NH Grant-In-Aid (GIA) Grant Program

The NH Grant-In-Aid (GIA) Grant Program supports organized, non-profit off highway recreational vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile clubs in New Hampshire. It provides funding for projects that enhance the development, maintenance, grooming, and safety of public trails. This program is vital for improving the experience of OHRV and snowmobile riders, ensuring proper trail care and safety. Funded by registration fees and gas taxes, these grants are crucial for sustaining recreational activities in the state.

NOTE: OHRV clubs apply for grants yearly through the Program. Snowmobile clubs apply for grants twice a year; summer grants for trail work/equipment and winter grants for grooming assistance.
The purpose of the Grant-In-Aid (GIA) Program is to provide assistance to organized, non-profit off highway recreational vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile (SMC) clubs for projects that will benefit the ridership of OHRVs and snowmobiles.
The intent of the Program is to enhance the development, maintenance, construction, grooming, grading, and safety of public use OHRV and SMC trails in New Hampshire.
The GIA Program is governed by Administrative rules. Ncr 840 Grant in Aid Program rules & Ncr 850 Bureau Trails Use rules were adopted in June 2025. These rules can be found here: NH State Parks - Administrative Rules.
Funding for the Program is derived from OHRV and SMC registration fees and un-refunded gas taxes. These funds are dedicated to the GIA Program through RSA, kept in a separate account, and cannot be utilized for any other purpose.