The National Park Service (NPS) is inviting applications for the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program (ORLP), a competitive grant initiative aimed at enhancing parks and recreational opportunities in underserved urban communities. This program, funded under the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), requires eligible applicants, specifically state governments and recognized tribal entities, to provide a 50% non-federal cost share for their projects, which must align with Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plans (SCORPs). The ORLP is significant for promoting public-private partnerships and community engagement in the acquisition and development of outdoor recreational areas, with an estimated total program funding of $450 million and awards ranging from $300,000 to $15 million. Interested applicants must submit their proposals electronically by November 1, 2029, and can contact Rachelle Bruse at rachelle_bruse@nps.gov for further information.

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The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service announces the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program, offering competitive grants to enhance parks and recreational opportunities in underserved urban communities. Under the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), this initiative supports the acquisition and development of outdoor recreational areas, promoting public-private partnerships and community engagement. Eligible applicants include state governments and recognized tribal entities, who must provide a 50% non-federal cost share.

The ORLP aims to facilitate projects aligned with Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plans (SCORPs), emphasizing community involvement and environmental sustainability. Applications are open twice a year, with submission deadlines in June and November. Projects will be evaluated based on their alignment with ORLP goals, such as improving access to recreational resources and fostering local investment in green spaces. Selected projects must submit a comprehensive application within a year, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

This funding opportunity aims to advance ecological restoration, community health, and cultural enrichment, encouraging diverse perspectives and contributions during the planning and development phases. With annual funding anticipated for 25-40 projects, the ORLP represents a significant federal effort to support outdoor recreation in underserved areas across the nation.

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This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites applications for the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program, administered by the National Park Service (NPS). The ORLP Program is a competitive grant initiative under the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Act, aimed at enhancing parks, recreational opportunities, and conservation areas in urban, underserved communities. It complements the LWCF Stateside and Local Assistance Program formula grants to address the needs of these areas.The LWCF State and Local Assistance Program works with designated state, commonwealth, and territory agencies to provide grants to subrecipients: community organizations, local governments, federally recognized Tribes, Alaska Native Corporations (ANC), Alaska Native Organizations (ANO), and the Native Hawaiian Communities. These grants fund the acquisition and development of parks and outdoor recreation areas, as well as the renovation of existing facilities. Since ORLP projects are funded by LWCF they follow the same requirements to receive an award.To qualify for LWCF funds, each state must maintain an approved Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP), which evaluates the supply and demand for outdoor recreation resources and sets funding priorities. Since ORLP projects are funded by LWCF, they must also align with their state&#8217;s SCORP. Funding for the ORLP Program does not impact a state or territory&#8217;s LWCF State and Local Assistance Program formula grant apportionment.As per the LWCF Act, a 1:1 or 50% minimum non-Federal share is required for ORLP award eligibility. Funds or in-kind contributions, such as land or services acquired with most other Federal funds, are not eligible for matching. Exceptions exist, however, for funds authorized by their enabling legislation to be treated as non-federal match. Common options include HUD&#8217;s Community Development Block Grants and Federal Highway Administration&#8217;s Recreation Trails Program.

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