The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27
About This Grant
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) provides funds to develop and maintain Recreational Trails and trail-related facilities for motorized Recreational Trail uses. This includes acquisition, development and rehabilitation of trails and facilities, construction and maintenance of trails, purchase or lease of equipment, trail conditions assessments, and the development and distribution of educational messages.
Grant Summary
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27 is a Department of Parks and Recreation grant providing up to $3M for nonprofit, municipality, school district. Applications are due 2026-11-02 (closing in 29 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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How to Apply
Up to $3M
2026-11-02
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27 from Department of Parks and Recreation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Department of Parks and Recreation before the deadline.
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The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27?
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27 is offered by Department of Parks and Recreation. The listing names these applicant types: nonprofit, municipality, school district. It is available in CA. The funder's eligibility section is the authority, so confirm your organization type, location, and the population or project served against it before applying.
How much funding does the The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27 provide?
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27 provides up to $3M per award from Department of Parks and Recreation. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27 deadline?
Applications for The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27 are due 2026-11-02 (closing in 29 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Department of Parks and Recreation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27?
To apply for The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R27, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Department of Parks and Recreation.
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