LWCF State Assistance Formula Grants - Planning - FY24
ID: 352178Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Park Service (DOI-NPS)

Award Range

$3K - $250K

Eligible Applicants

State Governments

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The National Park Service is offering funding opportunities through the LWCF State Assistance Formula Grants for Planning in FY24, aimed at supporting state governments in developing or updating their State-wide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plans (SCORP) and other recreation planning projects. Eligible states must have a current SCORP that assesses outdoor recreation needs and priorities, as funding is contingent upon addressing these identified goals. With an estimated total program funding of $1.5 million, the grants range from $2,500 to $250,000, with approximately 10 awards expected to be made. Interested applicants should note that the application deadline is July 12, 2024, and can reach out to the Program Manager, Missy Morrison, at Mary_Morrison@nps.gov for further inquiries.

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