Description
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State Assistance Formula Grants program provides funding to states and territories for outdoor recreation projects, including land acquisition and development. The program is operated by the National Park Service (NPS) in partnership with designated lead agencies in each state. Eligible applicants include state governments, local units of government, and Indian tribes. The program requires a non-federal cost-share at a minimum ratio of 1:1. The grants can range in size from $15,000 to $15,000,000, and the average grant size is approximately $350,000. The program has a number of requirements, including a Buy America domestic content procurement preference. Key aspects of the job include:
• Land acquisition and development for outdoor recreation purposes
• Public ownership and access requirements
• Non-federal cost-share requirements
• Buy America domestic content procurement preference
• Reporting and monitoring requirements