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Connecting Communities to State Trails Grants
$100,000
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation (DPR)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 8, 2026

Date Added

Apr 6, 2026

This program provides funding to small municipalities in North Carolina to develop trail connections to the state’s designated trail system, promoting outdoor recreation and economic development.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
RESTORE Colorado Program (Restoration and Stewardship of Outdoor Resources and the Environment)
$4,500,000
Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Colorado Parks and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports large-scale habitat restoration and stewardship projects across Colorado, targeting organizations and agencies dedicated to improving ecosystem health and wildlife resilience on public and private lands.

Environment
City or township governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund 
Contact for amount
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 16, 2025

This program provides matching funds to state and local governments in Kansas for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreational areas and facilities, enhancing community access to green spaces and recreational opportunities.

Recreation
State governments
Transformative Art for Public Spaces Grant
Contact for amount
Kansas Department of Commerce
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides funding for local governments, nonprofits, schools, and community groups to create artistic enhancements in public spaces, promoting community engagement and economic growth.

Arts
City or township governments
Capacity Building Grant Program
$50,000
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in Wisconsin to strengthen their capacity for economic development and address local economic challenges.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Economic Development Program (EDP)
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments in Illinois for roadway improvements that facilitate job creation and retention by supporting new or expanding businesses.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Community-Based Walking Program
$125,000
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 for rural and Tribal organizations in North Dakota to create and implement structured walking programs that promote health and wellness in their communities.

Health
Nonprofits
KCE Kickstart
$5,000
Kansas Department of Commerce (KDC)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This grant provides financial support to small rural communities in Kansas for projects that enhance public spaces and foster community engagement and volunteerism.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Fisheries Restoration Grant Program
$2,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 4, 2026

Date Added

Jan 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state and local agencies, Native American Tribes, and nonprofit organizations to restore and protect salmon and steelhead habitats across California.

Natural Resources
State governments
Urban Greening Grant Program
$5,000,000
California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 4, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This program provides funding to public and nonprofit entities for projects that create green spaces and implement nature-based solutions to combat extreme heat in urban communities across California.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (PLHA)
$320,000,000
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2027

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in California to develop and improve affordable housing, including support for homeownership and homelessness reduction initiatives.

Housing
City or township governments
Creative Innovation and Impact Grant Program
$150,000
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations, government units, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania to support innovative projects that enhance the visibility and impact of the creative sector in the state.

Arts
Nonprofits
Growing Greener Plus Grant
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding for projects that enhance and protect Pennsylvania's water resources, focusing on watershed restoration, stormwater management, and addressing abandoned mine drainage, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
2024 Montana Land & Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
Contact for amount
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This program provides matching funds to state, tribal, and local governments in Montana for developing and improving outdoor recreation facilities like parks and sports fields.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Development Block Grants (CBDG) Industrial Infrastructure
$2,000,000
Missouri Department of Economic Development (MoDED)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in Missouri to develop essential public infrastructure that supports the growth and retention of industrial businesses, creating jobs for low-to-moderate income individuals.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Child Advocacy Center Development Grant
$150,000
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding to Pennsylvania counties without a Children's Advocacy Center to develop multidisciplinary teams that coordinate trauma-informed responses to child abuse.

Health
County governments
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project Grants
$3,500,000
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to Virginia's local governments for projects that address critical community development needs, such as housing rehabilitation, infrastructure improvements, and public services, particularly benefiting low- and moderate-income residents.

Community Development
County governments
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
State Urgent Need Fund 
$1,000,000
Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This funding provides financial assistance to Texas communities for urgent infrastructure needs following state-declared disasters that do not qualify for federal aid, primarily benefiting low- to moderate-income residents.

Community Development
State governments
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