Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
Forecasted
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program funds research-driven projects to enhance urban parks and recreation access in underserved Georgia communities, administered by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
Funder: Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $300,000–$15,000,000 per award; 1:1 matching required; project duration varies
Summary: Supports acquisition, development, or rehabilitation of parks and recreation facilities to expand access in underserved urban Georgia communities.
Key Information: Forecasted grant; all dates are projected based on the annual cycle.
Description
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program, administered by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), funds projects that create or significantly enhance outdoor recreation opportunities in urban and disadvantaged communities lacking access to walkable parks and recreational spaces. The program supports the acquisition, development, or rehabilitation of parks and recreation facilities, with a focus on empowering low-income residents and youth, fostering community engagement, and promoting job training or employment opportunities. Projects are encouraged to leverage public-private partnerships and coordinate resources across multiple levels of government. This initiative is authorized under the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act and aims to transform urban environments and address disparities in outdoor recreation access.
