Description
The LWCF State Assistance Formula Grants program provides funding to state lead agencies to develop or update their State-wide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP). The program aims to assist in preserving, developing, and ensuring accessibility to outdoor recreation resources. Eligible applicants must have a current SCORP in place and must submit an application that aligns with the LWCF Act, LWCF Manual, and 2 CFR 200. The program will review each application to determine if it conforms with the LWCF Act and other relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
• The LWCF State and Local Assistance Program was established in 1964 to assist in preserving, developing, and ensuring accessibility to outdoor recreation resources.
• The program is operated by the National Park Service in partnership with designated lead agencies in each of the 50 states and other eligible areas.
• Eligible applicants must have a current SCORP in place that assesses demand and need for outdoor recreation resources and sets priorities for the use of LWCF funds.
• The program provides grants to support the development or update of SCORPs, with a maximum award amount of $250,000 and a minimum award amount of $25,000.
• The program requires a cost-sharing or matching requirement, with a minimum ratio of 1:1, and matching funds must be in hand or committed at the time of application.