New York Recreation Grants

This funding opportunity supports community-based programs that create safe, youth-led spaces for mental wellness and social connection for young people aged 12–24 in underserved areas of New York State.

This program provides funding to neighborhood associations, block clubs, and community organizations in Rochester to support locally driven projects that strengthen community ties and address local needs.

This fund provides financial support for community projects, conservation efforts, and educational scholarships to enhance the quality of life for residents in the Red Rock area of Columbia County, New York.

This funding opportunity supports rural communities in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont by providing financial assistance for projects that stimulate economic growth, improve infrastructure, and enhance local services in areas with fewer than 5,000 residents.

This grant provides financial support to municipalities and non-profit organizations in selected New York counties for various recreational trail projects, including construction, planning, rehabilitation, and educational initiatives.

This program provides funding to local governments in New York State for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational facilities that promote outdoor activities and enhance community well-being.

This program provides funding to municipalities, non-profits, and other eligible organizations in New York State for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and related facilities for both motorized and non-motorized activities.

This funding opportunity is designed to support non-profits and community organizations in Livingston County, New York, in providing quality sports and educational programs for youth aged 6 to 17, promoting their physical health, educational success, and community engagement.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the northern Chautauqua region for projects that enhance community development and address local needs.

This grant provides funding to organizations and initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Northern New York through projects in health, education, arts, community development, and more.

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and local development groups in New York State to host community viewing events for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, promoting regional engagement and economic activity.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Western New York to help children and families facing financial challenges participate in youth sports and educational activities.

This funding opportunity supports youth-led initiatives in Western New York that enhance out-of-school programs and youth sports by prioritizing youth voice and leadership in decision-making.

This grant provides funding to community groups in Syracuse for projects that enhance local parks and recreational areas through volunteer-led initiatives.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Southeast Michigan and Western New York that focus on community health, youth development, caregiver support, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit capacity building.

This grant provides funding to East Hampton Town departments, villages, nonprofits, and commercial entities for projects that improve local water quality through pollution reduction and habitat restoration initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and public agencies in New York State for projects that enhance bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, promote active transportation, and improve community mobility.

This program provides funding for New York State zoos, botanical gardens, and aquaria to make strategic capital improvements that enhance educational programs, promote tourism, and support environmental sustainability.

This program provides funding for projects that improve water quality and enhance recreational opportunities in key lakes and streams of Chautauqua County, targeting collaborations among local governments, non-profits, schools, and landowners.

This grant provides financial support to private landowners, non-profits, and Indian Nations in rural New York to promote forest regeneration and health through sustainable management practices.