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Land and Water Conservation Fund
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to eligible local governments and tribes in Nebraska for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities and access, such as parks, trails, and sports fields.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
ComEd Powering the Holidays Grant Program
$2,500
Metropolitan Mayors CaucU.S.
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 16, 2024

This program provides financial support to municipalities and partner organizations in Illinois for community-based holiday lights events that celebrate local culture and foster community belonging.

Community Development
City or township governments
Snowmobile Trail Improvement Fund
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 14, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit snowmobile clubs in Michigan for maintaining and improving the state's snowmobile trail system.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Sandwich Fundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
The Sandwich Fundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to local organizations and individuals in Sandwich to support programs, projects, and events that enhance the well-being and engagement of children and youth, along with their families.

Youth
Individuals
Grants for Adaptive Sports Programs for Disabled Veterans and Disabled Members of the Armed Forces (Adaptive Sports Grants)
$750,000
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal

Application Deadline

May 11, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a wide range of organizations to create and enhance adaptive sports programs for disabled veterans and active-duty service members, promoting their physical activity and social engagement.

Recreation
State governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Law Enforcement Financial Aid Program FY24
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local government agencies in California to enhance boating safety and enforcement measures in heavily used waterways that lack sufficient funding.

Environment
City or township governments
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
South Mountain Partnership Flex Grants
$2,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for small-scale community projects in Pennsylvania's South Mountain region, focusing on enhancing outdoor access and engagement, particularly for diverse communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Environmental Grant Program
$5,000
The Rockfall Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This grant provides funding for innovative environmental projects that promote preservation, conservation, restoration, and education in the Lower Connecticut River Valley, targeting eligible nonprofits, municipalities, and schools in specific towns.

Environment
Nonprofits
Transportation Alternatives Program
Contact for amount
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (Office of Local Programs)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and eligible nonprofits for projects that improve transportation access and safety for non-drivers, promote community enhancements, and foster environmental sustainability.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Women’s Fund Grant in Spencer County
$5,000
Community Foundation Alliance
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government agencies that serve the residents of Spencer County, Indiana, focusing on projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and community development.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits
Open Space
$1,000,000
King County Parks
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This funding program provides financial support for projects in King County that restore river ecosystems, improve public access, and promote awareness of the importance of river corridors, targeting local governments, nonprofits, and tribal organizations.

Community Development
City or township governments
Restore Colorado
$100,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding for habitat restoration and conservation projects across Colorado, targeting both public and private lands to enhance ecosystems and support wildlife migration.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Tourism Grant Program
$10,000
Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2024

The Iowa Tourism Grant Program, funded by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, offers grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 to Iowa-based tourism-related entities for marketing initiatives, meetings, and events that align with IEDA's marketing plan, with a total of $300,000 available for projects to be implemented in the 2025 fiscal year.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant
$1,000,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to help Michigan communities develop resilience against coastal hazards, improve public access to coastal areas, and restore natural resources through projects that prioritize environmental justice and nature-based solutions.

Environment
State governments
MassWildlife Habitat Management Grant Program
$75,000
Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for habitat improvement projects on conserved private and municipal lands in Massachusetts, aimed at enhancing wildlife habitats and promoting biodiversity.

Environment
Nonprofits
MassTrails Grant Program
$500,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 24, 2025

This program provides matching funds to communities, nonprofits, and public entities in Massachusetts for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and shared-use pathways, promoting connectivity and accessibility for all users.

Recreation
City or township governments
Keweenaw Community Foundation Grant
$10,000
Keweenaw Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to various organizations in Michigan's Copper Country to address community needs, including historical preservation, environmental sustainability, and youth services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Canoe Access Development Fund
$5,000
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community groups and organizations in Western Pennsylvania to develop and improve safe and accessible canoe and kayak access sites on local rivers and streams.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
Contact for amount
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to urban communities in Florida to create and improve public parks and recreational spaces, particularly in areas that lack access to outdoor facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments