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Grants for Special district governments - Recreation

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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
Special Presenter Initiatives
$5,000
Mid Atlantic Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This grant provides financial support to small and mid-sized nonprofit arts organizations in specific U.S. regions to present professional performing artists and engage their communities through public performances and activities.

Arts
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
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and organizations in Nebraska for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational spaces, promoting outdoor access and environmental preservation for all residents.

Recreation
City or township governments
New Jersey Historic Trustโ€™s Historic Site Management Grant Program
Contact for amount
New Jersey Historic Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support for historic preservation projects in New Jersey, targeting organizations and municipalities engaged in restoring and managing historic sites.

Community Development
City or township governments
City of Poughkeepsie Community Development Block Grant
Contact for amount
City of Poughkeepsie
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public service agencies in Poughkeepsie for projects that improve community infrastructure, address food insecurity, prevent homelessness, and enhance local services for residents.

Community Development
City or township governments
Michigan Shared Streets and Spaces Grant Program (SSSG)
$200,000
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to Michigan cities and public transit agencies for projects that enhance public spaces, making them safer and more accessible for walking, biking, and transit use.

Transportation
City or township governments
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Grants
$2,500
Lifeline Grants Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in five Michigan counties and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion for marginalized communities, with grants available for operational costs, educational events, and DEI training.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
2025 Toursim Grants (3% Bed Tax)
$20,000
Chautauqua County Department of Planning & Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This grant provides funding to municipalities and organizations in Chautauqua County to develop tourism initiatives that enhance marketing, events, and attractions, requiring a matching contribution from recipients.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Floating Restroom Grant Program
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to government entities managing public lakes and reservoirs in California to install and maintain ADA-accessible floating restrooms for boaters.

Environment
City or township governments
Land And Water Conservation Fund
$500,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 16, 2025

This program provides financial support to local governments in Ohio for outdoor recreation projects, helping them acquire, develop, or rehabilitate public parks and recreational areas.

Recreation
City or township governments
Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities Grant Program
$425,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Massachusetts municipalities for acquiring, developing, or renovating public parks and outdoor recreational spaces to enhance community access and climate resilience.

Energy
City or township governments
Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP)
$1,250,000
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Florida's local governments for improving public boating access and infrastructure in coastal and inland waterways.

Recreation
City or township governments
Wildfires Restoration Grant Program
Contact for amount
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in restoring ecosystems and improving resilience in areas of the Angeles National Forest affected by past wildfires.

Environment
Nonprofits
City of Mountlake Terrace Lodging Tax Grants
$50,000
City of Mountlake Terrace
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This grant provides funding for programs and events that attract tourists to Mountlake Terrace, supporting local organizations and initiatives that enhance the city's tourism appeal.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY25 Kim Lamphier Bikeways Network Program
Contact for amount
Maryland Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2024

This program provides funding to support the development of bicycle networks, helping local governments and organizations improve access and connectivity for cyclists in their communities.

Transportation
County governments
Lake Michigan Coastal Program Grants
$500,000
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 3, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, educational institutions, and nonprofits for projects that protect and restore the Lake Michigan watershed in Indiana.

Environment
Private institutions of higher education
Shooting Range Grant Program
$75,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2023

This program provides financial assistance to various governmental entities, organizations, and educational institutions in Wisconsin for the construction and improvement of shooting ranges.

Capacity Building
County governments
The Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program
$25,000
Montana Department of Commerce Destination MT Division
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 27, 2025

This program provides funding to support local events in Montana that attract tourists and boost the economy, particularly in rural and under-visited areas.

Community Development
Nonprofits