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State Recreation Grants

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South Carolina Parks and Recreation Development Fund
Contact for amount
South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 2, 2023

This program provides financial support to local governments and special purpose districts in South Carolina for developing and improving public recreation facilities, enhancing community access to outdoor activities and wellness.

Recreation
City or township governments
Support to Partners – Shenandoah River Watershed
$200,000
Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

May 1, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, nonprofit organizations, and state and federal agencies for projects that improve public access and recreational opportunities along the Shenandoah River and its tributaries.

Natural Resources
County governments
New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant
Contact for amount
New Mexico Tourism Department
State

Application Deadline

Jun 2, 2027

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to New Mexico governmental entities for projects that reduce litter, beautify communities, and engage youth in environmental stewardship.

Environment
City or township governments
Utah Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Grant
$1,000,000
Utah Department of Natural Resources Division of Outdoor Recreation (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports municipalities, agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Utah to improve and maintain off-highway vehicle trails and facilities, ensuring safety and accessibility for the OHV community.

Recreation
County governments
Public Art in Community Grant Program
$120,000
Mississippi Arts Commission
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 4, 2025

This grant provides funding for Mississippi-based nonprofit organizations to create public art installations and host free outdoor concerts, fostering community engagement and cultural vibrancy in rural areas.

Arts
Nonprofits
Access and Habitat Program
Contact for amount
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 24, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2026

This program provides funding to landowners, conservation organizations, and government agencies in Oregon to improve wildlife habitat and increase public hunting access on private lands.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Canalway Grant Program
$150,000
New York State Canal Corporation
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 8, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and Native American nations in New York State to enhance public access, recreational opportunities, and environmental sustainability along the canal system through capital projects.

Community Development
County governments
Environmental Protection Fund Grants Program for Parks, Preservation and Heritage (EPF)
$675,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to municipalities, state agencies, and nonprofits in New York for the acquisition and improvement of parks, historic sites, and heritage areas, with increased funding available for projects in high-poverty areas.

Recreation
Nonprofits
OHV Partnership Grants
Contact for amount
Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources (SPCR)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This funding supports federal land managers and approved NGOs in Wyoming to enhance motorized trail management through education, enforcement, and maintenance of off-road vehicle trails during the summer season.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Learning Happens Here Field Trip Fund
$2,500
North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial reimbursement for public school and charter school field trips to educational sites in North Carolina, prioritizing Title I schools to enhance experiential learning for students.

Education
Independent school districts
Grant Opportunity Fund (GO Fund)
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 22, 2026

This program provides financial support to economically distressed and at-risk rural communities in Tennessee, helping them meet matching fund requirements for larger state or federal grants.

Community Development
County governments
State Lake Improvement Fund (SLIF) Grants
$1,500,000
Arizona State Parks and Trails
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, as well as Native American Tribes, to improve public boating facilities and enhance water recreation safety across Arizona.

Environment
State governments
Boating Access Grants
$250,000
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2027

Date Added

Oct 14, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments in Texas for the planning and construction of public boating facilities to improve access to recreational waters.

Recreation
County governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants
$750,000
North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Nov 2, 2026

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This program provides matching funds to local governments in North Carolina for acquiring and developing public outdoor recreational spaces, such as parks and trails.

Recreation
County governments
Sports Marketing and Tourism Account Program (SMAT)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and eligible entities in Pennsylvania to host major sporting and esports events, boosting tourism and economic activity in the state.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Hudson River Valley Greenway Conservancy Trail Grant
$250,000
New York State Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley (HRVG)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 7, 2026

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This grant provides funding to municipalities and non-profit organizations in New York's Hudson River Valley to develop, improve, and maintain trail systems that enhance public access to the river and promote environmental education and cultural preservation.

Environment
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
$1,500,000
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides funding to public and private operators for the construction and improvement of transient moorage facilities for recreational motorboats 26 feet or longer, ensuring they are accessible for short-term stays.

Recreation
City or township governments
Virginia Land Conservation Foundation Grant
$5,200,000
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that aim to conserve Virginia's farmland, forestland, historic sites, natural areas, and open spaces.

Natural Resources
State governments
Woodland Improvement Cost Share Program
Contact for amount
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 22, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to private woodland owners in rural Minnesota to help them manage and improve their forested lands for ecological health and sustainable use.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Recreational Trails Program Grant
$100,000
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Sep 4, 2026

Date Added

Apr 9, 2026

This program provides funding to state and local governments, as well as nonprofit organizations, for the development and maintenance of recreational trails that enhance public access, safety, and connectivity across North Carolina.

Recreation
Nonprofits