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Recreation Grants

Explore 2,082 grant opportunities for recreation initiatives

Rural Community Grant Program
$500,000
Williams County
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 13, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to small, rural communities in Williams County for developing public infrastructure that enhances quality of life, such as community gathering spaces and recreational facilities.

Community Development
City or township governments
Endless Mountains Heritage Region Partnership Grants
$10,000
Endless Mountains Heritage Region
Private

Application Deadline

May 4, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and educational institutions in northeastern Pennsylvania for projects that promote heritage tourism, environmental conservation, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Events Grant
$1,500,000
Choose New Jersey
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 13, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2026

This funding opportunity supports New Jersey-based nonprofit organizations in hosting large-scale, multi-day events that engage fans and boost local economies in connection with the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026- Gaborone
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Botswana)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Botswana, focusing on using sports to drive economic growth and social inclusion.

International Development
Nonprofits
Water Resources Development Grant Program – State & Local Projects
$200,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Apr 9, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments in North Carolina for projects that improve water management, restore ecosystems, and enhance recreational access to waterways.

Environment
City or township governments
Recreational Trails Program Grant
$100,000
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Sep 4, 2026

Date Added

Apr 9, 2026

This program provides funding to state and local governments, as well as nonprofit organizations, for the development and maintenance of recreational trails that enhance public access, safety, and connectivity across North Carolina.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Special Event Marketing Sponsorship Grant Program
Contact for amount
Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 16, 2026

Date Added

Apr 9, 2026

This program provides financial support to event organizers in Washoe County to enhance marketing efforts that attract overnight visitors and boost the local tourism economy.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Statewide Planning and Research Funds - Scenic Byways Program
$50,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations associated with Illinois' seven nationally designated scenic byways for research and marketing initiatives that promote tourism and economic development along these scenic routes.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Off-Highway Vehicles Grant Program
$1,000,000
Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

May 17, 2026

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This program provides funding to various organizations and agencies in Nevada for projects that improve and maintain off-highway vehicle trails and infrastructure, promoting safe and responsible recreational use.

Recreation
Nonprofits
KVCB Beautification Grant
$500
Keep Vermilion County Beautiful
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This funding opportunity supports individuals, businesses, and organizations in Vermilion County, Illinois, to enhance community spaces through small-scale beautification projects focused on landscaping, environmental stewardship, and visual improvements.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Connecting Communities to State Trails Grants
$100,000
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation (DPR)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 8, 2026

Date Added

Apr 6, 2026

This program provides funding to small municipalities in North Carolina to develop trail connections to the state’s designated trail system, promoting outdoor recreation and economic development.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Donation Mini-Grant (DMG) Program
$50,000
North Carolina Land and Water Fund
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 3, 2026

This program provides funding to North Carolina state agencies, local governments, and nonprofit organizations for the permanent protection of critical natural, cultural, and historic resources through land donations and conservation agreements.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program
$1,500,000
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2026

This program provides funding to public and private marinas in South Carolina to develop and improve facilities for transient recreational boaters, enhancing access to waterways and supporting local economies.

Transportation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Detroit Lions Touchdown in Your Town Program
Contact for amount
Detroit Lions Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This program provides essential resources and support to under-resourced Michigan high school football and cheer programs in need of financial assistance.

Youth
Independent school districts
Community Resilience and Flood Risk Reduction Grants
$3,000,000
New York State Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipal governments, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations in New York for projects that improve community resilience and reduce flood risks through various environmental and infrastructure initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Sports Diplomacy On Demand Program
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofits or educational institutions in implementing short-term, sports-focused international exchange projects that promote cross-cultural understanding and align with U.S. foreign policy priorities.

International Development
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Sports Visitor Program
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S. nonprofit organizations to implement an international sports exchange program that fosters youth development, leadership, and cultural understanding through sports activities for young people and their coaches from the U.S. and abroad.

International Development
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Sports Envoy Program
$2,600,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S.-based organizations to manage international sports exchange programs that promote cultural understanding and diplomacy through athletic engagement.

International Development
Nonprofits
Community Grant Program Fund (CGPF)
$50,000
Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local law enforcement and government agencies in Maryland for community-focused programs that enhance public safety and foster positive relationships between police and residents, particularly youth.

Community Development
City or township governments
Greenways, Trails and Recreation Grant Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance public parks, trails, and recreational spaces, promoting environmental conservation and community well-being.

Environment
City or township governments

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