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New York Recreation Grants

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Greenway Communities and Compact Grant
$100,000
Hudson River Valley Greenway
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports municipalities in the Hudson River Valley to develop plans and projects that enhance their scenic, natural, and cultural resources while promoting regional collaboration and community development.

Community Development
City or township governments
Northern New York Community Foundation General Grant
Contact for amount
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 23, 2026

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Education, Health & Sciences Grant
Contact for amount
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 4, 2024

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations to implement programs that improve education, health, or scientific knowledge for residents of Herkimer and Oneida counties in New York.

Education
Nonprofits
Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation, Inc.
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 9, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents of Saratoga County, with a focus on addressing problem gambling and promoting community welfare, recreation, the arts, youth engagement, and senior citizen support.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Oneida County Youth Bureau Grant
Contact for amount
Oneida County Youth Bureau
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in Oneida County for programs that promote youth development, prevent delinquency, and enhance recreational opportunities for children and adolescents.

Youth
Nonprofits
Six Town Community Fund
$10,000
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, school districts, and municipalities for projects that improve the quality of life in six towns of southern Jefferson County, New York, across various areas such as arts, health, education, and community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
New York State Snowmobile Trail Grant-In-Aid Program
Contact for amount
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments in New York for the development, maintenance, and grooming of snowmobile trails to promote tourism and safe recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Special Projects Fund
Contact for amount
New York Health Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations proposing innovative projects that address emerging healthcare challenges, particularly for historically marginalized communities in New York.

Energy
Nonprofits
Neighborhood Greening Grants Program
$2,000
Syracuse Parks Conservancy
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

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

Community Development
Nonprofits
Clifton-Fine Community Fund
$6,000
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Northern New York for projects that improve community well-being across various sectors, including health, education, arts, and environmental conservation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
New York Statewide Investment in More Swimming Initiative (NY SWIMS)
$10,000,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; Dormitory Authority of the State of New York
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This initiative provides funding to municipalities and Indian Nations in New York State to build or improve swimming facilities in underserved communities, promoting safe access to swimming.

Recreation
City or township governments
Youth Team Sports Grant
$25,000
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (NYS OCFS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Dutchess County to offer free team sports programs for youth under 18, particularly in underserved areas, promoting positive youth development and physical health.

Youth
Nonprofits
GF-Town of Malta Foundation, Inc. Grant
Contact for amount
GlobalFoundries / Town of Malta Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This grant provides funding to not-for-profit organizations and community projects that enhance the well-being, education, and cultural opportunities for residents of the Town of Malta, New York.

Arts
City or township governments
Community Foundation Competitive Grants
$75,000
Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Western New York to support community-driven projects that address local needs and align with the Foundation's strategic goals.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Wayne County Community Endowment Fund
$5,000
Wayne County Community Endowment
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that improve health and quality of life for residents of Wayne County, NY, with a focus on innovative solutions for youth, seniors, food insecurity, transportation, and housing challenges.

Health
Nonprofits
Game On โ€“ Community Places to Play Initiative
$100,000
The DICKโ€™s Sporting Goods Foundation and Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for non-profit organizations to improve sports facilities in underserved neighborhoods, promoting youth access to organized sports and related development programs.

Recreation
Nonprofits
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
City of Poughkeepsie Community Development Block Grant
Contact for amount
City of Poughkeepsie
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public service agencies in Poughkeepsie for projects that improve community infrastructure, address food insecurity, prevent homelessness, and enhance local services for residents.

Community Development
City or township governments
2025 Toursim Grants (3% Bed Tax)
$20,000
Chautauqua County Department of Planning & Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This grant provides funding to municipalities and organizations in Chautauqua County to develop tourism initiatives that enhance marketing, events, and attractions, requiring a matching contribution from recipients.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant
$2,000
Niskayuna Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $2,000 for projects that improve the quality of life for residents in Niskayuna through initiatives in health, arts, community development, conservation, and recreation.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
City or township governments