Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program funds science-driven urban outdoor recreation facility projects in New Hampshire, administered by the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources.
Funder: New Hampshire Department of Natural & Cultural Resources
Due Dates: November 1, 2030
Funding Amounts: $300,000–$15,000,000 per project (1:1 match required)
Summary: Supports land acquisition, park development, and facility renovation to enhance public outdoor recreation in qualifying New Hampshire urban areas.
Key Information: Projects must serve urban areas (population 25,000+ or adjacent urban areas totaling 25,000+).
Description
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program, administered in New Hampshire by the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources (DNCR) and funded through the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), provides competitive national grants for the acquisition, development, or renovation of public outdoor recreation facilities in qualified urban communities. The program aims to expand and improve recreational infrastructure, ensuring long-term public access and stewardship. Projects must align with statewide outdoor recreation priorities and demonstrate a commitment to lasting public benefit.
