Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP)
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership supports innovative research and development of outdoor recreation infrastructure across Oklahoma, funded by the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department.
Funder: Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Annual review deadline) | September 1, 2027 (Annual application deadline for submission to OTRD)
Funding Amounts: Award amounts vary; multi-year funding available for eligible outdoor recreation projects.
Summary: Supports development and enhancement of outdoor recreation projects across Oklahoma through a streamlined, annual application process.
Description
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) is a grant program administered by the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department (OTRD) aimed at supporting outdoor recreation initiatives throughout Oklahoma. The ORLP provides a consistent, multi-year framework for applicants to develop, refine, and implement projects that enhance outdoor recreation opportunities and infrastructure. Operating under a unified Notice of Funding Opportunity for five years, the program streamlines the application process with annual review and submission cycles, ensuring projects are well-prepared before final submission to the National Park Service.
