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State Recreation Grants

Explore 497 grant opportunities

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
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
Local Government Grant Program
$1,000,000
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2026

Date Added

Mar 11, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments in Oregon for the acquisition, development, and rehabilitation of outdoor parks and recreation facilities to enhance community access and quality of life.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Pond Program Grants
$40,000
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2027

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
Recreational Trails Program
Contact for amount
South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Feb 9, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to public and nonprofit organizations for the development and maintenance of recreational trails accessible to the general public across the United States.

Recreation
Nonprofits
State Park And Forest Heritage Trust Fund Grant Program For Friends Groups
$30,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 8, 2023

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit Friends Groups dedicated to maintaining and operating Wisconsin's state parks, forests, trails, and recreation areas.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Target Range Grants
$250,000
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2027

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This program provides financial support to various public and private entities in Texas for planning and constructing accessible target ranges that promote recreational shooting sports for the general public.

Recreation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Proposition 68 Grant Program
$4,000,000
California Tahoe Conservancy
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 5, 2024

This funding provides financial support for projects that restore natural resources, enhance public access to outdoor recreation, and promote community resilience against wildfires in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
Route 66 Grant Program
$209,327
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Exclusive - see details
Urban Act Grant Program
Contact for amount
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities and organizations for projects that enhance community development, transportation, housing, and social services in economically distressed areas of Connecticut.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Greenway and Trails Technical Assistance Program
$20,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to coalitions of local governments, organizations, and stakeholders in Illinois to plan and develop greenways and trails that promote conservation, recreation, and community connectivity.

Recreation
State governments
Habitat Enhancement and Restoration
Contact for amount
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 11, 2023

This funding opportunity supports a variety of habitat restoration and enhancement projects across California, aimed at protecting wildlife and improving ecological health, and is available to organizations capable of implementing such initiatives.

Environment
State governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$3,000,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Jun 24, 2026

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments in Maryland for outdoor recreation projects, including land acquisition and the development or renovation of recreational facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Greenways, Trails and Recreation Grant Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance public parks, trails, and recreational spaces, promoting environmental conservation and community well-being.

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

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2024

This program provides funding to Arkansas communities for projects that improve transportation options and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Transportation
City or township governments
Lower American River Conservancy Program
$3,840,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This program provides funding to local agencies and nonprofit organizations for projects that restore, enhance, and improve public access to the natural and recreational resources of the American River Parkway.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grants for Nonprofit Conservation Organizations
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit conservation organizations for acquiring land and conservation easements to promote environmental protection and public recreational access.

Environment
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Law Enforcement Equipment Grant Program
$1,500,000
California Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local government agencies in California for purchasing equipment to enhance boating law enforcement and safety on the state's waterways.

Environment
City or township governments
Local Parks Grants
$2,000,000
Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission
State

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Texas local governments for developing and improving public recreational facilities and parks to enhance community access to outdoor and indoor activities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Local Share Account (LSA) - Fayette County
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides funding to support community and economic development projects in Fayette County, aimed at improving quality of life and creating jobs through local investments from gaming revenues.

Community Development
Exclusive - see details