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The Manhattan Fund - Caroline Peine Charitable Foundation
Contact for amount
The Manhattan Fund - Caroline Peine Charitable Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 28, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the quality of life in Manhattan, KS, benefit KONZA Prairie, and promote recreational development in Keats, KS, with a focus on areas such as arts, education, environment, health, and youth development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Youth Safe Spaces (Round 2)
$2,500,000
New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 19, 2026

Date Added

Dec 12, 2025

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.

Youth
Nonprofits
Alabama Waterway Enhancement Grant Program
$5,000
Alabama Scenic River Trail
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 21, 2026

This grant provides funding to Alabama-based nonprofit organizations to enhance freshwater recreation and community engagement through projects like kayak launches, water safety education, and paddling events.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Travel Nevada Rural Marketing Grant Program
$1,500,000
Nevada Division of Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Feb 17, 2025

This program provides matching funds to rural Nevada organizations and local governments for marketing initiatives that promote tourism and stimulate economic growth in their communities.

Business and Commerce
Special district governments
Anne Arundel County Watershed Restoration Grant Program
Contact for amount
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and community groups in Anne Arundel County to implement projects that improve water quality and reduce pollution in local waterways.

Youth
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Paterson Impact Grant
$5,000
Wellpoint New Jersey and the Andre Sayegh Civic Association
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This program provides financial support to grassroots organizations and community leaders in Paterson, New Jersey, for innovative projects that enhance neighborhood well-being and empower local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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
Summer Strong DC
$100,000
Washington D.C. Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes (OST Office)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 25, 2026

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, to deliver impactful summer programs that promote academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth for youth, particularly those who are at-risk or underserved.

Youth
Nonprofits
Utah Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Grant
$1,000,000
Utah Department of Natural Resources Division of Outdoor Recreation (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 2, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports municipalities, agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Utah to improve and maintain off-highway vehicle trails and facilities, ensuring safety and accessibility for the OHV community.

Recreation
County governments
Montgomery County’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
Recreation, Arts & Parks (RAP) Tax Grant
$17,000
City of Moab
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 27, 2026

Date Added

Jan 22, 2026

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations and community groups in Moab to enhance recreational, cultural, and artistic initiatives that benefit residents and improve public spaces.

Recreation
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
Capital Improvement Grant
Contact for amount
Cass County Tourism
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 28, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Cass County, Nebraska, for projects that improve local attractions and promote tourism through physical enhancements or marketing initiatives.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Neighbors in Action Grant Program
$10,000
New York City of Rochester
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 20, 2026

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Motorized Trails
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the development, maintenance, and educational initiatives related to motorized trails in Pennsylvania, targeting a wide range of applicants including government agencies, nonprofits, and for-profit entities.

Recreation
State governments
Grassroots Leadership
Contact for amount
Connecticut Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This program provides funding to grassroots leaders and community organizations in Waterbury, Connecticut, to promote civic engagement, empower marginalized voices, and strengthen community networks.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program (GTRP)
$250,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2024

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, educational institutions, and other organizations in Pennsylvania for the development and improvement of parks, trails, and recreational spaces to enhance community livability and promote conservation.

Recreation
City or township governments
O’Brien County Community Foundation Grant
$15,000
O’Brien County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local government units in O’Brien County, Iowa, for projects that enhance community quality of life across various fields such as education, health, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Lānaʻi Community Benefit Fund
$10,000
Hawaii Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 13, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community initiatives in Lāna‘i that enhance educational, cultural, and recreational activities, particularly for youth, young adults, and seniors.

Education
Nonprofits