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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
Red Coats Community Grants Program
$25,000
The Players
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in Northeast Florida to support impactful community programs and projects that address local needs.

Youth
Nonprofits
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Joint Venture Habitat Restoration and Protection
$300,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 6, 2026

Date Added

May 7, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for habitat protection and restoration projects in the Great Lakes region, targeting organizations and governments dedicated to conserving native wildlife and ecosystems, particularly migratory birds.

Environment
State governments
Environmental Grant Program
$25,000
St. Croix Valley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2026

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public entities in the St. Croix Valley region to support environmental stewardship, education, and access to natural spaces.

Environment
Nonprofits
Miami County Grants
Contact for amount
Northen Indiana Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This grant provides financial support for a variety of community projects in Miami County, focusing on education, health, arts, and more, with an emphasis on innovative initiatives that benefit underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Greenways, Trails and Recreation Grant Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance public parks, trails, and recreational spaces, promoting environmental conservation and community well-being.

Environment
City or township governments
Fall Semi-Annual Competitive Grants
Contact for amount
The Cabell Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This program provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Virginia, particularly in the Richmond area, to support significant capital projects that encourage community involvement and additional fundraising efforts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grants
$25,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the natural, cultural, agricultural, and recreational resources of south-central Pennsylvania, encouraging collaboration among nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions to improve community well-being and ecological integrity.

Environment
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Sports Diplomacy On Demand Program
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofits or educational institutions in implementing short-term, sports-focused international exchange projects that promote cross-cultural understanding and align with U.S. foreign policy priorities.

International Development
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Sports Visitor Program
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S. nonprofit organizations to implement an international sports exchange program that fosters youth development, leadership, and cultural understanding through sports activities for young people and their coaches from the U.S. and abroad.

International Development
Nonprofits
Community Gardens Project
$30,000
North Dakota Health and Human Services (ND HHS)
State

Application Deadline

May 22, 2026

Date Added

Apr 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural and tribal community leaders in North Dakota to create community gardens that improve access to healthy food and promote overall wellness.

Health
Nonprofits
F26AS00007-NAWCA 2026 US Small Grants
$250,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 25, 2026

Date Added

Apr 21, 2026

This grant provides funding to a wide range of organizations and individuals for projects that protect and restore wetlands and habitats for migratory birds and other wildlife across the United States.

Natural Resources
State governments
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
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
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
Dan Armstrong Legacy Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This grant provides financial support to schools and organizations in the Carthage area to enhance athletic opportunities for youth through sports camps, clinics, and character development programs.

Youth
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Sports Envoy Program
$2,600,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S.-based organizations to manage international sports exchange programs that promote cultural understanding and diplomacy through athletic engagement.

International Development
Nonprofits
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
Shooting Range Grant Program
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 9, 2023

This program provides financial assistance to various governmental entities, organizations, and educational institutions in Wisconsin for the construction and improvement of shooting ranges.

Recreation
County governments
Establishing Ukrainian eSports Counter Disinformation Teams and Tournament
$250,000
DOS-PA (Bureau of Global Public Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 22, 2024

Date Added

May 21, 2024

Leveraging the popularity and penetration of video games in Eastern Europe, the implementer will develop an eSports program at American Spaces in Ukraine. eSports athletes will need professional training to form a talent pipeline to professional teams in Ukraine. In tandem with traditional eSports training, these athletes will receive counter disinformation/conflict resolution training to confront foreign propaganda and disinformation in competitive online gaming spaces. The project will culminate with an eSports tournament and coalition-building event on the sidelines of the tournament.

Recreation
Nonprofits