Florida Recreation Grants

This program provides financial assistance to Florida's local governments for improving public boating access and infrastructure in coastal and inland waterways.

This program provides funding to local governments and organizations in Florida for small-scale transportation projects that improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists, while also preserving cultural and environmental resources.

This program provides funding to marinas and facilities that offer public access to sewage pumpout services, helping to reduce water pollution by improving waste disposal from vessels.

This funding opportunity provides up to $100,000 to nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural events that enhance community engagement, promote local heritage, and stimulate economic growth in Hillsborough County.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small nonprofit organizations in Northeast Florida with limited budgets, helping them strengthen their operations or develop community-focused programs.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit programs in Collier and Monroe Counties that assist employed individuals and families facing financial challenges, focusing on measurable improvements in community resilience, financial security, health, and youth opportunities.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Palm Beach and Martin Counties to support projects that enhance community capacity, economic opportunity, education, and overall community well-being.

This program provides funding to neighborhood associations in Hillsborough County for community projects that promote health, safety, and engagement among residents.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Miami-Dade County that offer high-quality summer arts and science camps for underserved children and youth, including those with disabilities, at little or no cost.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Polk County, Florida, to deliver behavioral health and preventative health programs for residents without health insurance and with incomes at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.

This grant provides funding to neighborhood organizations in St. Augustine, Florida, to support small-scale projects that enhance community engagement, beautification, and quality of life.

The Bay Mini-Grants are competitive awards that fund environmental restoration and education projects in the Tampa Bay watershed with a focus on community-led initiatives. Donor Name: Tampa Bay Estuary Program State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: This funding program stimulates environmental stewardship and science literacy among those who live, work, and play around Tampa Bay. Funding Information The maximum award is $5,000 per project. Schools, governments, nonprofits, and businesses are eligible to apply. Grant Period January 1 – December 31, 2025. Project Eligibility Projects must be within the Tampa Bay watershed.  Applicants may submit up to two proposals, but only one proposal per organization may be awarded.  Being listed as a project partner in a different organization’s application does not preclude any organization from applying and receiving an award. Projects must address one or more of the priorities listed in the Tampa Bay Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP). Improve water quality and reduce contaminants of concern in the bay Increase and preserve healthy bay habitats in Tampa Bay Protect and enhance fisheries and wildlife Improve spill prevention and response Reduce the occurrence of invasive species in the bay Increase public education and involvement Improve responsible public use of the bay Improve the resiliency of bay habitats to climate change Incorporate CCMP goals and targets into local land use plans and other planning and development guidance tools. Eligibility Criteria  Nonprofit organizations, businesses, and educational institutions are eligible to receive grant funds. Government agencies may apply if a project has strong volunteer or community involvement. A federal employer identification number (FEID) or state tax exemption is required. Funds will not be awarded to individuals. Past award recipients have included nonprofits, educators, filmmakers, neighborhood associations, artists, and researchers. Projects that are led by, empower, benefit, or engage communities that are underserved and/or overburdened are encouraged to apply. Additional potential awardees include chambers of commerce, professional associations, and other affinity groups. For more information, visit Tampa Bay Estuary Program.

The Miami Lakes Town Foundation is accepting applications for its 2024 mini-grant awards, aimed at supporting community groups, school clubs, and organizations that foster literacy, continuing education, youth programs, beautification projects, and cultural events in the Miami Lakes community, with a preference for projects that include a kindness component.

This grant provides funding and sports equipment to athletic programs in Southwest Florida, ensuring young athletes have the necessary resources for safe and effective participation in their sports.

This program provides funding to arts, nature, and cultural organizations in Alachua County to support events and activities that attract tourists and enhance the area's cultural vibrancy.

