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State Recreation Grants

Explore 481 grant opportunities

Community Recreation and Conservation Planning
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 local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania to plan and develop parks, recreation facilities, and conservation projects that enhance community well-being and ecological sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
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
Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnerships Grants - Plan Development Grants
$250,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Colorado non-profits and government entities in collaborating on conservation and recreation planning to enhance outdoor experiences and engage underrepresented communities.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Office of the Budget
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This state-funded program provides financial assistance for large-scale economic, cultural, and community improvement projects in Pennsylvania that create jobs and enhance regional development.

Community Development
State governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and organizations in Nebraska for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational spaces, promoting outdoor access and environmental preservation for all residents.

Recreation
City or township governments
2024 Veteran Employment Program
$200,000
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist Pennsylvania veterans and their eligible spouses in overcoming employment barriers and improving job prospects.

Employment Labor and Training
County governments
Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program
$750,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in Illinois for acquiring land designated for public outdoor recreation, such as parks and natural areas.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Public Spaces Community Places (PSCP)
$50,000
Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides matching funds to municipalities for community-driven projects that enhance public spaces and promote accessibility.

Community Development
City or township governments
IWRB Aging Infrastructure Grant Program
$2,000,000
Idaho Department of Water Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various water-related entities in Idaho for the rehabilitation and improvement of aging water infrastructure essential for irrigation and water delivery.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Michigan Shared Streets and Spaces Grant Program (SSSG)
$200,000
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to Michigan cities and public transit agencies for projects that enhance public spaces, making them safer and more accessible for walking, biking, and transit use.

Transportation
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) FY25
$2,750,000
California Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This program provides funding to local government agencies in California to help remove and prevent abandoned recreational vessels from polluting waterways.

Environment
City or township governments
Rhode Island Agricultural Energy Program
$20,000
Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This program provides financial support to Rhode Island agricultural businesses and nonprofits for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects to help reduce energy costs and promote sustainability.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Robotics Grant Program
$3,500
Alabama State Department of Education
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 13, 2024

This grant provides funding to Alabama public school districts to purchase robotics equipment, software, and training that enhance robotics education for students in elementary, middle, and high schools.

Education
City or township governments
Off-Highway Vehicle Program (OHV)
$500,000
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the development and maintenance of off-highway vehicle trails and facilities in Illinois, targeting local governments, non-profits, businesses, and individuals committed to enhancing public access to OHV recreation.

Recreation
County governments
Social Services Block Grant Program
$35,000
Indiana Criminal Justice Institute
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This funding provides financial support to domestic violence shelters and emergency services in Indiana to help survivors and their dependents access essential resources and services.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Wetlands for Wildlife Grants
$1,121,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This grant provides funding for projects that restore and enhance wetlands and riparian areas in Colorado, benefiting waterfowl and improving public hunting opportunities, and is open to various organizations, including government agencies and nonprofits.

Environment
State governments
General Operating Support
$25,000
Kansas Arts Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Kansas to enhance their programming and strengthen the state's cultural infrastructure.

Arts
Independent school districts
Hunter R3 (Recruitment, Retention And Reactivation) Grant Program
$25,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 8, 2023

This grant provides financial support to individuals and organizations in Wisconsin for projects that promote safe and ethical hunting by recruiting new hunters, especially adults, women, and families, while addressing barriers to participation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Police Athletic Leagues
$7,500,000
Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2024

This grant provides $7.5 million to support and expand a youth mentorship and athletic program in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Flint, aimed at preventing juvenile crime and promoting positive development through sports and education.

Recreation
Exclusive - see details
Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Grants
$50,000
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments in New Jersey to enhance their historic preservation efforts and protect significant historical sites and resources.

Environment
City or township governments