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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
Rubberized Pavement Grant Program 2025
$750,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 1, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments, regional park districts, and eligible Tribal Entities in California to promote the use of recycled rubberized pavement in public roadways and pathways, helping to reduce tire waste and support sustainable practices.

Environment
City or township governments
Community and Watershed Forestry Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical support to municipalities, non-profits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance local conservation and urban forestry through the establishment of riparian buffers, native habitats, and community tree initiatives.

Environment
County governments
2026 Destination Forward Grant Program
Contact for amount
New Mexico Tourism Department
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 21, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, tribal entities, and eligible private organizations in New Mexico to develop and improve tourism infrastructure that promotes sustainable and community-based tourism.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to eligible local governments and tribes in Nebraska for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities and access, such as parks, trails, and sports fields.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Snowmobile Trail Improvement Fund
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 14, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit snowmobile clubs in Michigan for maintaining and improving the state's snowmobile trail system.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Law Enforcement Financial Aid Program FY24
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local government agencies in California to enhance boating safety and enforcement measures in heavily used waterways that lack sufficient funding.

Environment
City or township governments
New York State Snowmobile Trail Grant-In-Aid Program
Contact for amount
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments in New York for the development, maintenance, and grooming of snowmobile trails to promote tourism and safe recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Tourism Event Growth & Sustainability Program Grant
$50,000
New Mexico Tourism Department
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 21, 2025

This program provides financial and marketing support to tourism-related events in New Mexico that attract visitors and promote the state's cultural experiences.

Recreation
City or township governments
Tourism Grant Program
$10,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

The Iowa Tourism Grant Program, funded by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, offers grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to Iowa-based tourism-related entities for marketing initiatives, meetings, and events that align with IEDA's marketing plan, with a total of $300,000 available for projects to be implemented in the 2025 fiscal year.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fundย 
Contact for amount
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 16, 2025

This program provides matching funds to state and local governments in Kansas for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreation areas and facilities, promoting healthier communities and preserving natural spaces.

Recreation
State governments
MassWildlife Habitat Management Grant Program
$75,000
Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for habitat improvement projects on conserved private and municipal lands in Massachusetts, aimed at enhancing wildlife habitats and promoting biodiversity.

Environment
Nonprofits
MassTrails Grant Program
$500,000
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 24, 2025

This program provides matching funds to communities, nonprofits, and public entities in Massachusetts for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and shared-use pathways, promoting connectivity and accessibility for all users.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Shoreline Erosion Control Program FY26
$1,000,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This grant provides financial assistance to local agencies in California for projects aimed at managing coastal erosion and restoring public beaches.

Environment
City or township governments
FY24-25 Recreational Trails Program - Motorized
$2,000,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 2, 2026

Date Added

Jun 30, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, non-profits, and other organizations in Florida for the development and maintenance of motorized recreational trails and related facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant Program
$500,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 16, 2024

This grant provides funding to California-based entities for infrastructure projects that utilize recycled tire materials to reduce landfill waste and promote sustainable construction practices.

Transportation
City or township governments
Destination Development Grant
$5,000,000
North Dakota Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 11, 2025

This program provides funding to businesses and organizations in North Dakota for developing or expanding tourism attractions that enhance the state's economy and diversify its tourism offerings.

Community Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
New York Statewide Investment in More Swimming Initiative (NY SWIMS)
$10,000,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; Dormitory Authority of the State of New York
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This initiative provides funding to municipalities and Indian Nations in New York State to build or improve swimming facilities in underserved communities, promoting safe access to swimming.

Recreation
City or township governments
Youth Team Sports Grant
$25,000
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (NYS OCFS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Dutchess County to offer free team sports programs for youth under 18, particularly in underserved areas, promoting positive youth development and physical health.

Youth
Nonprofits
Tourism Marketing Grant Program
$10,000
Kansas Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for new marketing initiatives aimed at boosting tourism in Kansas, targeting not-for-profit organizations, for-profit businesses, government agencies, and other eligible entities involved in promoting travel destinations.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits