Secure Federal ORLP Park Funding for Your City Now
The Transformative Power of the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program is not just a grant; it serves as a catalyst for transforming city parks into crucial community infrastructure. Federal ORLP funding assists communities in creating new outdoor recreation spaces, revamping existing parks, and fostering connections between people and the outdoors. The projects funded through this program generate considerable returns such as supporting economic development, strengthening health and fitness, improving public safety, and enhancing disaster resilience in communities nationwide.
Join the City Parks Alliance’s Roundtable on ORLP Funding
With the upcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the ORLP, you are invited to join the City Parks Alliance’s roundtable discussion. This event will feature the National Park Service (NPS), Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) state liaison staff, and city leaders who have successfully secured these grants.
What You’ll Gain from This Roundtable Discussion:
- A comprehensive overview of the ORLP program
- Application Essentials: A step-by-step guide for new applicants and a lessons learned refresher for those aiming to improve on previous submissions
- Peer-to-Peer Insights: City leaders who have successfully secured awards will be sharing their strategies for high-impact proposals
- Support Ecosystem: Information on the technical assistance and resources available to build a more competitive, equity-focused application for your city
The NPS manages the ORLP, which receives funding through the LWCF. This nationally competitive program provides matching grants to assist communities that have limited access to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Examples of Past ORLP Projects:
- Development and renovation of recreation areas, playgrounds, and sports fields
- Creation of open spaces for picnics, wildlife, and hiking in city neighborhoods
- Establishment of trails that connect communities and provide walking, biking, and hiking opportunities
- Land reclamation projects that mitigate pollution and make areas usable for recreation
- Wetland acquisition and creek projects that beautify communities and provide stormwater benefits
Speakers for This Roundtable:
Julie Waterman, Advocacy Director | City Parks Alliance
David Goldstein, Ph.D, Competitive Programs Manager | Land and Water Conservation Fund, National Park Service
Adam Foreman, AICP, Assistant Director | | City of Raleigh, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department
Lauryn Kabrich, Park Planner | City of Raleigh, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department
Kara Escajeda, Local Parks Grant Coordinator | Texas Parks and Wildlife
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