Tahoe for All

Purpose: The Tahoe for All Grant Program (TFA Program) is the Conservancy's Outdoors for All Grant opportunity. The Goal of the TFA Program is to support programs and projects that provide positive and inclusive outdoor experiences for historically underserved and excluded communities by providing grants for programs and projects that address other barriers to accessing outdoor experiences in Tahoe.   Description: Although Lake Tahoe is a world-class outdoor recreation destination, many people face barriers to accessing and enjoying its recreational opportunities. In California and nationwide, outdoor access and its benefits are not equitably available to all communities. Through the TFA Program, the Conservancy aims to increase access to Lake Tahoe and surrounding lands for historically underserved and excluded communities by providing grants for programs and projects that address other barriers to accessing the Basin. Eligible projects/programs must show that the applicant will: Increase access by reducing other barriers to visiting and experiencing the Basin; Provide or enhance recreational or educational outdoor experiences in the Basin; Implement the program or project within the California side of the Basin (the Conservancy’s Jurisdiction). The TFA Grant Program is not operated on a rolling basis and has grant application deadlines. Applicants must first submit a Pre-Application (letter of intent) by July 31, 2026, which the Conservancy will review for eligibility and alignment with TFA Program goals. After reviewing Pre-Applications, Conservancy staff will invite applicants to fill out the full application form. Applications are due by September 4, 2026. Conservancy staff will hold an online Technical Assistance Workshop on July 12, 2026, at 2:00 Pacific Time to answer questions about the TFA Program and the application process. Register for the workshop by following this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n7-q81RxT16PbyFLzvPGHg . Conservancy staff are available to consult with grant applicants prior to, or during, any step in this process. Please refer to the Conservancy website for the full 2026 Funding Announcement, Grant Guidelines, and Tahoe for All Program Description, Pre-Application Form, and application instructions. These guidance documents provide additional information on eligible projects, funding priorities, funding considerations, administrative requirements, and the grant process. For additional questions, please contact Conservancy staff at tahoeforall@ Eligibility Requirements Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit Public Agency Tribal Government Eligible Geographies: California side of the Tahoe Basin Matching Funding Requirement: Matching funding is strongly encouraged Important Dates Application deadline The date (and time, where applicable) by which all applications must be submitted to the grantmaker. Time listed as “00:00” equates to midnight. 9/4/26 23:59 Expected award announcement The date on which the grantor expects to announce the recipient(s) of the grant. December 2026 Period of performance The length of time during which the grant money must be utilized. Up to 3 years Funding Details Total estimated available funding The total projected dollar amount of the grant. $300,000 Expected number of awards A single grant opportunity may represent one or many awards. Some grantors may know in advance the exact number of awards to be given. Others may indicate a range. Some may wish to and wait until the application period closes before determining how many awards to offer; in this case, a value of “Dependent” will display. Dependent Estimated amount per award Grant opportunities representing multiple awards may offer awards in the same amount or in varied amounts. Some may wish to wait until the application period closes before determining per-award amounts; in this case, a value of “Dependent” will display.

Purpose: The Tahoe for All Grant Program (TFA Program) is the Conservancy's Outdoors for All Grant opportunity. The Goal of the TFA Program is to support programs and projects that provide positive and inclusive outdoor experiences for historically underserved and excluded communities by providing grants for programs and projects that address other barriers to accessing outdoor experiences in Tahoe.   Description: Although Lake Tahoe is a world-class outdoor recreation destination, many people face barriers to accessing and enjoying its recreational opportunities. In California and nationwide, outdoor access and its benefits are not equitably available to all communities. Through the TFA Program, the Conservancy aims to increase access to Lake Tahoe and surrounding lands for historically underserved and excluded communities by providing grants for programs and projects that address other barriers to accessing the Basin. Eligible projects/programs must show that the applicant will: Increase access by reducing other barriers to visiting and experiencing the Basin; Provide or enhance recreational or educational outdoor experiences in the Basin; Implement the program or project within the California side of the Basin (the Conservancy’s Jurisdiction). The TFA Grant Program is not operated on a rolling basis and has grant application deadlines.