Newsroom2024 KDWP Recreational Trails Program Grant Applications
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Are you planning a trail project in your community and need funding assistance? The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks’ Recreational Trails Program provides 80% matching funds to selected recreational projects. Applications are now available! The next application round will be due November 15, 2024.
EBH will be your trusted advisor throughout the grant application and funding process leading to the design and engineering of your project. We work closely with funding and regulatory agencies to reach win-win design and engineering solutions, maximizing the use of grant funds for your city.
Contact EBH Engineering today to learn more about how we can help you obtain funding and provide engineering design services for your next trail project! We look forward to talking with you.
Applications must be postmarked or emailed by November 15th, 2024. The program provides 80 percent reimbursement to selected outdoor recreation projects. Projects that provide for motorized recreation activities are encouraged, as 30% of the funding is to be devoted to motorized projects. Qualifying projects include new trail or trailhead construction, maintenance or reconstruction of existing trails, enhancements or upgrades to existing trails/trailheads, development and planning, or land acquisition and easements. Your application must include the completed forms available for download below and a detailed cost breakdown along with a detailed site plan. This program is very similar to the Land and Water Conservation Program. Many of the same guidelines, forms and documentation will be utilized. Generally, overhead or administrative costs will not be funded from this program, but a portion of these costs may be used as part of the local match. The objective of the program is to get trails and trail facilities on the ground and not to fund administration. The local match must be detailed on the application form and may not be from any other Federal source. All projects selected must fall into one or more of three categories: motorized, non-motorized, or diversified recreational trail or trail-related projects. Proposals that provide for improved ADA and environmental impacts will receive a high priority.
Helpful links for completion of the Recreational Trails Grant