Colorado Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant

Colorado Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Amount: US $100,000 - US $1,250,000
Last Updated: August 11, 2025

Summary

The Colorado Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides essential grants for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreational spaces. Administered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the program plays a crucial role in preserving natural resources and facilitating community engagement with the environment. Grants range from $100,000 to $1,250,000, requiring a 1:1 match with at least 10% in cash, ensuring local investment in outdoor initiatives.

Overview

About the Agency Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is a national leader in conservation, recreation and wildlife management. We are Colorado’s primary agency focused on protecting and caring for our most valued and valuable resources. These resources form the very fabric of our state and define who we are. Our mission is to manage wildlife, maintain a quality state parks system and provide outdoor recreation opportunities that inspire the people of Colorado and our visitors. Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program​ ​​From parks to playgrounds, wilderness to wetlands, bicycle paths to hiking trails, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) has helped government agencies nationwide to protect valuable natural resources and provide meaningful public recreation opportunities since 1965. Administered locally by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) on behalf of the National Park Service (NPS), the program focuses on land acquisition to create new outdoor spaces, or the development of existing sites and facilities dedicated to public outdoor recreation How much funding is on offer? Grants ranging from $100,000 to $1,250,000 are available but must be matched 1:1 with at least 10% cash.

Eligibility

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