Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
Department of Parks and Recreation
Summary
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) was established by Congress in 1964 to fulfill a bipartisan commitment to safeguard our natural areas, water resources and cultural heritage, and to provide recreation opportunities to all Americans. Using zero taxpayer dollars, the LWCF invests earnings from offshore oil and gas leasing to help strengthen communities, preserve our history and protect our national endowment of lands and waters.
Eligibility
Public Agency; Tribal Government | Cities & counties Federally recognized Native American tribes Joint Powers Authorities (JPA) where all members are public agencies. Can include a state agency if at least one member is a local (non-state) public agency or district & was formed for providing PARK and recreation areas. Non-state agency recreation & park districts and special districts with authority to acquire, operate, & maintain public park and recreation areas. | Projects may occur on state, tribal, or federal lands.