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Grants for State governments - Recreation

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Sustainable Recreation, Tourism, and Equitable Outdoor Access Directed Grant Program (2025-2027)
$30,000,000
Sierra Nevada Conservancy
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This program provides funding to public agencies, nonprofits, and tribal entities for projects that promote sustainable recreation, tourism, and equitable access to outdoor spaces in the Sierra-Cascade Region.

Recreation
State governments
Community Impact Program
$2,000,000
Colorado Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to Colorado cities, counties, and conservation organizations for projects that improve outdoor access and enhance community spaces, such as parks and trails.

Community Development
City or township governments
Forestland Preservation Grants
$500,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This funding opportunity supports cities, counties, and nonprofit organizations in Washington to preserve forestland through conservation agreements, ensuring sustainable timber production and ecological benefits while enhancing wildlife habitats and public access.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Upper Kern Fisheries Enhancement Fund
$3,600,000
Kern Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 27, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the native Kern River rainbow trout population and improve their habitat and water quality in the Upper Kern River Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
Conservation Grants
$25,000
Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Pennsylvania that are working to improve water quality and habitat through conservation and restoration projects.

Environment
Nonprofits
Recreation Projects Grant
$1,000,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 16, 2024

This grant provides funding to public entities and certain tribal organizations in Washington State for acquiring, developing, or renovating outdoor recreation facilities and lands to enhance community access to recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Firearms and Archery Range Recreation Program
$150,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
State

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to public and nonprofit entities for the development and improvement of safe and accessible firearms and archery ranges, ensuring they serve the community effectively.

Recreation
City or township governments
Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems Initiative
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects in the Appalachian region that help individuals recovering from substance use disorders gain access to job training and employment services, fostering sustainable recovery and economic independence.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments
Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnerships Grants - Plan Development Grants
$250,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Colorado non-profits and government entities in collaborating on conservation and recreation planning to enhance outdoor experiences and engage underrepresented communities.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Office of the Budget
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This state-funded program provides financial assistance for large-scale economic, cultural, and community improvement projects in Pennsylvania that create jobs and enhance regional development.

Community Development
State governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and organizations in Nebraska for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational spaces, promoting outdoor access and environmental preservation for all residents.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Placemaking Grant Program
$15,000
Metro
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-based organizations in the Portland region to implement arts and culture initiatives that empower historically marginalized communities and strengthen local connections.

Arts
Nonprofits
Dane G. Hansen Foundation Community Grant Fund
Contact for amount
Dane G. Hansen Foundation of Logan
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This grant provides funding for community projects in Northwest Kansas that enhance education, healthcare, social services, environmental conservation, and cultural initiatives, with a focus on strong local involvement and volunteerism.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Action Grants Program
$20,000
Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public institutions in an 11-county region to support community-driven projects that enhance quality of life in areas such as arts, education, health, and economic development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Grants
$2,500
Lifeline Grants Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in five Michigan counties and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion for marginalized communities, with grants available for operational costs, educational events, and DEI training.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Wetlands for Wildlife Grants
$1,241,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This grant provides funding for local governments, nonprofit organizations, and other eligible entities to conserve and restore wetland and riparian ecosystems in Colorado, benefiting wildlife and enhancing public hunting opportunities.

Environment
State governments
Land And Water Conservation Fund
$500,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 16, 2025

This program provides financial support to local governments in Ohio for outdoor recreation projects, helping them acquire, develop, or rehabilitate public parks and recreational areas.

Recreation
City or township governments
Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program (GCA) – G26
$30,000,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to public agencies, nonprofits, and tribal governments in California to support the sustainable management and enjoyment of off-highway vehicle recreation while preserving natural resources.

Education
Nonprofits
Okoboji Foundation Community Needs Grants
$24,999
Okoboji Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and government entities to improve infrastructure and facilities that enhance community life and recreational opportunities in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Open‑Space Lands Preservation Trust Fund
Contact for amount
Virginia Outdoors Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 5, 2025

This program provides funding to individuals, organizations, and local governments in Virginia for projects that permanently protect farms, forests, and recreational spaces through various legal means.

Natural Resources
Individuals