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Grants for State governments - Recreation

Explore 292 grant opportunities

Ivory Prize
$100,000
Ivory Innovations
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 26, 2024

This award recognizes and supports innovative organizations and initiatives that are developing effective solutions to make housing more affordable and accessible for everyone.

Housing
County governments
F25AS00283 2025 State and Interstate Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan Grant Program
$150,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2025

Date Added

Aug 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. states, territories, and eligible Indian tribes for implementing approved plans to prevent and manage invasive aquatic species.

Environment
State governments
State Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant Program 2026
$129,143,906
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (United States Coast Guard )
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 17, 2025

Date Added

Oct 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state authorities for initiatives aimed at improving boating safety and reducing accidents on waterways.

Recreation
State governments
T-Mobile Hometown Grant Program
$50,000
Main Street America
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This program provides funding to small towns and rural communities in the U.S. for projects that enhance public spaces and foster community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY2026 ABPP - Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant
$17,400,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, tribal entities, and nonprofit organizations to acquire and protect historically significant battlefield lands from the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War.

Natural Resources
State governments
Land Acquisition
$3,000,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado municipalities, conservation organizations, and state entities in acquiring land or conservation easements to protect natural resources, enhance outdoor recreation, and preserve wildlife habitats.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
RESTORE Colorado Program (Restoration and Stewardship of Outdoor Resources and the Environment)
$4,500,000
Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Colorado Parks and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports large-scale habitat restoration and stewardship projects across Colorado, targeting organizations and agencies dedicated to improving ecosystem health and wildlife resilience on public and private lands.

Environment
City or township governments
Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant
$1,000,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to help Michigan communities develop resilience against coastal hazards, improve public access to coastal areas, and restore natural resources through projects that prioritize environmental justice and nature-based solutions.

Environment
State governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund
Contact for amount
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to state and local governments, tribes, and urban communities to create and improve parks, protect natural resources, and enhance outdoor recreation opportunities, particularly in underserved areas.

Environment
City or township governments
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
Contact for amount
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 27, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to urban communities with populations over 30,000 to create and improve public parks and recreational facilities in economically disadvantaged areas that lack outdoor recreation opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
2024 Montana Land & Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
Contact for amount
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This program provides matching funds to state, tribal, and local governments in Montana for developing and improving outdoor recreation facilities like parks and sports fields.

Recreation
City or township governments
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Grant
Contact for amount
Yamaha
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2025

Date Added

Dec 18, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in the U.S. to promote and enhance responsible outdoor recreation access, particularly for off-highway vehicle use and related environmental stewardship projects.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Sustainable Recreation, Tourism, and Equitable Outdoor Access Directed Grant Program (2025-2027)
$30,000,000
Sierra Nevada Conservancy
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to public agencies, nonprofits, and tribal entities for projects that enhance sustainable recreation, tourism, and equitable access to public lands in the Sierra-Cascade Region, particularly benefiting underrepresented communities.

Recreation
State governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Public Beach Restoration Grant Program
$11,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation (DBW)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to public agencies in California for projects that combat shoreline erosion and restore public beaches.

Environment
State governments
Planning and Capacity
Contact for amount
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado-based organizations in developing innovative projects that enhance natural resource conservation, outdoor recreation, and community engagement, particularly focusing on equity and climate resilience.

Environment
City or township governments
Transportation Alternatives Program
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and eligible organizations in Georgia for projects that improve community transportation options, such as bike paths, pedestrian facilities, and streetscape enhancements.

Transportation
Native American tribal organizations
Fishing is Fun Program
$700,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides financial support to local governments, conservation groups, and nonprofits in Colorado to improve fishing access and enhance aquatic habitats for public angling.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
RESTORE Act Direct Component Construction and Real Property Acquisition Activities
$120,153,261
U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and county governments in the Gulf Coast region for construction and real estate projects that enhance environmental restoration, economic revitalization, and infrastructure improvements following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Environment
State governments
Colorado Water Plan Grants
$36,700,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2025

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides funding to various entities, including local governments and nonprofits, to support projects that improve water management and conservation efforts across Colorado.

Natural Resources
State governments
Clean Vessel Act Grant
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 28, 2023

This program provides funding to states for the construction and maintenance of facilities that help recreational boaters dispose of sewage safely and effectively.

Environment
City or township governments