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State Recreation Grants

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Land and Water Conservation Fund
$500,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to state and local governments, regional recreation authorities, and federally recognized Native American tribes for acquiring land to enhance public outdoor recreational opportunities in Michigan.

Recreation
City or township governments
Safety and Environmental Education
$10,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

This grant provides funding for projects that educate trail users about safety practices and environmental conservation related to recreational trails.

Environment
Nonprofits
Youth & Amateur Sports Grant Program and Michael Erin Busch Fund
$75,000
Maryland Sports Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 16, 2024

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and sport tourism-related entities in Maryland to host youth and amateur sporting events that boost local tourism and youth participation in sports.

Youth
Nonprofits
Non-Motorized Trails
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a variety of projects aimed at developing, maintaining, and promoting non-motorized recreational trails for public use by local governments, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations.

Recreation
State governments
Boating Infrastructure Grants
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Michigan municipalities and public entities for building and improving docking facilities for transient recreational boats, promoting public access and local economic growth.

Recreation
City or township governments
Arts Everywhere Program
$20,000
Kansas Arts Commission
State

Application Deadline

Mar 23, 2026

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This program provides funding to educational institutions, arts organizations, and community nonprofits in Kansas to promote cultural and artistic activities that enhance student achievement, community development, and workforce readiness.

Arts
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Sewage Management Operation and Maintenance Grant
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This program provides financial support to marina operators in California for the maintenance and operation of sewage pumpout systems, ensuring responsible waste management for recreational boaters.

Environment
Small businesses
Cooperative Marketing & Advertising Grant Program​
Contact for amount
New Mexico Tourism Department
State

Application Deadline

Apr 7, 2026

Date Added

Mar 21, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to local and tribal governments, tourism-related nonprofits, and attractions in New Mexico for collaborative marketing efforts that promote the state's tourism economy.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2023

This program provides funding to public entities and private marina owners for the construction and improvement of recreational boating facilities specifically designed for transient vessels over 26 feet in length.

Recreation
State governments
Boating Infrastructure Grant
$1,500,000
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities and eligible organizations for developing and maintaining transient docking facilities for recreational motorboats 26 feet and longer in Pennsylvania.

Recreation
County governments
Public Access
$5,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity supports organizations working on habitat restoration and public access projects in California, particularly those that enhance ecosystem connectivity and benefit underserved communities.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Lehigh Valley Greenways Mini Grants
$20,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Mar 27, 2026

Date Added

Feb 11, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support for local conservation and outdoor recreation projects in the Lehigh Valley, targeting nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions committed to enhancing community green spaces and ecological resilience.

Environment
Nonprofits
Transportation Alternatives Program 
$30,000,000
Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, schools, and other eligible organizations in Kansas to develop infrastructure for non-motorized transportation, such as bike paths and pedestrian facilities, promoting community engagement and sustainability.

Transportation
City or township governments
Hunter Access Grant Program
$1,000,000
Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Feb 3, 2026

This program provides funding to public and nonprofit organizations in Alaska to improve access to public lands and facilities for hunters, trappers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Impact Grant
$15,000
Kansas Department of Commerce (KDC)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This state-funded initiative provides financial support to Kansas cities for sustainable projects that enhance public spaces and foster community engagement and pride.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and limited for-profit businesses in Pennsylvania for projects that improve recreational spaces, conserve natural resources, and revitalize communities.

Natural Resources
County governments
Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jan 21, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and select businesses in Pennsylvania for projects that improve public access to outdoor recreation, conserve natural resources, and revitalize communities.

Arts
County governments
Community and Watershed Forestry Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance sustainable forestry practices, improve water quality, and promote community resilience through green infrastructure initiatives.

Environment
County governments
The Wild and Scenic Rivers Fund
$200,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides funding to local organizations and governments in Colorado to develop strategies for protecting river resources without federal designation, supporting projects like planning and restoration efforts.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Recreational Trails Program
Contact for amount
Arkansas Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2024

This program provides funding to public entities and nonprofit organizations in Arkansas for the construction and maintenance of recreational trails that are accessible to the general public.

Recreation
City or township governments