The Readiness and Recreation Initiative
In 2023, DOD and the Department of the Interior (DOI) joined forces to preserve land around military installations and improve access to outdoor recreation for millions of Americans and defense communities. Through the Readiness and Recreation Initiative, DOI's National Park Service will provide funding from unobligated LWCF balances as potential match to REPI Program funding to safeguard natural areas, protect water resources, preserve cultural heritage sites, and provide recreation opportunities for the public while preserving military mission.
2024 Readiness and Recreation Initiative Notice of Funding
On January 30, 2024, the National Park Service’s Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State and Local Assistance Program, in partnership with DOD's REPI Program, announced the release of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Readiness and Recreation Initiative Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Through the FY 2024 Readiness and Recreation Initiative, the National Park Service will provide $40 million in funding from unobligated LWCF balances as a potential match for REPI Program funding to support projects that will provide outdoor recreation opportunities to military families and the public while also promoting military readiness and resilience.
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Questions specific to REPI Program funding for the 2024 Readiness and Recreation Initiative can be directed to
osd.repi@mail.mil.