Bronco Wild Fund and America’s State Parks

The Bronco Wild Fund (BWF), in collaboration with America's State Parks, is continuing its commitment to enhance public accessto the great outdoors by providing grants aimed at developing introductory access programs across state parks. This initiative seeks to break down barriers that prevent individuals from engaging in outdoor activities and to foster a deeper connection with nature.

Key Objectives of the BWF Grants

Increase Outdoor Engagement: The main objective of the program is to get more people outside, enjoying and appreciating the natural environment.
Skill Development: The grants aim to help individuals build the necessary skills for outdoor activities, ensuring they can continue to connect with nature in the future.
Tackle Barriers: Recognizing that various socio-economic, physical, and educational barriers can hinder people from trying new outdoor activities, these grants focus on programs that make outdoor experiences more accessible to a broader audience.

Funding and Application Process

The Bronco Wild Fund will distribute grants based on the strength of each proposal, with an emphasis on those that are most compelling and show the greatest potential for impact in each region. A panel of BWF stakeholders will review the applications to ensure the funding supports innovative and impactful programs.

Deadline: Applications for the grant must be submitted via an online form by April 26, 2024.
Selection Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on their potential to meet the fund's objectives, their innovative approach to increasing access, and the sustainability of the program.

How to Apply

State parks agencies should prepare their proposal detailing how their program will contribute to the outlined objectives and submit it through the designated online application form. Further details about the application process can be requested via email at info@stateparks.org.

Additional Information

For more details about the Bronco Wild Fund and its other initiatives, you can visit their official site through the provided link Bronco Wild Fund. This site offers insights into the fund's overall mission, other supported activities, and the impact of its contributions to conservation and outdoor recreation.

Accessing the Great Outdoors

This grant opportunity represents a significant push towards making outdoor activities more accessible and enjoyable for people of all backgrounds. It not only helps in promoting physical wellness through active engagement with nature but also plays a crucial role in environmental education and stewardship. By supporting these initiatives, BWF and America’s State Parks hope to inspire a lifelong connection between individuals and the natural world.

The continued alliance between BWF and America's State Parks underscores a shared commitment to enhancing public access to outdoor spaces and enriching the outdoor experience for all. This initiative is an important step towards inclusive access to America’s beautiful and diverse state parks.