How much funding does Land & Water Conservation Fund Recreation Grants provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Land & Water Conservation Fund Recreation Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Land & Water Conservation Fund Recreation Grants

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks

Foundation Recreation Grants Playground Grants Environmental Conservation Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Other requirements

Eligible LWCF Program applicants may include incorporated cities or towns, counties, state agencies, and tribal governments.
The organization applying to the LWCF Program must be the organization that will expend the funds and manage the grant.
Examples of eligible projects include:Ball fields.
Public parks.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: The LWCF Program does not allow third party agreements

Overview

The Land & Water Conservation Fund Recreation Grants, administered by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, support outdoor recreation projects through matching grants to state, tribal, and local entities. Eligible applicants include cities, counties, and state agencies, while a 50% non-federal match is required. The program fosters community engagement in outdoor activities and conservation efforts.

Program Specifics
The Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Program is a federal grant program administered by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP). The LWCF Program provides matching grant funds to state, tribal, and local government entities to develop outdoor recreation. Montana’s LWCF Program has funded over 800 projects throughout Montana since its creation in 1964.
The 2020-2024 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) provides guidance to direct Montana’s state-side apportionment of the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grant program.

Eligibility

Eligible LWCF Program applicants may include incorporated cities or towns, counties, state agencies, and tribal governments. The organization applying to the LWCF Program must be the organization that will expend the funds and manage the grant. Examples of eligible projects include:Ball fieldsPublic parksOutdoor municipal poolsPlaygroundsPicnic facilitiesWalking trails and moreThis grant requires a 50% non-federal match.