Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program

The Land and Recreation Grants staff administers grants to local governments through the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP). This competitive, reimbursement grant program provides financial assistance for acquisition or development of land for public outdoor recreation. Eligible participants include all county governments, municipalities in Florida and other legally constituted local governmental entities with the responsibility for providing outdoor recreational sites and facilities for the general public.

 

FRDAP Administrative Rule: Administrative Rule 62D-5

Contact us for information: FRDAP Mail

 

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 Webinar	September 10, 2024 at 1 p.m.	Register to view the webinar recording. After registering, the recording will play in your browser. Download the webinar presentation.
Application Cycle and Portal Access	September 16 - October 14, 2024	Complete the FRDAP Grant Application and submit supporting documentation through the DEP Grantee Portal only. THE PORTAL REQUIRES ACCESS THROUGH GOOGLE CHROME ONLY DEP Grantee Portal The FRDAP Application Instructions Guide provides guidance and helpful tips on how to successfully complete an application.  Download the Guide