Public Access Program 2020 Proposal Solicitation Notice
Can you apply?
This grant is for public access projects related to wildlife recreation in California. Eligible applicants include federal, state, and local government entities, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and public districts that manage wildlife-oriented facilities or programs.
Planning grants support development of projects for future implementation funding. Implementation grants fund construction, enhancement, or rehabilitation of public access facilities for boating, hunting, fishing, and non-consumptive wildlife recreation.
The program does not fund property acquisition, maintenance activities, or mitigation. All applicants must submit a pre-application online through the Wildlife Conservation Board.
This grant is for public access projects related to wildlife recreation in California. Eligible applicants include federal, state, and local government entities, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and public districts that manage wildlife-oriented facilities or programs.
Planning grants support development of projects for future implementation funding. Implementation grants fund construction, enhancement, or rehabilitation of public access facilities for boating, hunting, fishing, and non-consumptive wildlife recreation.
The program does not fund property acquisition, maintenance activities, or mitigation. All applicants must submit a pre-application online through the Wildlife Conservation Board.
Program description
The 2020 Public Access Proposal Solicitation (PSN) has up to $6 million to spend, with an average grant term of 3 years. The PSN prioritizes: boating access projects, hunting and fishing projects, and non-consumptive wildlife-oriented recreation. Planning and implementation projects are to be considered. Planning grants are intended to support the development of projects that are likely to qualify for future implementation funding under this program. Implementation grants are intended for construction, enhancement, or rehabilitation of public access facilities. The solicitation will not fund property acquisition, maintenance activities, or mitigation. Entities eligible to submit grant proposals include federal, state, and local government entities, non-profit organizations ((501(c)(3)), or public districts that manage and operate wildlife-oriented public access facilities or programs. All applicants must submit a pre-application online. Please see the announcement on WCB’s website for the full PSN document, online pre-application form, and more information.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
Details
This grant is for public access projects related to wildlife recreation in California. Eligible applicants include federal, state, and local government entities, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and public districts that manage wildlife-oriented facilities or programs.
Planning grants support development of projects for future implementation funding. Implementation grants fund construction, enhancement, or rehabilitation of public access facilities for boating, hunting, fishing, and non-consumptive wildlife recreation.
The program does not fund property acquisition, maintenance activities, or mitigation. All applicants must submit a pre-application online through the Wildlife Conservation Board.
How to apply
Application links
Program contact
- 📧 wcbpublicaccess@wildlife.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-926-9585
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-2020 | 71 | — | 0% |
Source: California Grants Portal
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