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State Recreation Grants

Explore 481 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
Call for Nominations for Governorโ€™s Arts Awards
Contact for amount
New Hampshire State Council on the Arts (NHSCA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 14, 2025

This program recognizes and honors individuals, organizations, and communities in New Hampshire for their significant contributions to the state's arts and cultural landscape.

Arts
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
Historic Cemeteries Grants Program
$8,000
Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This grant provides financial support for the preservation and restoration of historic cemeteries in Oregon, targeting projects that enhance cultural and historical memory through various preservation activities.

Safety
County governments
Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)ย 
Contact for amount
Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible entities for projects that improve pedestrian and bicycle facilities, enhance community quality of life, and promote environmentally sustainable transportation alternatives.

Transportation
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
Signage Grants
$10,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

This funding opportunity provides up to $10,000 for government entities, non-profits, and clubs to improve safety and navigation on off-highway vehicle trails in Arizona through the installation of signage and informational displays.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Transportation Alternatives Program
$47,250,000
Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, schools, and nonprofits in Nebraska for small-scale transportation projects that improve accessibility, safety, and multimodal travel options, particularly for nonmotorized transportation.

Transportation
City or township governments
2026 Healthy Summer Youth Jobs Grant Program
$100,000
Massachusetts Attorney Generalโ€™s Office (AGO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Massachusetts to create summer job programs for youth that promote public health and provide professional development.

Health
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
Emergency and Mitigation Grants
$100,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

This funding opportunity provides up to $100,000 for governmental entities, non-profits, and clubs to quickly repair trail damage caused by vandalism, fire, and weather, while also supporting trash removal and dust mitigation efforts to ensure safe and environmentally preserved OHV trails.

Recreation
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
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 Governorโ€™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
State and Regional Partnerships
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 supports nonprofit organizations, regional municipal entities, and state-designated Heritage Areas in Pennsylvania to enhance recreation, park management, and conservation efforts through various projects focused on education, planning, and implementation.

Recreation
City or township governments
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
Park Rehabilitation and Development
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania for projects that improve public parks, recreational facilities, and access to waterways, enhancing community outdoor spaces and environmental sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
Agritourism Grant Program
$50,000
Montana Department of Commerce
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.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
FY25 Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants
$80,000
New Hampshire State Parks
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for trail-related projects in New Hampshire, including maintenance, construction, and facility development, aimed at non-profit organizations, educational institutions, private groups, and government entities.

Recreation
Nonprofits