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McDonald’s Golden Grants Program
$10,000
McDonald’s
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 9, 2026

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This program provides financial support to educational and nonprofit organizations that serve K–12 students in specific communities across select states, funding innovative projects that enhance learning and youth development.

Youth
Nonprofits
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
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
Share the Glove Equipment Grant
Contact for amount
Northwoods League Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2026

This grant provides essential softball equipment to nonprofit organizations, public schools, and community groups in Northwoods League areas, supporting youth programming for children aged 9 to 12.

Youth
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
Vern A. and Esther M. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant
Contact for amount
Vern A. and Esther M. Taylor Charitable TrU.S.t
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and individuals in Grand Island, Nebraska, focusing on community betterment through initiatives in education, health, arts, and public welfare.

Community Development
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
Tourism Grant Program
$7,500
City of Roseburg
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to businesses, non-profit organizations, and government entities in Roseburg to promote tourism and enhance visitor experiences, particularly during the off-peak travel season.

Community Development
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
Park and Trail Partnership Grants
Contact for amount
Parks and Trails New York
State

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in New York State that work to maintain, improve, and promote public parks, trails, and historic sites through community-driven initiatives.

Natural Resources
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
Longest Table Gathering Grant Program
$2,500
Innovia Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 17, 2026

This grant provides funding to community organizations in Eastern Washington and North Idaho to host inclusive gatherings that promote dialogue and connection through shared meals, fostering civic engagement and social cohesion.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program Grants For Friends Group
$60,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 8, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit groups and friends organizations in Wisconsin for improving recreational facilities and restoring habitats on state properties.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Forest Conservation
$10,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, local and state agencies, California Native American tribes, and certain other entities for projects that conserve, restore, and enhance California's forests and watersheds.

Natural Resources
Special district governments
Environment and Public Space Program
Contact for amount
William Penn Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Philadelphia for planting and maintaining trees in underserved neighborhoods to improve green space and community health.

Environment
Nonprofits
Watchable Wildlife Grants
$6,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
State

Application Deadline

Oct 2, 2026

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance wildlife viewing and nature-based experiences in Nebraska, aimed at nonprofit organizations, government entities, individuals, and for-profit groups focused on conservation and public engagement.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits