contact Program Manager Carl Colonius at carl. colonius@edd. nm.
gov , or book a one-on-one meeting . View the December 10, 2025 info and Q&A session to learn more. Funding breakdown by program: Outdoor Equity Fund: $10,521,554 Outdoor Marketing Grant: $846,871 Total funds distributed by all programs: Otero County, NM – Sidney Paul Gordon Shooting Range Jornada Resource Conservation & Development Council Continental Divide Trail Coalition Collins Lake Autism Center
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Trails+ Grant is funded by New Mexico Economic Development Department. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Business Development & Expansion Grant (Creative Industries Division) is sponsored by New Mexico Economic Development Department. This funding opportunity is designed for organizations with a demonstrated history of impactful work in supporting creative entrepreneurs and advancing creative industry development across New Mexico. This includes organizations that support creative industry companies and workers.
Creative Industries Division Grant Opportunities (Existing Creative Businesses) is sponsored by New Mexico Economic Development Department. This program supports existing creative businesses in New Mexico that have at least three years of operation. The Creative Industries Division offers various grants to support artists, creative businesses, and organizations with funding for growth, infrastructure, and innovation.
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