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Challenge Cost Share Program
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Purpose
and Scope:
The purpose of
the Challenge Cost Share Program (CCSP) is intended to increase
participation by qualified partners in the preservation and improvement
of National Park Service natural, cultural, and recreational resources;
in all authorized Service programs and activities; and on national
trails. NPS and partners should work together on projects with mutually
beneficial, shared outcomes.
The CCSP is a matching fund program. An equal amount
of eligible and matching share (minimum 50%) of cash, goods, or services
from non-federal sources is required. The maximum CCSP award is $30,000.
Projects selected should generally be able to be completed within one
year.
One-third of the CCSP pot supports National Trails
System Projects. Thus supporting work under the National Trails System
Act (16 U.S.C. 1241-51), such as: National Scenic and Historic trails, National
Recreation Trails, and rail-trail projects.
For additional information about this program and
the application process, please contact the National CCSP Program
Coordinator:
Cyndi Szymanski
cynthia_szymanski@nps.gov
(202)354-6912
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