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Michigan Recreation Grants

Explore 67 grant opportunities

Off-Road Trail Improvement Program
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This program provides funding to government agencies and nonprofit organizations for the maintenance, expansion, and restoration of public off-road vehicle trails and facilities in Michigan.

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
MDARD Equine Grant Program
$125,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a variety of equine-related projects in Michigan, including marketing, research, and aftercare programs, aimed at enhancing the state's horse racing industry and overall equine activities.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Grants
$2,500
Lifeline Grants Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2025

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in five Michigan counties and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion for marginalized communities, with grants available for operational costs, educational events, and DEI training.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
2025 Underserved Value-Added and Regional Food Systems Grant Program
$100,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This program provides funding to support projects that enhance Michigan's food and agriculture sector, particularly focusing on underserved communities through initiatives like urban agriculture, food processing, and improved access to healthy foods.

Food and Nutrition
Small businesses
CSCHF Safe & Healthful Communities Grant
Contact for amount
Copper Shores Community Health Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, public educational institutions, and local government entities in the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan to improve community health outcomes through innovative programs and projects.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Troy Community Foundation Grant
$2,000
Troy Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and individuals in Troy, Michigan, for charitable projects that enhance community life in areas such as arts, health, youth, and beautification.

Community Development
Individuals
Match on Main Grant Program
$25,000
City of Cadillac
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 7, 2025

Date Added

Mar 5, 2025

This program provides up to $25,000 in reimbursement funding to support new or expanding businesses in Cadillac's designated districts, aimed at stimulating growth and revitalizing commercial spaces.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
West Michigan Grants
$10,000
The Gerber Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2025

This grant provides funding for youth programs in Lake, Muskegon, Newaygo, and Oceana Counties, focusing on health, education, and life experiences for individuals from birth to 18 years old.

Infrastructure
County governments
Hotel/Motel Funds for Arts and Tourism in Michigan
$10,000
Arts Council of Greater Lansing
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Michigan-based nonprofit organizations in promoting cultural activities that attract out-of-county visitors to Ingham County, enhancing tourism through advertising and promotional projects.

Arts
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Environment & Land Use Grant
Contact for amount
Charlevoix County Community Foundation (C3F)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government units, and educational institutions that promote environmental education, protection, and sustainability in Charlevoix County and the Lake Charlevoix Watershed.

Environment
City or township governments
Wildlife Habitat Grant Program
$500,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 29, 2025

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This program provides funding to conservation organizations in Michigan for projects that enhance and develop wildlife habitats, particularly for species identified in the State Wildlife Action Plan.

Natural Resources
State governments
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
$15,000,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This program provides matching funds to urban communities in Michigan for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreation areas, focusing on economically disadvantaged and underserved populations.

Recreation
State governments
U.P. Deer Habitat Improvement Grant Program
$15,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Mar 14, 2025

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation organizations and partners to improve deer habitats in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, focusing on critical wintering areas and enhancing public awareness of ecological efforts.

Environment
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
$500,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This program provides matching funds to state and local governments in Michigan for acquiring and improving public outdoor recreation areas and facilities, enhancing community access to nature and recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$500,000
National Park Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to local governments and state agencies in Michigan for developing public outdoor recreation facilities, such as parks and trails, to enhance community recreational opportunities.

Recreation
State governments
Recreation Passport Grants
$150,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This program provides funding to Michigan local governments for developing and renovating public outdoor recreation facilities to enhance community parks and recreational spaces.

Recreation
City or township governments
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation (AAACF) Youth Council Grant Program
$110,000
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 3, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofits in Washtenaw County that support mental health and wellness initiatives for youth aged 5-18, with a focus on addressing issues like depression, anxiety, and academic stress.

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
State governments