The Marion County Parks And Recreation Commission (MCPARC) provides technical and financial assistance to municipalities and community groups for the planning, development and rehabilitation of public park and recreation facilities.
Donor Name: Marion County Parks And Recreation Commission (MCPARC)
State: West Virginia
County: Marion County (WV)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/11/2026
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The MCPARC annually allocates funds, as available, in the form of a grant, for the development of recreation facilities. By design, this grant will primarily assist communities in the development of parks, playgrounds and facilities.
Priorities
Projects that provide recreational opportunity for large groups, demonstrate community wide interest and cooperation, and can be completed within one calendar year.
Project Types
A municipality or community group may apply for grant assistance to undertake any of the following three types of projects:
- Park Rehabilitation and Development Projects
- Projects under this component involve the rehabilitation and development of parks, indoor recreation facilities and outdoor recreation facilities; rehabilitation and development of historic or open space resources which are outstanding examples of West Virginia’s cultural heritage and which will enhance community conservation and community economic development; renovation of existing parks and indoor/outdoor recreation facilities to improve accessibility to special populations; and completion of the development of public parks and indoor/outdoor recreation facilities on lands which have previously been acquired for these purposes.
- Small Communities/Small Projects
- Rehabilitation and development of basic parks and recreation facilities such as picnic areas, tot lots, informal ball fields, fitness courses, hiking and nature trails, etc. and minor renovations of indoor recreation facilities may be funded under this component.
- Technical Assistance Grant Projects
- Involves the collection, analysis and presentation of information, alternatives and recommendations to assist applicants with the development of planning strategies and courses of action to address local park, recreation and conservation concerns.
Eligibility Criteria
Any municipality or community group within Marion County: Recreation boards, community service action agencies, non-profit groups or organizations, schools and athletic organizations.
For more information, visit MCPARC.
