Application cycle for Recreational Trails Program grants opens today

HELENA – Applications for Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grants will be accepted from Nov. 15 to Jan. 15. RTP is a federally funded grant program administered through Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks that awards approximately $1.5 million annually.  

Applicants may request up to $100,000 with a required match of 20 percent. Eligible activities include construction or maintenance of motorized and nonmotorized trails or trail-related facilities, purchase of trail equipment and development of trail education or ethics programs. 

Grant applicants may include federal, tribal, state, county or municipal agencies (including school districts); and private corporations, including nonprofits. An organization can submit only one grant application per grant cycle. 

A webinar training, including a question-and-answer session, will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 9 a.m. This session is highly recommended for new and returning applicants. The training will provide helpful information on program requirements, tips on writing a competitive application and using the grant management software to apply. Interested parties must register for the training to receive a meeting link.  

For more information on the program and how to apply, visit the Recreational Trails Program webpage or contact RTP Program Manager Stephanie Clemen at stephanie.adamsclemen@mt.gov.