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Grants for City or township governments - Recreation

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South Carolina Parks and Recreation Development Fund
Contact for amount
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Dec 10, 2025

Date Added

Nov 2, 2023

This program provides funding to local governments and special purpose districts in South Carolina for permanent improvements to public parks and recreational facilities, requiring community and legislative support.

Recreation
City or township governments
Wildlife Viewing Grants Program
$5,000
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations for projects that enhance public wildlife viewing opportunities and promote conservation of Georgia's nongame wildlife and habitats.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Climbing Conservation Grant
Contact for amount
Access Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This program provides financial support to local organizations, climbers, and agencies working to protect and improve climbing areas across the United States.

Environment
Individuals
Montgomery Countyโ€™s Open Space Grant Program
$500,000
Montgomery County Planning Commission
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 9, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities and qualified nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County for the permanent preservation of open space, including land acquisitions and conservation easements.

Environment
Nonprofits
Small & Major Grants
Contact for amount
Knox County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

Oct 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies in Knox County, Ohio, to implement impactful projects in areas such as education, health, and community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program (GOSP)
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR) Coastal Resources Divsion
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Georgia for projects that protect and enhance natural resources, parks, and outdoor recreation areas.

Natural Resources
State governments
Carroll Community Fund Grants
Contact for amount
Stark Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities that serve the community needs of Carroll County, Ohio, focusing on diverse local initiatives that enhance community welfare.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Recreational Trails Program
$50,000
Vermont Department of Forest, Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2026

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Vermont municipalities, nonprofits, and government entities for the development, restoration, and maintenance of public recreational trails, including projects for both motorized and non-motorized activities.

Recreation
State governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant
$75,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and private businesses for the installation and maintenance of sewage disposal stations to promote environmentally responsible boating in California.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Community Impact Fund
$7,500
Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 18, 2025

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-driven initiatives focused on substance abuse prevention, youth activities, economic development, and assistance for low-income households in specific counties of West Virginia and Ohio.

Youth
Nonprofits
Fremont Area Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Fremont Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 2, 2026

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities in Fremont, Nebraska, for projects that enhance community improvement, education, health, recreation, social services, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Warren County Trails Grant
$500
Warren County Philanthropic Partnership
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This grant provides funding to support the maintenance, safety, and enhancement of recreational walking and cycling trails in Warren County.

Recreation
Nonprofits
State Lake Improvement Fund (SLIF) Grants
$1,040,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments in Arizona for projects that improve recreational facilities and safety on lakes where motorized boats are permitted.

Environment
City or township governments
National Fish Passage Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Sep 4, 2025

This grant provides financial and technical support to a wide range of partners, including governments, nonprofits, and private entities, to remove barriers in waterways and restore aquatic habitats, benefiting local communities and ecosystems.

Natural Resources
State governments
Business in Our Sites Grants/Loans (BOS)
$4,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

This funding opportunity assists communities in developing a portfolio of ready sites to attract and support growing businesses, with loans available specifically for private developers.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation Grant
$100,000
Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Jun 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofits, tribes, and local organizations in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough to develop and improve trails and parks for community recreational use.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Attraction Development Grants
$146,000
Kansas Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Jan 9, 2026

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations and businesses in Kansas to create or improve tourism attractions that will draw more visitors and stimulate the local economy.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sports Marketing and Tourism Account Program (SMAT)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and local authorities in Pennsylvania to attract and host high-quality sports and e-sports events, boosting tourism and economic development in the state.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Certified Local Government Grant
$16,000
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
State

Application Deadline

Feb 27, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2025

This program provides funding to certified local governments in Oregon for projects that promote historic preservation, such as property surveys, rehabilitation, and public education initiatives.

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

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides funding to public and private operators for the construction and improvement of transient moorage facilities for recreational motorboats 26 feet or longer, ensuring they are accessible for short-term stays.

Recreation
City or township governments