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Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Disabled Members of the Armed Forces (Adaptive Sports Grants)
$750,000
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal

Application Deadline

May 11, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a wide range of organizations to create and enhance adaptive sports programs for disabled veterans and active-duty service members, promoting their physical activity and social engagement.

Recreation
State governments
South Mountain Partnership Flex Grants
$2,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for small-scale community projects in Pennsylvania's South Mountain region, focusing on enhancing outdoor access and engagement, particularly for diverse communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Clifton-Fine Community Fund
$6,000
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Northern New York for projects that improve community well-being across various sectors, including health, education, arts, and environmental conservation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant Program
$500,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 16, 2024

This grant provides funding to California-based entities for infrastructure projects that utilize recycled tire materials to reduce landfill waste and promote sustainable construction practices.

Transportation
City or township governments
Collaborative Capacity Program for Forests & Communities - Standard Grants
$75,000
National Forest Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to support collaborative projects that enhance wildfire resilience, forest health, sustainable recreation, and rural economic development in communities adjacent to National Forest System lands.

Environment
Native American tribal organizations
Improving Youth Mental Health Grant
$150,000
Cigna Group Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide programs to improve the mental health of underserved youth aged 5-18, focusing on conflict resolution, family-school partnerships, and trauma-focused services in specific states.

Education
Nonprofits
Parents Commission FY 2026
$200,000
Arizona Governorโ€™s Office of Youth, Faith and Family (GVA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 25, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Arizona-based organizations focused on increasing parental involvement and preventing youth substance abuse through community engagement and educational programs.

Recreation
City or township governments
Quality of Life Grants Program
$50,000
Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the U.S. to support programs that improve the quality of life for individuals living with paralysis and their families.

Health
Nonprofits
Howard Youth Endowment Program Grant
Contact for amount
Berrien Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government entities that provide youth programs in Berrien County, particularly at designated Howard facilities in St. Joseph and the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library.

Youth
Nonprofits
Education and Workforce Training in South Carolina
$25,000
City of Hardeeville
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 23, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to educational institutions, workforce training centers, and nonprofits in Hardeeville and surrounding areas to improve educational quality and prepare residents for in-demand careers.

Education
Nonprofits
North Baldwin Community Foundation Grant
$5,000
North Baldwin Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions to improve the quality of life in Bay Minette and surrounding areas through projects in various categories such as arts, education, health, and community development.

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

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania for projects that improve public parks, recreational facilities, and access to waterways, enhancing community outdoor spaces and environmental sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
FY25 Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants
$80,000
New Hampshire State Parks
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for trail-related projects in New Hampshire, including maintenance, construction, and facility development, aimed at non-profit organizations, educational institutions, private groups, and government entities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
H20 For Life Mini Grant
$500
H2O for Life
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides up to $500 to teachers and students in Minnesota to help fund service-learning projects focused on water and sanitation initiatives.

Education
Independent school districts
Community Recreation and Conservation Planning
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania to plan and develop parks, recreation facilities, and conservation projects that enhance community well-being and ecological sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems Initiative
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects in the Appalachian region that help individuals recovering from substance use disorders gain access to job training and employment services, fostering sustainable recovery and economic independence.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments
Connected Communities Grants
$60,000
Central Carolina Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in South Carolina's Midlands region for innovative projects that strengthen community connections and improve residents' quality of life.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Office of the Budget
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This state-funded program provides financial assistance for large-scale economic, cultural, and community improvement projects in Pennsylvania that create jobs and enhance regional development.

Community Development
State governments
Western Reserve Health Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
The Western Reserve Health Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Mahoning County that address health disparities and improve health outcomes for diverse populations, including racial and ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those affected by mental health and substance abuse issues.

Health
Nonprofits
Age-Friendly Minnesota Community Grants
$75,000
Minnesota Department of Human Services
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 4, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that enhance community living for people of all ages, particularly focusing on improving safety, health, connectivity, and economic security for older adults in Minnesota.

Community Development
City or township governments