LCRA accepting applications in January for community grants of up to $100,000

Grants available to nonprofit groups, first responders and municipalities

AUSTIN – The Lower Colorado River Authority is accepting applications this month for community grants for projects such as improvements to fire stations, community centers, sports fields, libraries and other facilities, as well as providing updated gear and equipment for emergency responders. One $100,000 grant will be offered in addition to dozens of grants of up to $50,000.

LCRA awards community grants twice a year to volunteer fire departments, emergency responders, libraries, civic groups, museums and other tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, in addition to local governments, schools and economic development organizations. The grants are available to organizations in 73 counties throughout LCRA’s service territory and are not available to individuals, for-profit entities, professional associations, social service projects or limited-use facilities.