# Experienced Services Program (15.011)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/programs/15-011-experienced-services-program/  
Publisher: Well Told Grants. Data: USAspending.gov and Grants.gov, updated November 7, 2026.

Experienced Services Program is run by Department of the Interior. From fiscal 2021 to 2025 it awarded $47.1 million in 255 grants, about $184,542 per award.

## Objectives

The Experienced Services Program (ESP) provides support to the National Park Service (NPS) on natural and cultural resource conservation projects that enable the agency to carry out its mission. Special emphasis will be placed on projects that improve the maintenance of national park resources and enhance the visitor experience.
ESP participants will provide technical assistance and support to the NPS in the development and execution of projects that benefit the general public and provide support to NPS employees. This program will provide opportunities to qualified individuals 55 years of age and older, who have specific technical skills and abilities not available or underrepresented at current NPS staffing levels. The ESP participants will not replace or displace current NPS employees.

## Funding by fiscal year

| Year | Amount | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $7.5 million | 41 |
| 2022 | $7.5 million | 63 |
| 2023 | $9.6 million | 90 |
| 2024 | $10.0 million | 108 |
| 2025 | $12.4 million | 103 |

## Largest recipients

| Recipient | State | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Experienced Workforce Solutions, Inc | Virginia | $44.5 million |
| Cwi Works, Inc | Maryland | $2.6 million |