March 18, 2026
This open call for applications closes on Friday, March 27, 2026.
The deadline for the current Regional Trails Program funding round is Friday, March 27, 2026. With the generous support of the William Penn Foundation, up to $4.55 million is available to acquire right-of-way, plan, design, or construct Circuit Trails or community connections to the Circuit Trails. Municipalities, counties, state agencies, and non-profits in DVRPC’s nine-county region and Berks County are invited to apply for awards of up to $400,000 with no match required. Learn about the funding and eligibility requirements.
The Circuit Trails is an 800-plus mile network of multi-use trails spanning the metropolitan region. Currently, more than 420 miles of this network are complete and about 91 miles are in progress. DVRPC’s commitment to making trails happen is part of our vision for the region’s transportation system—one that is safe and modern and fosters greater opportunities for all. The long-range plan for Greater Philadelphia, Update: Connections 2050, calls for the completion of the Circuit Trails.
If you have questions, contact Shawn Megill Legendre, manager of the Regional Trails Program, at slegendre@dvrpc.org.