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Training Videos
- Webinar View the application webinar that describes eligibility, evaluation criteria, how to apply, and the available resources.
- Application Tutorial A step-by-step training video that walks through each page of the PRISM application.
- Creating a SAW Account Short training video that displays the process for establishing a PRISM login starting with a SAW account.
Application Support—Virtual Office Hours
If you need help with your application or have some questions for us, log into our virtual office during open office hours. RCO staff will be available to assist. If you need additional accommodations, please let us know.
Staff will be available Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m.–10 a.m. and Wednesdays from 4:30 p.m.–6 p.m.
Click on the appropriate day below during open office hours to chat with RCO staff. If prompted, the meeting ID is 279 547 267 830 737 and the passcode is Hp6Mx2yi
| Tuesday Morning Sessions | May 19 | June 2 | June 16 | June 30 | July 14 |
| Wednesday Afternoon Sessions | May 27 | June 10 | June 24 | July 8 | July 15 |
Scoring Map for Site-Specific Projects
Grant applicants may use this interactive map to see how site-specific projects will score in the evaluation criteria about location.
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Typical Projects
- Long-range, comprehensive recreation planning
- Pre-design plans and permitting for a park or athletic facility
- Comprehensive site planning, feasibility study, or technical survey for a park or trail
Who May Apply?
- Cities, counties, towns
- Native American tribes
- Nonprofits
- Special purpose districts such as park and recreation, port, conservation, and school districts
Funding
The Legislature provides funding from the sale of state bonds.
Grant Limits
- Long-range planning: $125,000
- Site-specific planning: $200,000
Match Details
Applicants are not required to provide matching resources.
Eligible Projects
All phases of planning, pre-design, and technical assistance for public outdoor recreation facilities including comprehensive plans, construction drawings, environmental assessments, feasibility and preconstruction studies, cultural resources surveys, and comprehensive site plans.
Ineligible Projects
- Projects unlikely to lead to capital development
- Planning for recreation programming
Questions?
Beth Auerbach, outdoor grants manager, 360-280-6103
Edison Velez, outdoor grants manager, 360-340-1280
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