The Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a federally funded grant program administered through FWP that awards approximately $1.8 million annually. Eligible activities include development, renovation or expansion of outdoor public recreation areas including public parks, skate parks, hiking or biking areas, playgrounds, splash pads, playing fields, tennis courts and municipal pools.

Grant applicants may include incorporated cities and towns, counties, state agencies and tribal governments. An applicant may only submit one grant application per grant cycle.

Pre-applications will be accepted June 1 through July 31. For more information and instructions on how to apply, visit the LWCF Program webpage.

For any questions, contact LWCF Program Manager Olivia Hollis at olivia.hollis@mt.gov, or LWCF State Liaison Officer Adam Brooks at abrooks@mt.gov.