Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program
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Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program supports Massachusetts municipalities in acquiring parkland, building parks, and renovating existing parks for outdoor recreation.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application) | July 2027 (Support letters)
Funding Amounts: Up to $425,000; certain Small Town grants capped at $100,000; reimbursement of 52–70% of eligible costs
Summary: PARC helps Massachusetts municipalities acquire parkland, develop new parks, and renovate existing parks for public outdoor recreation.
Key Information: Municipalities must appropriate 100% of project costs and pay expenses before seeking reimbursement.
Description
The Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) program provides reimbursement grants to Massachusetts cities and towns for parkland acquisition, new park development, and improvements to existing parks. The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) administers the program through the Division of Conservation Services (DCS), with the EEA Office of Grants and Technical Assistance.
PARC aims to expand recreational opportunities for Massachusetts residents, including communities and neighborhoods with insufficient park access. Its selection system considers community financial need, accessibility for people with disabilities, climate resilience, water-based recreation, environmental education, and consistency with state and municipal recreation plans. Funded properties must remain available to the general public for active outdoor recreation and become protected parkland under Article 97.
