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State Recreation Grants

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Illinois Snowmobile Trail Establishment Fund Grant Program
$120,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides financial support to Illinois-based not-for-profit snowmobile clubs and organizations for developing and maintaining snowmobile trails and facilities accessible to the public.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Arkansas Community Assistance Grant Program
$1,500,000
Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This program provides funding to Arkansas cities, counties, towns, and nonprofits for community development projects like building or renovating public facilities and supporting operational needs.

Community Development
City or township governments
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program 
$10,000,000
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) 
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities in economically disadvantaged urban communities across the United States.

Recreation
City or township governments
Tourism Attraction Grant Program
$200,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This program provides funding to projects that improve tourism attractions in Illinois, helping local communities increase visitor traffic and boost economic growth.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) Grant Program
$39,550
Wisconsin Department of Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Wisconsin to promote tourism through innovative marketing initiatives and events that attract visitors from outside the local area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Bike Path Grant Program (BIKE)
$200,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in Illinois for the development and improvement of public, off-road bicycle paths and related facilities to promote safe and accessible biking.

Recreation
City or township governments
Rural Murals Grant Program
Contact for amount
Kansas Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2025

This program provides funding for rural communities in Kansas to create murals and public art that celebrate their local culture and heritage, fostering community pride and revitalization.

Arts
City or township governments
Recreational Trails Program (RTP)
$100,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 11, 2023

This program provides financial assistance to local governments, nonprofit organizations, and tribal bodies in Wisconsin for developing and maintaining recreational trails and related facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Recreation Trails Program (RTP)
$200,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides funding to government agencies, nonprofits, and private operators for developing and maintaining public recreational trails, with a focus on enhancing access and conservation efforts.

Recreation
Individuals
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$500,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to local governments and state agencies in Michigan for developing public outdoor recreation facilities, such as parks and trails, to enhance community recreational opportunities.

Recreation
State governments
Alabama Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Community Enhancement Fund
$400,000
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Alabama's non-entitlement communities for projects that enhance public infrastructure and amenities, improving the quality of life for residents, particularly low- to moderate-income individuals.

Community Development
City or township governments
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
$15,000,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This program provides matching funds to urban communities in Michigan for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreation areas, focusing on economically disadvantaged and underserved populations.

Recreation
City or township governments
IL Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP)
$3,000,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and eligible organizations for small-scale transportation projects that improve alternative transportation options, preserve cultural resources, and enhance community quality of life in Illinois.

Transportation
City or township governments
Veterans and War Memorials Grant
$80,000
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 14, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to support the construction, restoration, and enhancement of memorials dedicated to veterans and military service across Oregon.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Maryland Nonpoint Source Pollution Grant
$400,000
Maryland Department of the Environment
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and local governments in Maryland for projects that reduce water pollution from various diffuse sources, improving the quality of rivers, streams, and other water bodies across the state.

Environment
City or township governments
Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD)
$1,125,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Illinois for acquiring and developing land dedicated to public outdoor recreation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity Grant Program 2026
$425,000
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This program provides financial support to Massachusetts municipalities for acquiring land to preserve open spaces and promote passive recreational activities.

Environment
City or township governments
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) – R24
$3,900,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to assist local governments and organizations in developing and maintaining recreational trails and facilities for motorized trail users.

Education
Nonprofits
Off-Highway Vehicle Grants
Contact for amount
Colorado Department of Natural Resources (Colorado Parks and Wildlife)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to government agencies and nonprofit organizations for projects that improve off-highway vehicle trails, enhance safety, and promote environmental sustainability in Colorado.

Recreation
State governments
Community Tree Planting Grant
$20,000
Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDA-DoF)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, nonprofit organizations, and public schools in Tennessee for planting trees on public lands to improve community wellbeing and environmental health.

Environment
City or township governments