State grantCalifornia
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
Offered by Department of Parks and Recreation
Source: California Grants Portal. View the official listing. Listed from the California Grants Portal (grants.ca.gov). Grantgrove is not affiliated with or endorsed by the State of California.
- Who can apply
- Cities, counties, tribes, and public park and recreation agencies.
- How much
- Amount not listed
- By when
- Due Jan 14Opens October 23, 2026
Checked Oct 26, 2026
About this grant
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) was established by Congress in 1964 to fulfill a bipartisan commitment to safeguard our natural areas, water resources and cultural heritage, and to provide recreation opportunities to all Americans. Using zero taxpayer dollars, the LWCF invests earnings from offshore oil and gas leasing to help strengthen communities, preserve our history and protect our national endowment of lands and waters.
Eligibility details
- Eligible applicants: Cities & counties Federally recognized Native American tribes Joint Powers Authorities (JPA) where all members are public agencies. Can include a state agency if at least one member is a local (non-state) public agency or district & was formed for providing PARK and recreation areas. Non-state agency recreation & park districts and special districts with authority to acquire, operate, & maintain public park and recreation areas.
- Geography: Projects may occur on state, tribal, or federal lands.
- Matching funds: 50%
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