LWCF State Assistance Formula Grants - State Planning - FY21 Cycle 2

The National Park Service is providing funding opportunities for State lead agencies to develop or update their State-wide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) through the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State Assistance Formula Grants. The LWCF State and Local Assistance Program aims to assist in preserving, developing, and assuring accessibility to outdoor recreation resources. Eligible applicants must have a current SCORP in place and must submit applications electronically through Grants.gov. The program requires a minimum 1:1 match of non-Federal funds, and the maximum award amount is $250,000. Key aspects of the project include: • Developing or updating a SCORP to assess demand and need for outdoor recreation resources • Aligning the project with the LWCF Manual and other relevant laws, regulations, and policies • Providing a narrative description of the project, including a timeline and planned results • Submitting a detailed budget narrative and SF-424A Budget Information form • Complying with cost-sharing and matching requirements • Meeting the eligibility criteria outlined in the LWCF Manual and 2 CFR 200.