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Grants for Nonprofits - Recreation

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New York Places for Learning, Activity, and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS)
$2,500,000
New York Dormitory Authority
State

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This initiative provides funding to municipalities and eligible nonprofit organizations in New York State for the design, construction, and renovation of public playgrounds, particularly in underserved communities, to promote safe and inclusive spaces for youth socialization and activity.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Neighborhood Engagement Grant
$500
City of Centennial
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports residents, Homeowners Associations, and community organizations in Centennial, Colorado, to host inclusive events that strengthen neighborhood connections and foster community engagement.

Community Development
Individuals
Tourism Development Grant
$1,500
Muskingum County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB)
Local

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Oct 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit, for-profit, and municipal organizations in Muskingum County, Ohio, to promote tourism through marketing and event initiatives that attract visitors and boost local economic development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sports Marketing and Tourism Program (STAMP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2024

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and local authorities in Pennsylvania to attract and host major sporting and esports events, boosting tourism and economic growth in the state.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Community-Built Playgrounds
Contact for amount
KABOOM!
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This grant provides communities in low-income and underserved areas with the resources and support needed to build custom-designed playgrounds, fostering safe play environments and community engagement.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Wharf to Wharf Grant
$3,000
Wharf to Wharf Race
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This grant provides funding to schools and community organizations in Santa Cruz County to create and expand youth running programs, particularly for underserved and at-risk populations, promoting health and fitness among participants under 18.

Education
Nonprofits
Kansas Masonic Foundation Local Community Grants Program
$10,000
Kansas Masonic Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and civic groups in Kansas that partner with local Masonic Lodges to address community needs in areas such as education, public safety, and health services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Grant
Contact for amount
Yamaha Motor Corp
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Dec 18, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in the U.S. to promote and enhance responsible outdoor recreation access, particularly for off-highway vehicle use and related environmental stewardship projects.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Conservation Partnership Grant
Contact for amount
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 13, 2026

Date Added

Apr 18, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations focused on land conservation to help them acquire and protect land for public use and ecological sustainability in Massachusetts.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Atlanta Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Atlanta Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Aug 13, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Fulton and DeKalb counties, Georgia, to enhance community welfare through education, health care, and recreational opportunities for residents.

Education
Nonprofits
Transportation Alternatives Program - Metropolitan Planning Organization +200,000 population selected
$1,400,000
Illinois Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Dec 3, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and eligible agencies in Illinois for developing non-motorized transportation infrastructure that enhances regional connectivity and promotes sustainable transportation options.

Transportation
City or township governments
F27AS00009 2027 Multistate Conservation Grant Program Announcement
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 14, 2026

Date Added

May 18, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative conservation projects across multiple states to protect wildlife, enhance habitats, and promote outdoor recreation participation.

Natural Resources
State governments
Howard Youth Endowment Program Grant
Contact for amount
Berrien Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government entities that provide youth programs in Berrien County, particularly at designated Howard facilities in St. Joseph and the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library.

Youth
Nonprofits
Neighborhood Mini-Grants
$1,000
City of Fort Collins
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2025

This program provides funding for small, resident-led projects in Fort Collins that promote community engagement, sustainability, and inclusivity within neighborhoods.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Veteran Grant
Contact for amount
The Hanger Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that support veterans, particularly those with physical challenges, by offering rehabilitation and community programs.

Health
Nonprofits
NCW Foundation for Youth Grant
$1,000
Community Foundation of North Central Washington
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Chelan and Douglas counties to support programs that enhance opportunities and access to beneficial experiences for youth aged 18 and under.

Youth
Nonprofits
Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026- Gaborone
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Botswana)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Botswana, focusing on using sports to drive economic growth and social inclusion.

International Development
Nonprofits
Empowerment Grant
Contact for amount
The Hanger Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide rehabilitation services and community programs for individuals with physical disabilities, particularly those with limb loss or limb difference, to enhance their quality of life and promote inclusion.

Health
Nonprofits
Youth Sports and Education Grant Program
$7,000
Washington County
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in New York that offer structured sports programs for youth aged 6 to 17, promoting physical health, mental well-being, and positive development outcomes.

Youth
Nonprofits
Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants
$80,000
New Hampshire State Parks
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations and municipalities in New Hampshire for the construction, maintenance, and development of recreational trails for both motorized and non-motorized activities.

Recreation
Nonprofits