Recreation Grant Money Available

October 3, 2007

(Concord, NH) The New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation announces Grant Round Twenty-Three (FY2008 Funding) of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). The LWCF is a federal 50/50 matching grant program targeted at enhancing New Hampshire’s outdoor recreational opportunities.

Funds can be used for the development of facilities or acquisition of land for public outdoor recreation areas. New Hampshire public agencies, cities, towns, and school districts are eligible to apply. Though Congress is still deliberating whether to approve funding for this program, this year's apportionment is expected to be flat funded. The total amount available for local projects is still to be determined but there will be a cap of $20,000 LWCF funds per project.

Application packages for the Land and Water Conservation Fund grants are available now. Application intent forms are due by October 22, 2007 with completed applications due on January 15, 2008.

The LWCF grant program is administered by the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation. The division is part of the Department of Resources and Economic Development and manages 72 state parks, campgrounds, historic sites, trails, and natural waysides. For information about the LWCF Program and to obtain a grant application, visit our website at www.nhstateparks.org or call 603/271-3556.