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State Recreation Grants

Explore 478 grant opportunities

Youth Safe Spaces (Round 2)
$2,500,000
New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 19, 2026

Date Added

Dec 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community-based programs that create safe, youth-led spaces for mental wellness and social connection for young people aged 12โ€“24 in underserved areas of New York State.

Youth
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
Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program (GOSP)
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR) Coastal Resources Divsion
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Georgia for projects that protect and enhance natural resources, parks, and outdoor recreation areas.

Natural Resources
State governments
Recreational Trails Program
$50,000
Vermont Department of Forest, Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2026

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Vermont municipalities, nonprofits, and government entities for the development, restoration, and maintenance of public recreational trails, including projects for both motorized and non-motorized activities.

Recreation
State governments
State Lake Improvement Fund (SLIF) Grants
$1,040,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments in Arizona for projects that improve recreational facilities and safety on lakes where motorized boats are permitted.

Environment
City or township governments
Business in Our Sites Grants/Loans (BOS)
$4,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

This funding opportunity assists communities in developing a portfolio of ready sites to attract and support growing businesses, with loans available specifically for private developers.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
Attraction Development Grants
$146,000
Kansas Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Jan 9, 2026

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations and businesses in Kansas to create or improve tourism attractions that will draw more visitors and stimulate the local economy.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sports Marketing and Tourism Account Program (SMAT)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and eligible entities in Pennsylvania to host major sporting and esports events, boosting tourism and economic activity in the state.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Hudson River Valley Greenway Conservancy Trail Grant
$250,000
New York State Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley (HRVG)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This grant provides financial support to municipalities and non-profit organizations in selected New York counties for various recreational trail projects, including construction, planning, rehabilitation, and educational initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
$1,500,000
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides funding to public and private operators for the construction and improvement of transient moorage facilities for recreational motorboats 26 feet or longer, ensuring they are accessible for short-term stays.

Recreation
City or township governments
Municipal Parks and Recreation Grant Program
$900,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 9, 2026

Date Added

Apr 7, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in New York State for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational facilities that promote outdoor activities and enhance community well-being.

Recreation
City or township governments
Blueprint to Build - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
$4,000,000
Kansas Department of Commerce (Commerce)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Jul 16, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to small Kansas communities for constructing new community centers that serve low- to moderate-income residents, utilizing pre-designed architectural plans to streamline the process.

Community Development
City or township governments
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
MDARD Equine Grant Program
$125,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 27, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a variety of equine-related projects in Michigan, including marketing, research, and aftercare programs, aimed at enhancing the state's horse racing industry and overall equine activities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Oregon Conservation & Recreation Fund
$25,000
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Feb 9, 2026

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance conservation and outdoor recreation in Oregon, particularly those addressing drought impacts, and is open to a variety of eligible organizations, including tribes, nonprofits, and local governments.

Environment
Nonprofits
Public Works Grants
$1,500,000
Minnesota Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jul 5, 2025

This program provides financial support to cities, townships, Tribal governments, and other governmental entities in Minnesota's Iron Range area for essential infrastructure projects that foster long-term economic development.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Explore the Coast
$100,000
California State Coastal Conservancy
State

Application Deadline

Jan 30, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-centered projects that enhance coastal access and enjoyment for historically underserved populations in California, including low-income communities, individuals with disabilities, and people of color.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Small Scale Grants
$100,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

This program provides funding for the development and maintenance of off-highway vehicle trails and related facilities, aimed at enhancing safe and sustainable OHV recreation in Arizona for governmental entities, non-profits, and clubs.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Montana Tourism Development Grant Program
$2,750,000
Montana Department of Commerce (Destination MT Division)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 22, 2026

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This program provides funding to Montana communities to develop sustainable tourism initiatives that enhance local economies while preserving their unique character and culture.

Community Development
County governments
Community Pond Program Grants
$40,000
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments and community organizations in Montana to create and improve fishing ponds, promoting public access and recreational fishing, especially for families and youth.

Recreation
State governments