Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation Grants
Funding Amount
Up to $100,000
Deadline
July 29, 2026
112 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation Grants
Funder: Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation (MSTPF)
Geographic Scope: Mat-Su Borough, Alaska
Website: matsutrails.org
Mission
The MSTPF partners with entities on projects and efforts that expand and enhance the valley's trail network and parks.- New trails and parks
- Physical improvements or development of trails, trailheads, parks, and recreation sites
- Trail, park and playground amenities, equipment and signage
- Planning and surveying
Funding Focus
The foundation supports organizations that advance quality trails and parks in the Mat-Su Borough through competitive grant applications:- Private trails or parks
- Projects on private property without legal easement
- Loans
- Endowments
- Fundraising events or tournaments
- Reimbursement for items in completed projects or already purchased items
- Ongoing operations or program funding
- Indirect rates or costs not associated with proposed project
What We Do NOT Fund
Eligibility
Prospective grantees must be legal entities, provide services or benefits to Mat-Su area residents, and have a tax identification number (EIN) to qualify:We Fund:
We Do NOT Fund:
Award Amounts & Match Requirements
Up to $20,000:
$20,001 – $50,000:
$50,001 – $100,000:
- $2,350,000 grants funded
- 400+ Miles of Trails Developed
- 74 Projects Completed
- $5,000,000 total dollars leveraged
- 85 Miles of New Trails Created
Impact (As of Website)
Contact
Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation 642 S Alaska St, Suite 215 Phone: 907-746-8757 Email: info@matsutrails.orgHow to Apply
How to Apply
The foundation accepts applications through an online grant portal only. As of August 2021, paper and PDF applications are no longer accepted.
Application Process
Applications are considered on a competitive, quarterly basis:
Round 1 (2026):
1. Applications Open: November 3rd, 2025
2. Applications Due: December 31st, 2025
3. Grants Committee Review Begins: January 6th, 2026
4. Board Review and Approval: February 18th, 2026
5. Award Notification: Week of February 23rd, 2026
Round 2 (2026):
1. Applications Open: June 1st, 2026
2. Applications Due: July 29th, 2026
3. Grants Committee Review Begins: August 4th, 2026
4. Board Review and Approval: September 16th, 2026
5. Award Notification: Week of September 21st, 2026
- Organization legal status and EIN
- Project description and timeline
- Budget and match information (see eligibility section for match requirements by award amount)
- How the project benefits Mat-Su area residents
- Project location and scope
Required Information
While specific application questions are not detailed in the provided content, applicants should be prepared to provide:Contact for Questions
Email: info@matsutrails.org Phone: 907-746-8757Staff can answer questions about the application process and provide updates on grant funding opportunities.
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