Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants from Colorado Parks and Wildlife fund science-driven projects to protect natural resources and enhance public outdoor recreation in Colorado.
Funder: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $86 million distributed in Colorado since inception; typical award size and duration vary by project
Summary: Supports government agencies in Colorado to acquire land and develop or improve public outdoor recreation sites and facilities.
Description
The Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants, administered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife on behalf of the National Park Service, provide funding to protect natural resources and enhance public outdoor recreation opportunities throughout Colorado. Since 1965, the program has enabled government agencies to acquire land, create new outdoor spaces, and improve existing recreational sites such as parks, playgrounds, trails, and wetlands. The grants have played a significant role in expanding Colorado’s outdoor recreation infrastructure, supporting over 1,000 projects and distributing more than $86 million statewide.
