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Grants for Special district governments - Recreation

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Virginia Community Foundation Grant
$5,000
Virginia Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides up to $5,000 for nonprofit organizations and government entities to implement projects that enhance parks, recreation, and arts and culture in the greater Virginia area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program 
$10,000,000
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) 
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities in economically disadvantaged urban communities across the United States.

Recreation
City or township governments
Conservation Service Corps Grants 2026
$1,500,000
Great Outdoors Colorado
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado-based organizations in employing youth and young adults for outdoor conservation and restoration projects on public lands, enhancing the state's ecosystems and recreational spaces.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Bike Path Grant Program (BIKE)
$200,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in Illinois for the development and improvement of public, off-road bicycle paths and related facilities to promote safe and accessible biking.

Recreation
City or township governments
Telluride Foundation Community Grant Program
$40,000
Telluride Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2024

The Telluride Foundation's Community Grants Program, open to organizations in Montrose, Ouray, and San Miguel counties in Colorado, offers grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to support projects in areas such as early childhood development, education, environment, arts and culture, health, human service, and athletics, with a focus on enriching the quality of life of the region's residents, visitors, and workforce.

Community Development
Nonprofits
North Central Greenways Implementation Grant
$25,000
North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations in six Pennsylvania counties to develop and enhance greenways, trails, and active transportation networks.

Environment
County governments
101 Women Sandpoint Grant
$11,000
101 Women Sandpoint
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2024

This grant provides $11,000 to local nonprofits and community organizations in Bonner County, Idaho, to support projects that address basic needs in the spring and arts, education, recreation, and environmental services in the fall.

Community Development
Nonprofits
IL Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)
$3,000,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and eligible organizations for small-scale transportation projects that improve alternative transportation options, preserve cultural resources, and enhance community quality of life in Illinois.

Transportation
City or township governments
Larimore Community Endowment Fund
Contact for amount
North Dakota Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities serving the city of Larimore, North Dakota, to enhance community well-being and infrastructure.

Community Development
Nonprofits
RFGA2024-023 Arizona Trauma Recovery Center - Pilots
$5,000,000
Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This grant provides funding to establish pilot Trauma Recovery Centers in Arizona to support underserved individuals and families who are survivors of violence and crime.

Health
City or township governments
Pérez CreARTE Grants Program
$250,000
The Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Miami-Dade County that focus primarily on the arts, providing grants to enhance access to artistic experiences, education, and artist development.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD)
$1,125,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Illinois for acquiring and developing land dedicated to public outdoor recreation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Oneida County Youth Bureau Grant
Contact for amount
Oneida County Youth Bureau
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in Oneida County for programs that promote youth development, prevent delinquency, and enhance recreational opportunities for children and adolescents.

Youth
Nonprofits
Off-Highway Vehicle Grants
Contact for amount
Colorado Department of Natural Resources (Colorado Parks and Wildlife)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to government agencies and nonprofit organizations for projects that improve off-highway vehicle trails, enhance safety, and promote environmental sustainability in Colorado.

Recreation
State governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to eligible local governments and tribes in Nebraska for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities and access, such as parks, trails, and sports fields.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
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
Environmental Grant Program
$5,000
The Rockfall Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This grant provides funding for innovative environmental projects that promote preservation, conservation, restoration, and education in the Lower Connecticut River Valley, targeting eligible nonprofits, municipalities, and schools in specific towns.

Environment
Nonprofits
Transportation Alternatives Program
Contact for amount
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (Office of Local Programs)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and eligible nonprofits for projects that improve transportation access and safety for non-drivers, promote community enhancements, and foster environmental sustainability.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Open Space
$1,000,000
King County Parks
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This funding program provides financial support for projects in King County that restore river ecosystems, improve public access, and promote awareness of the importance of river corridors, targeting local governments, nonprofits, and tribal organizations.

Community Development
City or township governments
Canoe Access Development Fund
$5,000
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community groups and organizations in Western Pennsylvania to develop and improve safe and accessible canoe and kayak access sites on local rivers and streams.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits