Grant Funding for Parks, Trails, and Conservation Projects

GrantID: 4937

Grant Funding Amount Low: Open

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant Amount High: Open

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Summary

These funding opportunities support projects across Illinois focused on improving outdoor recreation, environmental conservation, and public access to natural spaces. The programs generally serve statewide applicants and are intended to strengthen community infrastructure such as trails, parks, waterways, and habitat areas. Funding is typically used for development, restoration, and long-term maintenance of recreational and ecological resources. Priority is often given to projects that enhance safety, expand access for the public, protect wildlife and natural habitats, and promote sustainable land and water use. Eligible applicants are usually local governments and nonprofit organizations working to improve community spaces and environmental quality through public-serving initiatives.


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Community Development & Services grants, Environment grants, Higher Education grants, Municipalities grants, Non-Profit Support Services grants, Pets/Animals/Wildlife grants.

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Overview

This grant is meant to financially support organizations or entities that focus their efforts on, but not limited to: Community Development & Services, Environment, Higher Education, Municipalities, Non-Profit Support Services, Pets/Animals/Wildlife, Research & Evaluation, Science, Technology Research & Development, Sports & Recreation.