Good Neighbor Authority - Recreation

Department Of The Interior, National Park Service

The Good Neighbor Authority (GNA) is intended to expand limited federal capacity to implement Recreation enhancement or improvement services: The term "recreation enhancement or improvement services" means- (A) establishing, repairing, restoring, improving, relocating, constructing, or reconstructing new or existing- (i) trails or trailheads; (ii) campgrounds and camping areas; (iii) cabins; (iv) picnic areas or other day use areas; (v) shooting ranges; (vi) restroom or shower facilities; (vii)

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Helps state, local, or tribal governments improve recreational areas and access for visitors. Projects can enhance outdoor experiences for the community.

Quick Facts

Funding
Contact for details
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Local & Community Grants
Organization
Department Of The Interior, National Park Service

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What Is This Program?

Projects funded under 16 USC 8571 (Good Neighbor Authority) may include working with State, local, or tribal governments to enhance recreation and improve visitor recreational access.

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Visit the application portal
  • Complete the application form
  • Submit the application
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://sam.gov/fal/e7e5784fb4824bf3aa9bde13692953e0/view
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
rolling

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • costs associated with recreation projects
  • maintenance of recreational facilities
  • improvements to recreational infrastructure
๐ŸšซIneligible Expenses
  • costs not directly related to recreation
  • administrative costs
  • overhead expenses
๐Ÿ“Expense Caps
Administrative costs capped at 15%
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
reimbursement
โชRetroactive Expenses Eligible
No

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
annual
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • SF-425 Federal Financial Report
  • performance progress report
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards.
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
Acknowledgment of federal funding is required.
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

heidi_sage@nps.gov
3039692065

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