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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
Melvin R. Lane Fund Grant
$180,000
Community Foundation of Western North Carolina
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 8, 2026

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Western North Carolina that serve underserved populations, including youth, the elderly, and individuals facing physical or mental challenges.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
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
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
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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
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
Native Youth Media Project
$25,000
Vision Maker Media (VMM)
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 10, 2026

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Native-led organizations that empower youth aged 13-21 to create short-format media projects that preserve cultural knowledge and enhance storytelling skills within their communities.

Youth
Native American tribal organizations
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
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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
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
Florence Foundation Grant Program
$50,000
The Florence Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 5, 2024

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations in Texas, particularly in Dallas County, for initiatives in education, health, human services, and scientific research aimed at improving community well-being.

Education
Nonprofits
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
The Lyme Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
The Lyme Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that implement projects aimed at improving the quality of life for residents in Lyme, New Hampshire, with a focus on community enrichment and innovative initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Quailwood Fund
$20,000
Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 30, 2025

This fund provides financial support for community projects, conservation efforts, and educational scholarships to enhance the quality of life for residents in the Red Rock area of Columbia County, New York.

Community Development
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