At a glance
Moderate Complexity
The Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program (VPA-HIP) offers up to $52 million to state and tribal governments to help them create or improve programs that encourage private landowners to open their lands for public recreational activities like hunting and fishing. The grants can last up to three years, and each project can receive between $100,000 and $3 million. Part of the funding can also be used to enhance wildlife habitats on these lands.
Who it's for: This grant is specifically for state and tribal governments that want to develop or enhance programs encouraging private landowners to allow public access for recreational activities.
More details
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications from non-state or non-tribal entities
- Requests exceeding $3 million
- Projects longer than 3 years
- Incomplete applications
- Applications submitted after the deadline
What You May Need
- Completed application form
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility as a state or tribal government
- Registration with Grants.gov
- DUNS number
- SAM registration
- Environmental impact assessment (if applicable)
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
Cautions
- Only state and tribal governments are eligible
- Ensure all registrations and documentation are complete before applying
- Strict adherence to application guidelines is required