Following a three-month administrative review, the Fairfax County Park Authority Board lifted the temporary hold on the Mastenbrook Grant Program and applications are now being accepted.

As a result of the administrative review, the Park Authority is introducing new criterion for eligibility. In order to be considered for a grant, the maximum project cost for proposed projects cannot exceed $100,000.

The added criterion is intended to refocus the Mastenbrook Grant Program on its original intent: to encourage community investment in smaller capital projects that enhance parks and park facilities.

For larger projects estimated to cost more than $100,000, funding proposals may still be submitted to the Fairfax County Park Foundation.

Since 1999, the Mastenbrook Grant Program has awarded approximately $2.2 million in grants for projects valued at more than $16.5 million. Grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to the maximum of $20,000 have funded projects such as trail improvements, construction of gazebos and shelters, dog parks, playgrounds and athletic field improvements.

To learn more and apply, visit the Mastenbrook Grant Program webpage.