Apply for VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program

VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program is a Forests, Parks & Recreation grant providing up to $165,873. Applications are due 2026-12-31 (open).

How to apply for VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program

1. Confirm your organization is eligible for VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program from Forests, Parks & Recreation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Forests, Parks & Recreation before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program?

VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program is offered by Forests, Parks & Recreation and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is available in VT. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program provide?

VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program provides up to $166K per award from Forests, Parks & Recreation. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program deadline?

Applications for VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program are due 2026-12-31 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Forests, Parks & Recreation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program?

To apply for VAST Winter Trails Maintenance Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Forests, Parks & Recreation.