The Alachua County Visitors & Convention Bureau is accepting applications for its Nature and Culture Destination Enhancement Grants. Donor Name: Alachua County Visitors & Convention Bureau State: Florida County: Alachua County (FL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The purpose of the grants to support and enhance Alachua County as a culturally interesting and vibrant destination, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners has allocated a portion of the Tourist Development Tax revenue to aid in the operations and promotions of arts, cultural, and nature events that have, as one of their main purposes, the attraction of tourists as evidenced by the promotion of the event to tourists. An eligible event is one that its main purpose for the attraction of tourists as evidenced by the promotion of the activity or event to tourists. A tourist is a person who participates in trade or recreation activities outside of the county of his or her residence, or who rents transient accommodations as provided in the Act. Funding information Applicants are able to request funds based on operating revenues reported in the organization’s last filed 990. The funding levels are as follows, with two exceptions as noted below: Annual budget over $1,000,000 Maximum Request 10% of budget Annual budget up to $ 999,999 Maximum Request 15% of budget Annual budget up to $ 499,999 Maximum Request 20% of budget Annual budget up to $ 199,999 Maximum Request 25% of budget Annual budget up to $ 100,000 Maximum Request 30% of budget The maximum request amount for an Educational Agency is $75,000.00 regardless of the number of program applications submitted. Educational Agencies that submit multiple applications are subject to the total award amount of $75,000.00. For applicants whose primary organizational purpose or mission is not to attract audience members, a separate event statement with direct expenses and revenues for the program is required. Funding request amounts will be based on that figure rather than the organizational budget. Grant Period For programs and activities occurring between October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Applicants must fulfill the following at the time of application. Be a legally established arts, nature or culture organization. The operations, events and activities must be within the boundaries of Alachua County. The proposed event has as one of its main purposes the attraction of tourists as evidenced by the promotion of the event to tourists. Have documented IRS non-profit, tax-exempt status. A copy of Active Status from Sunbiz.org must be attached to the application. Institutions of higher education are eligible to apply for arts, nature or culture programs and events, within the request limit. Applications will not be accepted from organizations who have applied for Tourist Development funding through the Gainesville Sports Commission, Sponsorships, Local Sports Destination Enhancement Grants and Conference Grants in the same year. Applications will not be accepted for organizations to re-grant or provide funding to individuals or other organizations. Government entities are not eligible to apply for Nature and Culture Destination Enhancement grants. For more information, visit Visit Gainesville Alachua County.

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.

The City of Orlando is offering a matching grant program, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, for schools and non-profit organizations to fund youth programs that enhance academic achievement, reduce crime, and promote safe communities, with funds being used for educational, athletic, civic engagement, or mentoring opportunities, excluding certain expenses like computers, office equipment, and in-school programs.

The City of St. Petersburg is excited to announce the Arts and Culture Grant. Donor Name: City of St. Petersburg State: Florida City: St. Petersburg Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/13/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Arts and Culture Grants are intended to provide operating funds to eligible organizations that contribute to the vibrant cultural opportunities that serve the diverse citizens of the St. Petersburg community as part of the Mayor’s Pillars for Progress focusing on arts and culture, as well as education and youth opportunities. The Arts and Culture Grants, in addition to supporting established organizations, will encourage fostering new or emerging artistic expressions and intentional inclusivity throughout the City of St. Petersburg. Funding Information Level 1: Organizations with budgets of $100,000 to $149,999 are eligible to receive up to $7,500 or a maximum of 10% of the most completed fiscal year’s operating budget. Level 2: Organizations with budgets of $150,000 to $499,999 are eligible to receive up to $15,000. Level 3: Organizations with budgets of $500,000 or more are eligible to receive up to $22,500. Grant Period Grant-funded activities cannot begin before October 1, 2024, or extend beyond September 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Applicants must fulfill the following criteria: Be registered with the Florida Secretary of State as a non-profit organization Be a tax exempt 501(c)3 organization whose primary mission is arts or culture programming Be in existence and provide services to the residents of the City for at least one year Provide more than 50% of its programming and attendance within St. Pete Have no outstanding debts to the City of St Petersburg The organization must present arts/cultural programming, performances, or exhibitions primarily for the benefit of St. Pete residents and its visitors on an ongoing basis for at least a year prior Have at least one full paid staff member and operations in excess of $100,000 for the most recently completed fiscal year at the time of the application. For more information, visit City of St. Petersburg.

The Red Coats’ Community Grants program is designed to fund smaller projects for nonprofit organizations here in Northeast Florida. Donor Name: Red Coats State: Florida County: Baker County (FL), Clay County (FL), Duval County (FL), Nassau County (FL), Saint Johns County (FL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  06/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Red Coats are a group of civic and corporate leaders who oversee THE PLAYERS volunteer efforts as well as a special grant program for local nonprofits. Funding Information Grant awards will be up to $15,000. Eligibility Criteria To be considered for funding, organizations must: Be nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status Have broad community support and address specific community needs Operate and serve citizens in the five-county area of Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, and St. Johns counties Provide services aligned with priority focus areas – youth services; education; character development; health, wellness and sports; military support Practice and provide services without discrimination as protected by law Funds will not be granted for the following: Individuals Private foundations Organizations that are themselves, grant-making bodies Operational expenses (including salaries) Travel or conference expenses Sponsorships, events or projects for which staff receive tangible benefits or privileges Political Action Committees, political causes or candidates Debt reduction Gifts, honorarium, gratuities Required Documentation Proof of the organization’s 501(c)(3) status Most recent financial statements (audited statements preferred) Most recent IRS form 990 Operating budget for the current fiscal year Supporting documents regarding how funds will be used. For more information, visit Red Coats.