No Child Left Inside Grant Program
The No Child Left Inside (NCLI) grant program provides under-served youth with quality opportunities to experience nature. Grants are available for outdoor environmental, ecological, agricultural, or other natural resource-based education and recreation programs serving youth.
No Child Left Inside Grant Program
The No Child Left Inside (NCLI) grant program provides under-served youth with quality opportunities to experience nature. Grants are available for outdoor environmental, ecological, agricultural, or other natural resource-based education and recreation programs serving youth. Funding focuses on serving youth with the greatest needs and helping them improve their overall academic performance, self-esteem, personal responsibility, community involvement, personal health and understanding of nature.
Review the new 2023 fact sheet.
Typical projects
- Backpacking, camping, or hiking trips for disadvantaged youth
- Canoeing, kayaking, or sailing camps
- Outdoor environmental education
- Fishing and hunting camps
- Orienteering
- Rock climbing adventures
Who may apply?
- Community-based programs in Washington
- Formal school programs
- Informal after school programs
- Local agencies
- Native American tribes
- Nonprofit organizations
- Private entities including individuals and businesses
- Special purpose districts, such as park and recreation districts
- Stage agencies
- Veteran organizations
Only organizations that benefit youth in Washington State may apply.
Visit the Recreation and Conservation Office's website for more information.
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Contact Us
| Name | Melinda Posner |
|---|---|
| Department | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion |
| melinda.posner@parks.wa.gov | |