Federal Recreation Grants
Explore 58 grant opportunities
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.
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.
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.
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.
Application Deadline
Jun 8, 2026
Date Added
Apr 24, 2026
This grant provides funding to state and tribal governments to encourage private landowners to open their agricultural and forest lands for wildlife-related recreation while improving habitat quality.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

