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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
RC&D Grant Program
$20,000
Cawaco Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D)
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This grant provides financial support to small towns and nonprofit organizations in Central Alabama for projects that improve community development, education, emergency response, and recreational resources.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tourism Grant Program
$140,500
Northampton County
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofits, community organizations, municipalities, and businesses in Northampton County, Virginia, to develop tourism-related projects that enhance the region's appeal and attract visitors, especially during off-peak seasons.

Community Development
Nonprofits
New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant
Contact for amount
New Mexico Tourism Department
State

Application Deadline

Jun 2, 2027

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to New Mexico governmental entities for projects that reduce litter, beautify communities, and engage youth in environmental stewardship.

Environment
City or township governments
Off-Road Trail Improvement Program
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR)
State

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This program provides funding to government agencies and nonprofit organizations for the maintenance, development, and ecological restoration of publicly accessible off-road vehicle trails in Michigan.

Natural Resources
State governments
Climbing Conservation Grant
Contact for amount
Access Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This program provides financial support to local organizations, climbers, and agencies working to protect and improve climbing areas across the United States.

Environment
Individuals
Small & Major Grants
Contact for amount
Knox County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Oct 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies in Knox County, Ohio, to implement impactful projects in areas such as education, health, and community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program (GOSP)
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR) Coastal Resources Divsion
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Georgia for projects that protect and enhance natural resources, parks, and outdoor recreation areas.

Natural Resources
State governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program FY26
$6,000,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to public agencies in California for the repair and improvement of boat launching facilities and related infrastructure to enhance access to the state's waterways for recreational boating.

Environment
City or township governments
Carroll Community Fund Grants
Contact for amount
Stark Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities that serve the community needs of Carroll County, Ohio, focusing on diverse local initiatives that enhance community welfare.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Motorized Trails
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the development, maintenance, and educational initiatives related to motorized trails in Pennsylvania, targeting a wide range of applicants including government agencies, nonprofits, and for-profit entities.

Recreation
State governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant
$75,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and private businesses for the installation and maintenance of sewage disposal stations to promote environmentally responsible boating in California.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program (GTRP)
$250,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2024

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, educational institutions, and other organizations in Pennsylvania for the development and improvement of parks, trails, and recreational spaces to enhance community livability and promote conservation.

Recreation
City or township governments
O’Brien County Community Foundation Grant
$15,000
O’Brien County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local government units in O’Brien County, Iowa, for projects that enhance community quality of life across various fields such as education, health, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Warren County Trails Grant
$500
Warren County Philanthropic Partnership
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This grant provides funding to support the maintenance, safety, and enhancement of recreational walking and cycling trails in Warren County.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Grant Opportunity Fund (GO Fund)
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 22, 2026

This program provides financial support to economically distressed and at-risk rural communities in Tennessee, helping them meet matching fund requirements for larger state or federal grants.

Community Development
County governments
State Lake Improvement Fund (SLIF) Grants
$1,500,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, as well as Native American Tribes, to improve public boating facilities and enhance water recreation safety across Arizona.

Environment
State governments
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
Boating Access Grants
$250,000
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2027

Date Added

Oct 14, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments in Texas for the planning and construction of public boating facilities to improve access to recreational waters.

Recreation
County governments
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