Environmental Protection Fund Grants Program for Parks, Preservation and Heritage (EPF)
This funding program provides financial support to municipalities, state agencies, and nonprofits in New York for the acquisition and improvement of parks, historic sites, and heritage areas, with increased funding available for projects in high-poverty areas.
Description
Donor Name: Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (OPRHP)
State: New York
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: June 2024
Size of the Grant: Up to $675,000
Grant Duration: Not specified
Details/Overview:
The Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) Grants Program for Parks, Preservation, and Heritage offers up to $26 million to support the acquisition, planning, development, and improvement of parks, historic properties, and heritage areas in New York State. Eligible applicants include municipalities, state agencies, and nonprofits. Grants cover up to 50% of project costs, with up to 75% available for projects in high-poverty areas. Applications are due by June 2024.