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Grants for County governments - Recreation

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Transportation Alternatives Program
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments and eligible organizations in Georgia for projects that improve community transportation options, such as bike paths, pedestrian facilities, and streetscape enhancements.

Transportation
Native American tribal organizations
RESTORE Act Direct Component Construction and Real Property Acquisition Activities
$120,153,261
U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and county governments in the Gulf Coast region for construction and real property acquisition projects that enhance environmental restoration, economic revitalization, and infrastructure improvements following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Environment
State governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grants
Contact for amount
Missouri State Parks
State

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Jul 3, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments in Missouri for the acquisition, development, and renovation of public outdoor recreation spaces, ensuring they remain accessible for community use.

Recreation
City or township governments
The Pirates Charities Fields for Kids - Equipment Grant
$25,000
Pirates Charities
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This grant provides financial support for significant renovations and upgrades to youth baseball and softball fields in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia, helping to enhance facilities for local communities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Colorado Water Plan Grants
$36,700,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides funding to various entities, including local governments and nonprofits, to support projects that improve water management and conservation efforts across Colorado.

Natural Resources
State governments
Wellborn Ecology Fund’s School-based Project Grant Program
$10,000
New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2024

This grant provides funding to schools and organizations in the Upper Valley to enhance environmental education for K-12 students, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
City or township governments
Boating Infrastructure Grant
$1,000,000
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (FWC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 18, 2025

This program provides financial support to marinas and parks for developing and improving facilities that accommodate transient recreational boaters with vessels 26 feet or longer.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Hunter R3 (Recruitment, Retention And Reactivation) Grant Program
$25,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 8, 2023

This grant provides financial support to individuals and organizations in Wisconsin for projects that promote safe and ethical hunting by recruiting new hunters, especially adults, women, and families, while addressing barriers to participation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Police Athletic Leagues
$7,500,000
Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to local law enforcement agencies and community organizations in Michigan to create and expand programs that engage youth through mentorship, athletics, and educational opportunities, aiming to prevent juvenile crime and foster positive relationships with law enforcement.

Youth
City or township governments
Priority Paths Grant Program
$1,500,000
Metro East Park and Recreation District
Local

Application Deadline

May 31, 2027

Date Added

Jul 16, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to local transit districts and eligible public agencies for the development of interconnected non-motorized bike paths that enhance regional trail connectivity in Madison and St. Clair Counties, Illinois.

Transportation
Special district governments
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
$15,000,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 24, 2026

This program provides funding to urban communities, particularly underserved areas, for acquiring and developing public outdoor recreation spaces and facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Ben B. Cheney Foundation Grant
$50,000
Ben B. Cheney Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This grant provides funding for community-focused projects in specific regions of Washington, Oregon, and Northern California, prioritizing initiatives that demonstrate long-term impact and sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
West Michigan Grants
$10,000
The Gerber Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in four West Michigan counties to support youth-focused initiatives in education, health, and development for children and teens up to 18 years old.

Youth
Nonprofits
Beach and Coast Accessibility Program
$30,000
Orange County Coastkeeper
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This program provides funding to tribes, nonprofits, and public agencies to improve access to California's beaches and coastal areas for individuals with mobility challenges, particularly benefiting Indigenous and historically excluded communities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation Grants
$35,000
Guernsey Charitable Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit and government organizations in eight Iowa counties to enhance community well-being through initiatives in social issues, education, health, and recreation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Parks & Recreation Grant
$30,000
Missoula County
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 18, 2026

This grant provides funding to community organizations and agencies in Missoula County for projects that create or improve public recreation facilities, enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities for residents.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Bernicks Beverages and Vending Fund Grants
$40,000
Central Minnesota Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in specific Minnesota and Wisconsin communities to enhance youth education and promote health and fitness initiatives.

Youth
Nonprofits
Clean Vessel Act Grant
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 28, 2023

This program provides federal funding to states for the construction and maintenance of sewage disposal facilities for recreational boaters, ensuring access to environmentally responsible waste management options.

Environment
State governments
Tourist Development Council Grants Program
$35,000
Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government units, and select for-profit companies to create tourism-driven cultural and special events in Miami-Dade County that attract visitors and boost hotel occupancy.

Arts
Nonprofits
Trail Maintenance Program (Non-Motorized Projects Only)
$100,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State

Application Deadline

Sep 11, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the maintenance and improvement of non-motorized trails in Arizona, targeting local governments and nonprofit organizations involved in outdoor recreation and trail management.

Environment
Nonprofits