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Recreation Grants

Explore 2,045 grant opportunities for recreation initiatives

Neighbors in Action Grant Program
$10,000
New York City of Rochester
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 20, 2026

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This program provides funding to neighborhood associations, block clubs, and community organizations in Rochester to support locally driven projects that strengthen community ties and address local needs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Okoboji Foundation Leadership Grants
Contact for amount
Okoboji Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and government entities to undertake significant capital projects that improve community infrastructure and enhance the quality of life in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Frederick County Tourism Reinvestment in Promotion & Product (TRIPP) Program
$40,000
Tourism Council of Frederick County
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Frederick County, Maryland, to promote tourism and develop attractions that draw visitors from outside the area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Shooting Range Grants Program
$25,000
Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 31, 2026

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This program provides financial support to organizations in Wyoming for developing and improving public shooting ranges that enhance safety, accessibility, and hunter education.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Okoboji Foundation Community Needs Grants
$24,999
Okoboji Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and government entities to improve infrastructure and facilities that enhance community life and recreational opportunities in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Facility Matching Funds Program
$15,000
Erie Sports Commission
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This program provides matching funds to organizations in Erie County, Pennsylvania, for improving sports facilities that attract tourism and boost the local economy through sporting events.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program (GCA) – G26
$30,000,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Mar 2, 2026

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to public agencies, nonprofits, and tribal governments in California to support the sustainable management and enjoyment of off-highway vehicle recreation while preserving natural resources.

Education
Nonprofits
Goessel Community Foundation Grant
$4,000
Goessel Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Jan 9, 2026

This grant provides financial support for community-focused projects and programs that improve the quality of life for residents in Goessel, Kansas, with a special emphasis on initiatives benefiting older adults.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Event Sponsorship Grants
Contact for amount
City of Elk Grove
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 20, 2026

Date Added

Jan 9, 2026

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Elk Grove for hosting community events that promote cultural, social, or economic vitality and are accessible to all residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Grant Program
$5,000
Marion County Parks and Recreation Commission (MCPARC)
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 11, 2026

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This program provides financial and technical support to municipalities and community groups in Marion County, West Virginia, for developing and improving public parks and recreational facilities that benefit the community.

Recreation
City or township governments
New York Places for Learning, Activity, and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS)
$2,500,000
New York Dormitory Authority
State

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This initiative provides funding to municipalities and eligible nonprofit organizations in New York State for the design, construction, and renovation of public playgrounds, particularly in underserved communities, to promote safe and inclusive spaces for youth socialization and activity.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Chautauqua County Watershed Grant Program
$50,000
Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This program provides funding for projects that improve water quality and enhance recreational opportunities in key lakes and streams of Chautauqua County, targeting collaborations among local governments, non-profits, schools, and landowners.

Environment
Nonprofits
Tourism Promotion Grant Program
$5,000
City of Grants Pass Economic Development Division
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 5, 2026

This grant provides financial support to businesses and nonprofit organizations in Grants Pass to promote tourism through events and activities that attract visitors from over 50 miles away, especially during the off-peak season.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Gering Occupation Tax Grant
Contact for amount
Gering City Council (Gering Visitors Bureau)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and municipal entities for tourism-related projects that promote economic development and encourage overnight stays in Gering and Scotts Bluff County.

Community Development
Nonprofits
MassTrails Grants
$500,000
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2026

Date Added

Dec 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports public entities, Native nations, and non-profit organizations in Massachusetts to develop, enhance, and maintain recreational trails and shared-use pathways that promote outdoor access and community connectivity.

Recreation
City or township governments
Clinton County Tourism Grant
Contact for amount
Clinton County Economic Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 9, 2026

Date Added

Dec 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports businesses and organizations in Clinton County, Pennsylvania, to enhance tourism through projects that improve visitor experiences and encourage overnight stays.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Clean Vessel Act Grant
Contact for amount
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (FWC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

Date Added

Dec 18, 2025

This program provides funding to marinas, boatyards, and public agencies in Vermont to improve facilities for managing recreational boater waste, ensuring cleaner waterways and better services for boaters.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Vermont Watershed Grant Program
$10,000
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (FWC)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Dec 18, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, and community groups in Vermont for projects that protect and enhance the health of local watersheds, including lakes, rivers, and streams.

Environment
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grant
$1,000,000
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (FWC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

Date Added

Dec 18, 2025

This program provides financial support to marinas and parks for developing and improving facilities that accommodate transient recreational boaters with vessels 26 feet or longer.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Idaho Wild Rivers Grant Program
Contact for amount
Idaho Department of Commerce (Visit Idaho)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 9, 2026

Date Added

Dec 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve whitewater river tourism, access, safety, and conservation efforts in Idaho.

Recreation
Nonprofits

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