LWCF: Application Process, Submission Cycles, and Funded Projects
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Since 1965 the LWCF has provided more than $5.2 billion through more than 44,000 grants for a wide variety of projects such as parks, sports and playfields, swimming and boating areas, trails, campgrounds, and similar. Each State is responsible for administering competitions, selecting projects, and then submitting project applications to NPS for review and final decision on award.
Eligible applicants include county governments and incorporated municipalities of the state of Florida and other legally constituted local governmental entities with the legal responsibility for the provision of outdoor recreational sites and facilities for the use and benefit of the general public. The LWCF grant is provided on a 50:50 (Program: Grantee) matching basis. Applicants must submit proposals through the postal mail on application form DRP-121, LWCF Grant Application Package.
The maximum grant request for development projects may not exceed $1.5 million. The maximum grant request for acquisition projects may not exceed $1.5 million. An applicant's requested grant funds may be revised by the department due to the availability of program funds. Grant awards are contingent upon appropriation by the federal government.
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Manual
FY2025-2026 Submission Cycle and Webinar
| Grant Program | Application Webinar | Grant Submission Cycle |
|---|---|---|
| Land and Water Conservation Fund | View the Webinar Recording | November 15 - December 15, 2025 |
FY2025-2026 Application Webinar Materials
FY2025-2026 Application Materials
- Application Instructions
- Application Form
- Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP)
- NPS Form 10-904, Application and Review (A&R) Form
- OMB No. 4040-0019, Project Abstract Summary
- Standard Form 424A, Budget Information - Non-Construction Programs (Acquisition)
- Standard Form 424C, Budget Information - Construction Programs (Development)
LWCF Funded Projects
2025-2026 Land and Water Conservation Fund Recommended Applicant Priority List
2024-2025 Land and Water Conservation Fund Recommended Applicant Priority List
2023-2024 Land and Water Conservation Fund Recommended Applicant Priority List
2022-2023 Land and Water Conservation Fund Recommended Applicant Priority List
2021-2022 Land and Water Conservation Fund Recommended Rollover Applicant Priority List
2020-2021 Land and Water Conservation Fund Recommended Applicant Priority List
2019-2020 Land and Water Conservation Fund Recommended Applicant Priority List
For projects funded prior to 2019, refer to the Interactive Map of Historic LWCF Funded Projects.