Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership by the Division of Outdoor Recreation funds projects that create, develop, or revitalize public outdoor recreation spaces in Utah for long-term community benefit.
Funder: Division of Outdoor Recreation
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (state-selected applications due to NPS; annual deadline)
Funding Amounts: 50-50 cost share required; award size varies by project; in-kind services may cover up to 25% of total project cost.
Summary: Supports the creation, development, or redevelopment of public outdoor recreation spaces in Utah communities, ensuring long-term public access.
Key Information: Funded sites must remain accessible for outdoor recreation in perpetuity; strict federal requirements apply.
Description
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP), administered in Utah by the Division of Outdoor Recreation and funded through the National Park Service, is a nationally competitive grant program focused on enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities in both rural and urban communities. The program supports projects that create new outdoor recreation spaces, revitalize existing parks, and strengthen community connections to the outdoors. Eligible projects may involve the acquisition, development, or redevelopment of public outdoor recreation infrastructure. All funded sites must be maintained for public use in perpetuity, ensuring long-term community benefit and accessibility.
