Grants Programs
Dane County offers grant opportunities that benefit natural resource protection and outdoor recreation throughout the County.
Partners for Recreation & Conservation (PARC) Program
The Partners for Recreation & Conservation (PARC) Grant Program provides capital financial assistance
to local units of government or nonprofits for outdoor recreation and conservation projects that have
the potential to generate significant regional benefits. The 2013 Dane County Budget includes $1-million
in matching funds for eligible projects. Grants will be awarded for up to 50% of the project costs, not
to exceed $250,000.
The deadline for grant applications is Friday, May 3rd, 2013.
For more information, contact Sara Kwitek at 224-3611 or kwitek@countyofdane.com
Conservation Fund Grant Program
The Conservation Fund Grant Program offers grants to non-profit organizations and local
governmental units for the purchase of land or land interests identified in the
Dane County Parks & Open Space Plan
or for lands in buffer areas immediately adjacent to park lands. Recognizing the power
of partnerships in leveraging County dollars and accelerating the purchase of properties,
this program earmarks up to 20% of the Dane County Conservation Fund for these grants.
There is no application deadline. Applications are accepted throughout the year and can be submitted within 6 months after the property is purchased.
For more information, contact Sara Kwitek at 224-3611 or kwitek@countyofdane.com