Grant funding is available for partners and Tribes to support local programs and gear libraries that get people onto National Forests and Grasslands. At least 60% of the Community Recreation Fund will go to projects in Justice40 communities (check out the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool map). Letter of support from the local Forest Service unit suggested but not required.
Applications Due June 30th
Grant Criteria
• Community engagement and program outreach: proposal shows engagement with communities that are disproportionately affected by systemic inequities as defined by the Justice40 Climate & Economic Justice screening tool and/or the Forest Service Wildfire Crisis Strategy Priority Landscapes;
• Sustainability and impact: proposal demonstrates reduction in barriers to access and recreation; and emphasizes deepening partnerships that develop a sense of belonging and connection for underrepresented communities with the outdoors; and
• Relationship and partnership building: proposal conveys status of new and/or established partnership(s) with local Forest Service offices/districts; demonstrates commitment to strengthening these partnerships over time; and describes collaborative efforts to promote and sustain these programs.
Award Timeline:
• April 11 – June 30, 2024: Open application period.
• July – October 2024: Proposals are reviewed, grant recipients are selected and notified, and funds are disbursed
• August 2024 – September 2025: Recipients will continue to be supported in monitoring and technical assistance meetings with Next 100 Coalition and the Forest Service. Depending on project and scope, the Next 100 Coalition and the Forest Service may inquire about a potential site visit.
• September 30, 2025: Grant reports due.
Grant Site: Community Recreation Fund
