Community Parks and Playgrounds Program Grant Proposal Process
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is now accepting grant proposals for the Community Parks and Playgrounds Program. These proposals will be reviewed and considered for submission to the Maryland General Assembly as part of the Governor’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget proposal.
Applications are due by 3:00 pm on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
A complete Community Parks and Playgrounds Application and Project Agreement with all the necessary accompanying documents must be emailed to:
laplocalgrants.dnr@maryland.gov.
Please be advised that incomplete or late applications may not be considered for funding.
Grant Workshops
DNR staff will be available virtually via Google Meet on the following dates and times to review the grant requirements and answer any questions.
Dates:
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 10:00 am
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 4:00 pm
Google Meet joining info:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ifz-cdke-uxj
Or dial: (US) +1 302-316-4327 PIN: 179 875 458#
Community Parks and Playgrounds FY2027 Grant Proposal Guide
Brief guide on how to apply for funds.
Community Parks and Playgrounds Application and Project Agreement
Please download the fillable PDF, save on your desktop, and use the saved file to complete all required fields and submit with all necessary attachments.
Joint Use Agreement
If needed. You will either need a deed to the property held by the project applicant or a joint use agreement signed by the property owner.
Reimbursement Request
Details of the project costs so the state can reimburse your expenses up to the amount approved by the Board of Public Works.
Frequently Asked Questions
CPP Accomplishments
Contacts – Who to Call
