Plain-English explanation
Eligible nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal governments may pursue this continuous-intake program for projects within the Conservancy’s territorial jurisdiction that enhance park facilities, make recreational improvements, expand public access to conservation land, or reduce environmental impacts that cause climate change. The clearest competitive advantage stated in the notice is service to priority communities: projects primarily serving several economically disadvantaged communities with median incomes below 60% of the statewide median receive priority, while certain other disadvantaged-community and outdoor-recreation-underserved projects receive additional scoring points. Applicants must submit a pre-application form and meet with Conservancy staff before submitting an application. Award amounts, cost share, and full criteria are not in the packet.