Opportunity Information: Apply for P14AS00001
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- The National Park Service in the environment natural resources other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Land and Water Conservation Fund State and Local Assistance Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.916 Outdoor RecreationAcquisition, Development and Planning.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 10, 2013 and posted on Dec 11, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 22, 2014 Applications must have been reviewed and cleared for final submission for award processing.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $50,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 300 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State and Local Assistance Program is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the National Park Service (NPS) to support outdoor recreation projects across the United States. The program provides matching grant funds to state governments, which then distribute support through state processes to local governments for eligible projects. The core purpose is to help acquire and develop land and water resources for public outdoor recreation, such as creating new parks, expanding existing recreation areas, or improving facilities that serve community recreation needs. The funding activity aligns with environment and natural resources, with the category specifically explained as outdoor recreation.
This opportunity was published under Funding Opportunity Number P14AS00001, with the official title "Land and Water Conservation Fund State and Local Assistance Program." The associated CFDA number is 15.916, listed as "Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning," which reflects the program's focus on planning and implementing recreation-related land acquisition and development work. The grant instrument type is a standard grant, and the program includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients must provide a non-federal match according to program rules, rather than relying entirely on federal dollars.
Funding levels for this cycle were substantial. The estimated total funding amount was $50,000,000, and the National Park Service anticipated making roughly 300 awards. Individual award amounts were expected to range from a minimum (award floor) of $5,000 up to a maximum (award ceiling) of $3,000,000, depending on project scope and state allocation decisions. Because the funds flow to states and are administered through state-level processes, applicants typically follow their state agency's timelines, priorities, and project selection procedures while still meeting federal LWCF requirements.
Eligibility for applying under this federal listing was limited to state governments. In practice, local governments generally participate by working through their state’s designated LWCF administering agency, which compiles and submits projects for federal consideration and ensures compliance with LWCF rules. Projects supported under LWCF commonly involve acquiring parkland or recreation areas, developing or renovating outdoor recreation facilities, and related improvements that increase public access and recreation opportunities.
Key dates show this was a time-limited, archived opportunity. The posted date was December 11, 2013 (creation date December 10, 2013). The original and current closing date were both August 22, 2014, with the note that applications needed to have been reviewed and cleared for final submission for award processing by that deadline. The opportunity was archived on September 30, 2014, indicating that this specific announcement is no longer open for new submissions.
For additional official details, the announcement referenced Grants.gov as the primary information source, with an additional information link directing users to http://www.grants.gov. The listed point of contact for assistance was Elisabeth Morgan at the National Park Service, reachable by phone at 202-354-6916 and by email at ElisabethFondriest@nps.gov (the email was provided in the listing).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State and Local Assistance Program?
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State and Local Assistance Program is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the National Park Service (NPS) that supports outdoor recreation projects across the United States. Its core purpose is to help acquire and develop land and water resources for public outdoor recreation.
What types of projects does this program support?
Based on the listing, LWCF commonly supports projects such as acquiring parkland or recreation areas, creating new parks, expanding existing recreation areas, and developing, renovating, or improving outdoor recreation facilities that serve community recreation needs and increase public access to recreation opportunities.
What is the main goal of the funding activity?
The funding activity aligns with environment and natural resources, with the category specifically described as outdoor recreation. The goal is to support public outdoor recreation through acquisition and development of land and water resources.
Who administers this grant at the federal level?
The program is administered by the National Park Service (NPS).
How does funding flow from the federal government to local projects?
The program provides matching grant funds to state governments. States then distribute support through state processes to local governments for eligible projects, while ensuring compliance with federal LWCF requirements.
Who is eligible to apply under this federal opportunity?
Eligibility under this federal listing was limited to state governments.
Can local governments apply directly to the National Park Service for this opportunity?
No. The listing indicates that local governments generally participate by working through their state’s designated LWCF administering agency, which compiles and submits projects for federal consideration.
Is this a discretionary grant opportunity?
Yes. The LWCF State and Local Assistance Program is described as a discretionary grant opportunity.
What is the grant instrument type?
The grant instrument type is a standard grant.
Does this program require a match or cost share?
Yes. The program includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients must provide a non-federal match according to program rules rather than relying entirely on federal dollars.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is P14AS00001.
What is the official title of the funding opportunity?
The official title is "Land and Water Conservation Fund State and Local Assistance Program."
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The CFDA number listed is 15.916, titled "Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning."
How much total funding was estimated for this cycle?
The estimated total funding amount for this cycle was $50,000,000.
How many awards were anticipated?
The National Park Service anticipated making roughly 300 awards.
What were the minimum and maximum expected award amounts?
Expected award amounts ranged from a minimum (award floor) of $5,000 to a maximum (award ceiling) of $3,000,000, depending on project scope and state allocation decisions.
How are individual award sizes determined?
The listing indicates that award amounts depend on project scope and state allocation decisions, since funding is administered through state-level processes.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posted date was December 11, 2013 (with a creation date of December 10, 2013).
What was the application closing date?
The original and current closing date were both August 22, 2014.
Were there any special submission timing requirements mentioned?
Yes. The listing notes that applications needed to have been reviewed and cleared for final submission for award processing by the closing date.
Is this funding opportunity still open?
No. This specific announcement is archived and is no longer open for new submissions. It was archived on September 30, 2014.
Where can applicants find official details and application information?
The announcement referenced Grants.gov as the primary information source and provided an additional information link to http://www.grants.gov.
Who is the point of contact listed for this opportunity?
The listed point of contact is Elisabeth Morgan at the National Park Service.
How can the point of contact be reached?
Elisabeth Morgan can be reached by phone at 202-354-6916 and by email at ElisabethFondriest@nps.gov.
If only states are eligible, what should a local government do to pursue LWCF support?
The listing states that local governments typically work through their state’s designated LWCF administering agency, which manages state timelines, priorities, and project selection procedures while meeting federal LWCF requirements.
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