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Recreation Grants

Explore 2,076 grant opportunities for recreation initiatives

Route 66 Grant Program
$1,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to certified convention and visitors bureaus in Illinois for enhancing and promoting the historic Route 66 tourism experience in preparation for its centennial celebration in 2026.

Recreation
Nonprofits
City of Stayton Community Improvement Grant
$5,000
City of Stayton (General Fund)
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 24, 2025

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This funding program provides financial support for community improvement projects that enhance neighborhoods, improve quality of life, and promote local business development within Stayton, Oregon.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Quality of Life Grant Program
Contact for amount
Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation
Local

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2025

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This program provides funding for public-oriented projects that enhance cultural, recreational, and economic vitality in Brownsville, Texas, targeting nonprofits, businesses, and public entities that have been operating in the area for at least two years.

Community Development
Nonprofits
International Tourism Grant Program
$150,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This program provides funding to certified local tourism organizations outside Chicago to boost international marketing efforts and attract global travelers to Illinois.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Sandwich Fundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
The Sandwich Fundation
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to local organizations and individuals in Sandwich to support programs, projects, and events that enhance the well-being and engagement of children and youth, along with their families.

Youth
Individuals
Recreational Trails Program Grant
$200,000
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to local, state, federal, and Tribal governments, as well as nonprofit organizations, to develop and improve trail systems for outdoor recreation across Oregon.

Recreation
State governments
Tourism and Cultural Investment Grants
$10,000
City of Spokane Grants Department
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit and for-profit organizations in Spokane for projects that promote tourism and cultural activities, enhancing the city's appeal as a regional destination.

Arts
Nonprofits
Hotel-Motel Small Fund
$50,000
Snohomish County
Local

Application Deadline

Nov 20, 2025

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit and public agencies in Snohomish County to create tourism-related projects that attract visitors during major events, particularly the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Community Development Grant
$15,000
City of Yachats
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 20, 2025

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Yachats for projects that promote community development and enhance visitor experiences.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Nature in the City Implementation Grant
$60,000
City of Fort Collins
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 20, 2025

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to community organizations and individuals in Fort Collins for projects that enhance natural spaces, improve wildlife habitats, and promote environmental stewardship in neighborhoods.

Environment
Nonprofits
The Grove Foundation Grant Program
$1,500
The Grove Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to grassroots organizations in Downers Grove, Illinois, to support community projects that improve the quality of life for local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Tourist Development Council Grant Program
$35,000
Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs (Tourist Development Council)
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 14, 2025

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and select for-profit entities for projects that promote tourism and enhance Miami-Dade County's appeal as a travel destination.

Arts
Nonprofits
PECO Green Region Open Space Grant Program
$10,000
PECO
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities and nonprofit organizations in southeastern Pennsylvania to enhance and protect open spaces, improve public access to nature, and support environmental quality initiatives.

Environment
Special district governments
City of Mountlake Terrace Lodging Tax Grants
$50,000
City of Mountlake Terrace
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 22, 2025

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
Hospitality Focused Development Opportunity Grant
Contact for amount
City of Birmingham, Department of Innovation & Economic Opportunity
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This grant provides an opportunity for qualified development teams to create a hospitality-focused project on city-owned land in Birmingham, aimed at boosting economic growth, tourism, and community revitalization.

Recreation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Tahoe for All
$150,000
California Tahoe Conservancy
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Sep 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that create inclusive outdoor experiences for historically underserved communities facing barriers to accessing recreation in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Micro-Grants
$5,000
River City Outdoors
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 24, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations in the Greater St. Louis area for outdoor recreation projects that promote access and engagement with nature.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Dam Removal Design and Implementation Block Grant
$1,250,000
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Oct 24, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the design and removal of dams in Vermont, aimed at improving water quality and enhancing public access to waterways.

Environment
Nonprofits
Route 66 Grant Program
$1,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This program provides funding to certified convention and visitors bureaus in Illinois to enhance tourism and promote activities related to the 100th anniversary of Route 66.

Arts
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Kansas City Royals Foundation Royalty Fields Program
$15,000
The Kansas City Royals Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This program provides matching grants to nonprofit organizations and local governments for renovating youth baseball and softball fields in six Midwestern states, enhancing safety and playability for young athletes.

Recreation
Nonprofits

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