The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Green Acres program has funded the preservation of nearly 677,000 acres of open space and developed hundreds of parks across the state since it was established 60 years ago. Now, the DEP is inviting local governments and eligible nonprofit organizations to apply for future Green Acres grants and loans. Applications will be accepted through June 30.

Each year, the DEP provides funds to acquire open space, create or rehabilitate parks or complete stewardship projects.