Trail Stewardship Grant Program 2024 application cycle opens November 1

HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is accepting applications for the Trail Stewardship Grant Program from Nov. 1 to Jan. 15.

TSP grants can fund the development, renovation, and maintenance of motorized and nonmotorized recreational trails and trailside facilities. This state-funded program will award approximately $2 million during the 2024 funding cycle.

Applicants may request up to $100,000 with a 10 percent required match. Grant applicants may include tribal, state, county, municipal or federal agencies, school districts, and nonprofit recreational organizations and clubs. An organization can submit only one grant application per grant cycle.

A webinar training and a question-and-answer session will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 2:30 p.m. This session is highly recommended for new and returning applicants. The training will provide helpful information on program requirements and tips on writing a competitive application and using the grant management software. The training will be held via Zoom. For login information, visit fwp.mt.gov/aboutfwp/grant-programs/trail-stewardship

For more information about the program, visit the TSP webpage at fwp.mt.gov/aboutfwp/grant-programs/tr