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Recreation Grants

Explore 2,076 grant opportunities for recreation initiatives

Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Statewide Public Access Grant Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities, nonprofits, and conservation organizations in Pennsylvania for improving public access to fishing and boating facilities across the state.

Recreation
City or township governments
MassWildlife Habitat Management Grant Program
$75,000
Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for habitat improvement projects on conserved private and municipal lands in Massachusetts, aimed at enhancing wildlife habitats and promoting biodiversity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Open Space Fund Grant Cycle
$2,035,750
Johnston County Parks and Open Space Department (Johnston County, NC)
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local municipalities, nonprofits, and public agencies in Johnston County, North Carolina, for capital improvements and land acquisitions that enhance recreational access and environmental stewardship for residents.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Canoe Access Development Fund
$5,000
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 17, 2025

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
Wildlife Viewing Grants Program
$5,000
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations for projects that enhance public wildlife viewing opportunities and promote conservation of Georgia's nongame wildlife and habitats.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
The Giants Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
The Giants Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut that focus on youth development through health, education, fitness, and football engagement initiatives.

Youth
Nonprofits
Tourism Private Sector Grant Program
$50,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2025

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This program provides financial support to Illinois-based businesses and organizations for new or improved tourism events that attract visitors from outside the state, promoting regional economic development.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Tourism Attraction Grant Program
$200,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2025

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, non-profits, and businesses in Illinois for developing and improving tourism attractions that draw visitors from outside the local area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
American Spirit Grant Program
$25,000
Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities in Washington County, Pennsylvania, for projects that enhance tourism and celebrate the county's historical significance in honor of America's 250th anniversary.

Community Development
Special district governments
Massachusetts Habitat Management Grant Program
$75,000
Massachusetts Habitat Management Grant Program
State

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 2, 2025

This program provides funding to private and municipal landowners of conserved properties in Massachusetts to enhance wildlife habitats and improve public access for outdoor recreation.

Environment
County governments
Tulpehocken and Quittapahilla Watershed Grant
$99,999
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to government agencies and nonprofit organizations to improve aquatic habitats and recreational access in the Tulpehocken and Quittapahilla Creek watersheds in Pennsylvania.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Promoting Wellness and Healing in Communities
$750,000
New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 2, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local entities in New York State to implement programs that promote mental wellness, resilience, and healing from trauma.

Health
Nonprofits
Neighborhood Grant Program
$3,000
City of St. Augustine Neighborhood Services Division
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 30, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations and neighborhood groups in St. Augustine for small-scale projects that enhance community life through beautification, cultural enrichment, and community-building initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
South King and Port Communities Fund Environmental Improvements Program
$60,000
Port of Seattle
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Sep 30, 2025

This program provides funding for community-led projects that improve public spaces and promote environmental stewardship in neighborhoods affected by airport operations in South King County.

Environment
Nonprofits
The Fallon Community Fund
$10,000
The Fallon Company
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 20, 2025

Date Added

Sep 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to community organizations in Davidson County to create opportunities for connection and engagement through public events, shared spaces, and neighborhood initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Preservation Act Funding
Contact for amount
Town of Lexington (Community Preservation Committee)
Local

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Sep 30, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to the Town of Lexington for projects that enhance open space, preserve historic resources, develop recreational areas, and create affordable housing, benefiting the community and its residents.

Community Development
Exclusive - see details
Community Development Block Grant Public Facilities and Improvements
$300,000
City of Shreveport Department of Community Development (CD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations for improving public facilities that benefit low- and moderate-income residents in designated neighborhoods of Shreveport.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Neighborhood Investment Program
$7,500
City of Shreveport Department of Community Development (CD)
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 17, 2025

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to neighborhood-based organizations in Shreveport for community improvement projects that enhance local quality of life and foster civic engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Larimore Community Endowment Fund
Contact for amount
North Dakota Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

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
TSET Built Environment Grant – Physical Activity
Contact for amount
Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2025

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community organizations and local governments in Oklahoma to create infrastructure projects that promote physical activity and improve health outcomes for residents.

Health
Nonprofits

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