BOSTON — Several local organizations are among those receiving new state grants to help with environmental projects.

The grants are part of more than $850,000 the Baker-Polito Administration awarded to 26 communities and nonprofit organizations as part of the 2018 Partnerships Matching Funds Program administered by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

The organizations also contribute funding. Projects take place in DCR parks and facilities.

“Our administration prioritizes strong partnerships that truly benefit the public, and through our close collaboration with park advocates, the projects funded through the Partnerships Matching Funds Program will have a significant impact on our state parks system,” Gov. Charlie Baker said in a statement.

Here’s a list of MetroWest projects awarded state funds:

Weston

Friends of Leo J. Martin Skiing: $50,000 for the design of a new pump house

Natick/Wayland/Framingham

Lake Cochituate Watershed Council, Natick Conservation Commission and the Town of Wayland: collectively about $30,000 for water-related projects such as continuing invasive plant treatment and working on micro-watershed mapping

Wayland

Town of Wayland: $60,000 for the design and permitting of bridge work on the Mass Central Rail Trail

The grants drew praise from local lawmakers as well.

“Increasing transportation and recreational opportunities for the commonwealth has always been a priority of mine. I am pleased to see these funds go towards implementing significant improvements to local recreational spaces,” state Sen. Richard Ross, R-Wrentham, said in a statement.

State Reps. Carmine Gentile, D-Sudbury, and Alice Peisch, D-Wellesley, praised the grants for helping maintain Lake Cochituate as a jewel for boating, fishing and swimming, preserve natural resources and create the trail.

Blackstone/Bellingham

Bay State Trail Riders Association: $20,000 for construction of the Southern New England Trunkline Trail between Rte. 126 and Center Street.