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Open Space and Farmland Preservation Funding
Many communities are grappling with the ways and means to acquire, preserve, and manage various types of open space and farmlands. Those resources that specifically address these activities within a community development context are listed in this category.
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants to States (DOI/National Park
Service): 
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) uses offshore oil leasing revenues to support the creation of state and local park and recreation areas that guarantee perpetual public outdoor recreation opportunities. LWCF grant funds may be used for state planning and for the acquisition and development of state and local facilities that provide active and/or passive recreation opportunities. Contacts: Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Recreation Programs, 202-565-1200
Eastman Kodak American Greenways Awards and Grants (Eastman Kodak, The Conservation Fund, and the National Geographic Society):
Thru this
partnership, funding is available for small grants to stimulate the planning and design of greenways in communities throughout America. Contacts: The Conservation Fund, 703-525-6300
Bring Back the Natives Grant Program (National Fish and Wildlife Foundation):
This program provides funds to restore damaged or degraded riverine habitats and native aquatic species through watershed restoration and improved land management. Funding is provided by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), USDA Forest Service (FS), and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). Contacts: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, 202-857-0166
Farmland Protection Program (USDA):
This program provides funds to
help purchase development rights to keep productive farmland in agricultural uses. Working through existing programs, USDA joins with state, tribal, or local governments to acquire conservation easements or other interests from landowners. Contacts: NRCS, the Farm Service Agency, Extension Service, or local conservation district can provide more information.