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HCN Grants Est. 2026
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Open

State Park and Forest Heritage Trust Fund

Dealbreakers Cost share: not stated
Geography: WI
“Wisconsin state parks, southern state forests, state trails, or state recreation areas.” — From the announcement
Audit: not stated Reimbursement-only: not stated

At a glance

No plain-language summary yet for this grant — the official description below is the best source.

What it funds

  • Community Development
  • Natural Resources
  • Other
Official description from dnr.wisconsin.gov

This program provides grants to eligible Friends Groups for the maintenance and operations of Wisconsin state parks, southern state forests, state trails, or state recreation areas. Grants support approved projects such as interpretive programs, accessibility improvements, special events and public information, habitat restoration, and basic facility operations and maintenance. Awards are matched by the Friends Group's endowment interest and are limited to half of the group's match, up to $30,000 per year per property.

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
Geographic restriction Wisconsin only
“Wisconsin state parks, southern state forests, state trails, or state recreation areas.” — From the announcement