2026 Deadlines:

Opens: March 9, 2026
Due: June 30, 2026
Great Strides Grants

Opens: May 1, 2026
Due: August 28, 2026
Matching Grants
FUN Park Grants

MATCHING Grants

• Eligible applicants: All municipalities and counties in Arkansas.
• Maximum award: No maximum limit*

  *While there is no maximum limit for Matching Grant awards, applicants will have to provide an equal match. Projects will be evaluated based on multiple factors including but not limited to: quality of project, demonstrated need, and available funding.

• Eligible projects: Development of outdoor recreation facilities and land acquisition.
• Funding: Reimbursement up to 50% of project costs.
• Grant completion timeframe: Grant projects should be completed within two years of the award notice.

FUN PARK Grants

• Eligible applicants: Municipalities in Arkansas with populations of 7,500 or less and unincorporated communities; sponsored by the county.
• Maximum award: Up to $100,000 (no match required).
• Eligible projects: Development of most outdoor recreation facilities.
• Funding: Grantee will be issued the grant amount in two installments to be discussed prior to project development. 
• Grant completion timeframe: Grant project should be completed within two years of award notice.
• Application guide: Projects should be completed within one year of contract date.

Great Strides Program Grants

Trails for Life

• Eligible applicants: All municipalities and counties in Arkansas.
• Maximum award: Up to $250,000 (no match required)*.
  *The total grant pool is $250,000
• Eligible projects: Development of new walking trails, expansion or renovation of existing walking trails, trail signs and markings if included as part of a construction or renovation project.
• Funding: Grantee will be issued the grant amount in two installments to be discussed prior to project development. 
• Grant completion timeframe: Grant projects should be completed within one year of award notice.