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Federal Recreation Grants

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F25AS00379 Highlands Conservation Act - Base Funding Round
$2,293,362
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state governments in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania for land conservation projects that protect vital natural resources and enhance public benefits in the Highlands Region.

Natural Resources
State governments
9/11 Memorial Act Grant 2026
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 5, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that operate memorials at the September 11 attack sites, helping them maintain, preserve, and enhance public access and educational programs related to the memorials.

Humanities
Nonprofits
EDA Grant Program
$250,000
U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2024

This program provides funding to support tourism marketing and development initiatives in Maryland, helping communities recover from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Recreation
State governments
F25AS00332 Highlands Conservation Act Competitive Funding Round
$3,850,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to state conservation agencies in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania for land acquisition projects that protect vital natural resources and enhance public access to outdoor recreation in the Highlands Region.

Natural Resources
State governments
FY26 Bureau of Land Management Eastern Nevada Conservation, Recreation and Development - NEVADA BLM
$250,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Jun 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state, local, and tribal governments, as well as nonprofit organizations and educational institutions, to identify, study, and preserve archaeological resources in Lincoln County, Nevada.

Natural Resources
State governments
FY2026 ABPP - Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant
$17,400,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, tribal entities, and nonprofit organizations to acquire and protect historically significant battlefield lands from the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War.

Natural Resources
State governments
Readiness and Recreation Initiative (RARI) Recurring 5 Year Notice
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2030

Date Added

Jun 9, 2026

This federal grant provides funding to state and local agencies for land acquisition projects that improve outdoor recreation access and support military readiness near military installations.

Recreation
State governments
F26AS00013 FY 2026 Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Notice of Funding Opportunity
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 22, 2026

Date Added

Apr 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and territorial agencies for building and maintaining facilities that help manage sewage from recreational boats, promoting water quality and environmental protection.

Environment
State governments
RESTORE Act Direct Component Construction and Real Property Acquisition Activities
$120,153,261
U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and county governments in the Gulf Coast region for construction and real property acquisition projects that enhance environmental restoration, economic revitalization, and infrastructure improvements following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Environment
State governments
RESTORE Act Direct Component - Non-Construction Activities
$120,153,261
U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This grant provides funding to state and county governments in the Gulf Coast region for non-construction activities that restore natural resources, promote tourism, and support economic growth following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Natural Resources
State governments
Tribal Tourism Grant Program (TTGP)
$300,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Indian Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 7, 2026

Date Added

Aug 1, 2024

The Tribal Tourism Grant Program (TTGP) is a financial aid initiative aimed at supporting Native American tribes and tribal organizations in developing or enhancing their tourism industry, with a focus on economic development and cultural preservation, offering individual grants ranging from $75,000 to $150,000 for projects with a 24-month term.

Community Development
Native American tribal organizations
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
National Outreach and Communications Program
$26,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to a wide range of organizations, including governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions, to promote recreational fishing and boating, enhance public engagement, and support conservation efforts across the United States.

Recreation
State governments
NPI Annual Program Statement (New Partnerships Initiative (NPI)/Conflict Prevention and Recovery Program (CPRP) Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance)
$45,000,000
U.S. Agency for International Development
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2025

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This grant provides funding to local organizations and nontraditional partners to promote community-led development, enhance equity, and foster innovative solutions in conflict prevention and recovery efforts.

Environment
City or township governments
F26AS00006 2026 Multistate Conservation Grant Program Announcement
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 22, 2025

Date Added

Jul 25, 2025

This funding opportunity supports state fish and wildlife agencies, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions in developing regional and national conservation projects that enhance wildlife management and promote hunting and recreational shooting participation.

Natural Resources
State governments
FY2024 ABPP - Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant
$17,400,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 31, 2025

Date Added

Jan 2, 2025

This program provides funding to state and local governments for the acquisition and preservation of historically significant battlefield lands from the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War, ensuring public access and protection for future generations.

Recreation
State governments
F25AS00282 National Fish Passage Program FY25
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 30, 2026

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.

Environment
State governments
Partners for Fisheries Monitoring (2026-2029)
$668,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Interior Business Center)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 16, 2025

Date Added

Mar 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Alaska Native and rural nonprofit organizations to enhance their involvement in managing subsistence fisheries on federal public lands in Alaska.

Recreation
Native American tribal organizations
State Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant Program
$123,905,473
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (United States Coast Guard )
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 30, 2025

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state authorities for initiatives that enhance recreational boating safety and reduce accidents on the water.

Safety
State governments
National Nonprofit Organization Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant Program
$600,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (United States Coast Guard )
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 7, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to national nonprofit organizations focused on improving recreational boating safety and reducing accidents on U.S. waterways.

Safety
Nonprofits