The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a federal program that supports outdoor recreation in Nebraska by providing funding to eligible state and local government entities for acquiring, developing, and renovating parks, recreation areas and public lands.
Donor Name: Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
State: Nebraska
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement
Deadline: 08/22/2025
Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million
Grant Duration: 3 Years
Details:
The LWCF grant helps fund urban projects such as playgrounds, sports fields and aquatic centers. It also supports activities like hiking, camping, fishing and wildlife viewing, and ensures the ongoing preservation of green spaces for activities such as birdwatching, trail running and outdoor play. By improving recreational access and equity, the LWCF enhances outdoor opportunities for all Nebraskans, enriching the state’s recreational and environmental experiences.
Funding Information
- Grant minimum: $75,000 (with a project cost of $150,000 minimum)
- Grant maximum: $600,000 (with a project cost of $1.2 million minimum)
- Reimbursable expenses are limited to the period of performance, approximately a three-year period after award, with the exception of architectural or engineering fees.
Eligible Projects
- Playgrounds
- Aquatic Facilities
- Picnic Facilities
- Recreational Trails
- Shelter Houses
- Ballfields/Soccer Fields
- Tennis Courts/Multi-Purpose Courts
- Restrooms (and Other Types of Support Amenities)
- Fishing and Observation Docks
- Ziplines and Climbing Walls.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants:
- villages
- cities
- tribes
- public power districts
- natural resource districts
- political subdivisions, except for schools
- counties and state agricultural societies
- Land acquisition eligibility:
- Acquisition of land for outdoor recreation is eligible for fund assistance and is required to be developed within three years. Land can also be donated for development.
For more information, visit NGPC.
