The Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) has announced the largest competitive grant opportunity in its history. A total of $58 million in grant funding is being made available to fund projects that protect, connect, and reimagine parks and open space across Los Angeles County.

The competitive grant funding includes:

• $24 million for projects that protect and restore natural areas, water resources, and open space. This includes parks, beaches, rivers, lakes, nature centers, and wildlife habitats.
• $16 million to support the improvement and connection of regional parks, trails, and recreational facilities to help make parks, outdoor spaces, and recreational amenities more accessible for all.
• $18 million is being made available for the first ever competitive planning and design grants. This includes park master plans, feasibility studies, and design documents to help bring future park projects to fruition.

The complete guidelines and registration details for an informational webinar on July 23, 2025, can be found via the link here.

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