The FY13 PARC grant round is now open.
The PARC Program (formerly the Urban Self-Help Program) was established in 1977 to assist cities and towns in acquiring and developing land for park and outdoor recreation purposes. Any town with a population of 35,000 or more year-round residents, or any city regardless of size, that has an authorized park /recreation commission is eligible to participate in the program. Communities that do not meet the population criteria listed above may still qualify under the "small town," "regional," or "statewide" project provisions of the program.
Only projects that are to be developed for suitable outdoor recreation purposes, whether active or passive in nature, shall be considered for funding. Grants are available for the acquisition of land and the construction, or renovation of park and outdoor recreation facilities, such as swimming pools, zoos, athletic play fields, playgrounds and game courts. Access by the general public is required.
Below you will find links to the most recent application package for your reference. Check this page often for news of the next grant offering.
PARC Grant Links
Program Regulations: 301 CMR 5.00
Contact:
Melissa Cryan
617-626-1171
Melissa.Cryan@State.MA.US
This information provided by the Division of Conservation Services (DCS).