Our Mission
"Metro East Park and Recreation District shall have as its primary duty the development, operation, and maintenance of a public system of interconnecting parks and trails throughout the counties comprising the district."
Funding Opportunities
MEPRD is offering three (3) grant opportunities for fiscal year 2024: the MEPRD Park and Trail Grant, MEPRD Community Planning Grant, and MEPRD Event Sponsorship Grant programs. These programs allow MEPRD to partner with other public entities for the purposes of improving parks, building trails and expanding recreational opportunities for public enjoyment throughout Madison & St. Clair Counties in Illinois.
* Remaining funds are subject to change at any time. Updated 4/10/2024.
FY24 Park and Trail Grant Program ($651,567.27 Remaining)*
78FY24 Community Planning Grant Program ($358,476.00 Remaining)*
10FY24 Event Sponsorship Program ($12,119.75 Remaining)*
39By the Numbers
"AS OF April 2024"
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