Colorado Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant

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.

About the Agency
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is a national leader in conservation, recreation and wildlife management.
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.