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Grants for City or township governments - Recreation

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Sports Marketing and Tourism Account Program (SMAT)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and eligible entities in Pennsylvania to host major sporting and esports events, boosting tourism and economic activity in the state.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
$1,500,000
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides funding to public and private operators for the construction and improvement of transient moorage facilities for recreational motorboats 26 feet or longer, ensuring they are accessible for short-term stays.

Recreation
City or township governments
Yampa River Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Yampa River Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This grant provides financial support for projects that improve water security and restore the Yampa River ecosystem, targeting local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations involved in conservation and water management.

Environment
Nonprofits
Denver Broncos Community Grant Program
Contact for amount
Denver Broncos Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Aug 18, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Colorado that support youth initiatives focused on health, education, and career readiness for young people aged 5-24.

Youth
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund
Contact for amount
South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Feb 9, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in South Dakota for the development and improvement of public outdoor recreational facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program FY25
$400,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations managing freshwater reservoirs in California to prevent the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels through planning, implementation, and public outreach efforts.

Environment
City or township governments
Blueprint to Build - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
$4,000,000
Kansas Department of Commerce (Commerce)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Jul 16, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to small Kansas communities for constructing new community centers that serve low- to moderate-income residents, utilizing pre-designed architectural plans to streamline the process.

Community Development
City or township governments
Clean Vessel Act Grant
Contact for amount
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (FWC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

Date Added

Dec 18, 2025

This program provides funding to marinas, boatyards, and public agencies in Vermont to improve facilities for managing recreational boater waste, ensuring cleaner waterways and better services for boaters.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
DACO Community Foundation Grant
$1,000
DACO Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities that implement projects aimed at improving the quality of life for residents in Dade County.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
City or township governments
Sioux County Community Foundation Grant
$15,000
Sioux County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 15, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government units in Sioux County, Iowa, to support community-enhancing initiatives in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental conservation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Public Works Grants
$1,500,000
Minnesota Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jul 5, 2025

This program provides financial support to cities, townships, Tribal governments, and other governmental entities in Minnesota's Iron Range area for essential infrastructure projects that foster long-term economic development.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Small Scale Grants
$100,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

This program provides funding for the development and maintenance of off-highway vehicle trails and related facilities, aimed at enhancing safe and sustainable OHV recreation in Arizona for governmental entities, non-profits, and clubs.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Local Government Grant Program
$1,000,000
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 18, 2026

Date Added

Mar 11, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments in Oregon for the acquisition, development, and rehabilitation of outdoor parks and recreation facilities to enhance community access and quality of life.

Recreation
City or township governments
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation
Contact for amount
The Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local entities in Mississippi to support health promotion and community wellness programs that benefit the state's residents.

Health
Nonprofits
Community Pond Program Grants
$40,000
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2027

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments and community organizations in Montana to create and improve fishing ponds, promoting public access and recreational fishing, especially for families and youth.

Recreation
State governments
Utah Recreation Restoration Infrastructure Grant
$250,000
Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and organizations for the restoration and improvement of outdoor recreation infrastructure on public lands across Utah.

Recreation
State governments
Recreational Trails Program
Contact for amount
South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Feb 9, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to public and nonprofit organizations for the development and maintenance of recreational trails accessible to the general public across the United States.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Target Range Grants
$250,000
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2027

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This program provides financial support to various public and private entities in Texas for planning and constructing accessible target ranges that promote recreational shooting sports for the general public.

Recreation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Proposition 68 Grant Program
$4,000,000
California Tahoe Conservancy
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 5, 2024

This funding provides financial support for projects that restore natural resources, enhance public access to outdoor recreation, and promote community resilience against wildfires in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Planning Grant
$40,000
Metro East Park and Recreation District (MEPRD)
Local

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to local public agencies in Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois, for developing comprehensive plans focused on parks, recreation, and environmental management.

Recreation
City or township governments