Projects include parks, trails, and programs that increase safe access to open space in 21 localities.
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Chestnut Ridge Natural Area Preserve doubles in size
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has purchased 775 acres in Giles and Bland counties with a grant from VOF’s Forest CORE Fund.
2022 Community Impact report available
The Virginia Outdoors Foundation has released the 2022 Community Impact report showcasing its work at the Bull Run Mountains Preserve. You may download a PDF copy of the report here. …
IRS issues guidance on “faulty” language in certain easements
Easements can be amended through July 24th with “Safe Harbor” language to substitute for boundary line adjustment and extinguishment provisions that may trigger an audit.
Wetlands Watch & VOF announce second round for Coastal Resilience & Trees Fund
$90,000 available for capacity building, implementation, stewardship, and tree-planting projects in Virginia’s Coastal Zone. Applications due July 7th.
1 million acres conserved under Virginia’s Land Preservation Tax Credit
About 85% of VOF’s total easement portfolio, or 745,000 acres, have been protected since the tax credit took effect in 2000.
Blackwater Park project wins Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award
New park will provide recreational opportunities for residents of and visitors to the City of Franklin while protecting the scenic Blackwater River and bald cypress habitat.
VOF & Wetlands Watch announce Coastal Resilience & Trees Fund
$185,000 available for projects that seek to achieve increased resilience to flooding, sea level rise, and extreme weather events in Virginia’s coastal communities.
$2 million available in latest grant round for open space projects
VOF is seeking proposals for projects that will create safe access to open space and provide other public benefits.
VOF announces $1.9 million for 24 open-space projects across Virginia
Latest grants support parks, trails, tribal lands, youth programs and other projects that increase public access to open space in 21 different counties and cities.