Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant Program
Forecasted
The LAND Grant Program funds the acquisition of land for conservation and passive recreation in Massachusetts, protecting ecological diversity and public access, and is administered by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $425,000 per municipality; reimbursement of 52–70% of eligible project costs; typically 1-year project period.
Summary: Supports Massachusetts municipalities in acquiring land for conservation and passive recreation, reimbursing a significant portion of eligible land acquisition costs.
Key Information: Only municipal conservation/agricultural commissions with an up-to-date Open Space and Recreation Plan are eligible.
Description
The Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant Program provides financial assistance to Massachusetts cities and towns to acquire land for conservation and passive recreation. Administered by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), the program reimburses a portion of the costs for purchasing land or conservation restrictions to protect open space, enhance ecological integrity, and expand recreational opportunities for the public. Projects must result in permanently protected open space dedicated to conservation and passive recreation, with public access for appropriate uses.
