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State Recreation Grants

Explore 497 grant opportunities

FY25 Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant
$500,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to Massachusetts municipalities for acquiring and developing parkland, focusing on enhancing recreational opportunities and climate resilience, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways 2026 Boating Infrastructure Grant
$1,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to support the construction and renovation of public facilities for transient recreational boaters, enhancing access to waterways and promoting economic development along the waterfront.

Environment
City or township governments
Recreational Trails Program
$2,000,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to government agencies and nonprofit organizations in Florida for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and related facilities to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Grant
$25,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations, schools, and tribes in Wisconsin to develop and implement programs that promote safe and ethical hunting practices, particularly targeting adults, women, and families.

Natural Resources
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
Tourism Attraction Grant Program
$200,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, non-profits, and businesses in Illinois for developing and improving tourism attractions that draw visitors from outside the local area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Conservation Partnership Grant
Contact for amount
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts dedicated to acquiring land for conservation and recreational purposes, promoting long-term environmental protection and climate resilience.

Recreation
City or township governments
ZBGA Capital Grant Program
$500,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 26, 2025

This program provides funding to New York State zoos, botanical gardens, and aquaria for capital improvements that enhance educational programs, promote sustainability, and improve public safety.

Environment
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
$2,000,000
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides matching funds to state and local governments in Virginia for acquiring and developing public outdoor recreation sites and facilities, ensuring they remain accessible for public use.

Environment
City or township governments
Parents Commission FY 2026
$200,000
Arizona Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Family (GVA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 25, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Arizona-based organizations focused on increasing parental involvement and preventing youth substance abuse through community engagement and educational programs.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Facilities: Small Grants
$210,000
Kansas Department of Commerce (KDC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides financial support to small cities and counties in Kansas for infrastructure and facility projects that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents.

Community Development
City or township governments
Sustainable Recreation, Tourism, and Equitable Outdoor Access Directed Grant Program (2025-2027)
$30,000,000
Sierra Nevada Conservancy
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This program provides funding to public agencies, nonprofits, and tribal entities for projects that promote sustainable recreation, tourism, and equitable access to outdoor spaces in the Sierra-Cascade Region.

Recreation
State governments
New Jersey Agritourism Grant Program
$100,000
New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism (NJTT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 4, 2025

This program provides funding to New Jersey agricultural businesses to enhance their tourism activities, attract visitors, and promote local agricultural products.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Community Impact Program
$2,000,000
Colorado Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to Colorado cities, counties, and conservation organizations for projects that improve outdoor access and enhance community spaces, such as parks and trails.

Community Development
City or township governments
The Tribal Tourism Small Business Grant Program
$10,000
Montana Department of Commerce (Business MT Division)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This program provides financial support to enrolled members of Montana's federally recognized tribes to start or grow small businesses that enhance the tribal tourism economy in the state.

Business and Commerce
Individuals
2027 Community Parks and Playgrounds Program Grant
Contact for amount
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Maryland's cities and towns for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational spaces, particularly benefiting children and underserved communities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Projects, Events, or Festivals Grant
Contact for amount
District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This grant provides funding to individuals and nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, to support arts and humanities projects that enhance community engagement and cultural vibrancy throughout the city.

Arts
Nonprofits
Agritourism Grant Program
$50,000
Montana Department of Commerce (Destination MT Division)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 14, 2024

This program provides financial support to rural and tribal agricultural businesses and communities in Montana to promote agritourism activities that connect agriculture with tourism.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants
$80,000
New Hampshire State Parks
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations and municipalities in New Hampshire for the construction, maintenance, and development of recreational trails for both motorized and non-motorized activities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems Initiative
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects in the Appalachian region that help individuals recovering from substance use disorders gain access to job training and employment services, fostering sustainable recovery and economic independence.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments