Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program
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Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program
FRDAP Grant Recipient Resources
The 2027-2028 FRDAP Application Cycle opens Sept. 15, 2026
All local governments with the legal responsibility for providing outdoor recreation sites and facilities for the use and benefit of the public may submit FRDAP applications during the application submission period. A local government entity is a county government, municipality (incorporated city, town, or village), or an independent special district of the State of Florida with legal responsibility for providing outdoor recreation sites and facilities for use and benefit of the general public. The maximum grant request may not exceed $200,000.00. An applicant’s request for grant funds may be revised by the Department based on the availability of program funds. Grant awards are contingent upon appropriation by the Florida Legislature.
Application Cycle and Portal Access | Sept. 15th, 8:00 a.m. EDT, 2026 - Oct 15th, 5:00 p.m. EDT 2026 | Complete the FRDAP Grant Application and submit supporting documentation through the DEP Grantee Portal only. THE PORTAL REQUIRES ACCESS THROUGH GOOGLE CHROME ONLY The FRDAP Application Instructions Guide provides guidance and helpful tips on how to successfully complete an application. |
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FRDAP Grant Application Cycle - FY 2027 – 28 Pre-Recorded Webinar Materials
To view the video recordings, Please use the links below.
FRDAP Pre-Recorded Webinar Playlist
- FRDAP Application Webinar -- Overview
- FRDAP Application Webinar -- Evaluation
- FRDAP Application Webinar -- Submitting
- FRDAP Application Webinar -- Supporting Documentation
- FAR Notice
- Application Information
- SAMPLE Application
- FRDAP Grant Portal Account and User Registration Instructions
- Tips for Successfully Establishing Site Control
- State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
- Florida Greenways and Trails System Plan
- REDI/ROA Community Eligibility. To determine your REDI/ROA eligibility, please visit the Florida Commerce website.
FRDAP Priority Lists | The Florida Legislature appropriated $14.2 million to fund the FY 2023-24 Recommended FRDAP Priority List. The Florida Legislature appropriated $11.2 million to fund the FY 2023-24 Recommended FRDAP Priority List. The Florida Legislature appropriated $10,721,968 to fund the FY 2022-23 Recommended FRDAP Priority List. The Florida Legislature appropriated $1,998,100 to fund the entire small project priority list for eligible FRDAP projects. |
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