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State Recreation Grants

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Invasive Aquatic Plant Management Grant Program
$49,999
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 28, 2024

This program provides financial support to Tribal governments and local organizations in Minnesota for managing harmful invasive aquatic plants to protect natural ecosystems and recreational waters.

Environment
Native American tribal organizations
CY2025/FY2026 Chesapeake and Coastal Grants Gateway Outcome 1
$35,000,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources Chesapeake & Coastal Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This grant provides financial and technical support to local governments, academic institutions, and non-profits for projects that improve water quality, restore waterways, enhance climate resilience, and promote environmental stewardship in Maryland.

Environment
Nonprofits
Public Art
$7,500
West Virginia Department of Tourism (WVDT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2026

This program provides financial support to West Virginia-based nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions for creating and installing public art projects that enhance community spaces and promote public engagement.

Arts
Nonprofits
AmeriCorps Competitive Grant
Contact for amount
New Jersey Department of State Volunteer and National Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies in New Jersey to deploy AmeriCorps members for community service projects addressing critical needs in areas such as education, economic opportunity, and environmental stewardship.

Education
City or township governments
TSET Built Environment Grant – Physical Activity
Contact for amount
Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community organizations and local governments in Oklahoma to create infrastructure projects that promote physical activity and improve health outcomes for residents.

Health
Nonprofits
Shooting Range Development Grants
$725,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This program provides funding to public and nonprofit entities in Colorado for the development and improvement of accessible shooting ranges, promoting safety and community engagement in shooting sports.

Recreation
City or township governments
Lake Tahoe License Plate Program
$2,000,000
Nevada Division of State Lands (NDSL)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This grant provides funding to public agencies and non-profit organizations for projects that protect and improve the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
Attraction Development Grants
$146,000
Kansas Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations and businesses in Kansas to create or improve tourism attractions that will draw more visitors and stimulate the local economy.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Idaho State Historical Society’s Community Enhancement Grant Program 2026
$2,500
Idaho State Historical Society
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to Idaho-based nonprofits and local governments for projects that preserve and promote the state's historical heritage through community engagement and educational initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) Program
$3,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, schools, transit authorities, and nonprofits for projects that improve pedestrian and bicycle facilities, enhance community spaces, and support safe routes to school initiatives across Pennsylvania.

Transportation
City or township governments
Regional Assistance Program
$400,000
Montana Department of Commerce (Destination MT Division)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 17, 2025

This program provides funding to small tourism organizations in Montana to develop and promote local tourism initiatives that boost visitor engagement and support economic growth in rural and under-visited areas.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Lumber Heritage Region Mini-Grant Program
$5,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This program provides funding for small-scale projects that celebrate and preserve the lumber heritage and natural beauty of 15 counties in Pennsylvania, targeting nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Non-Motorized Trails Grants
$250,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible organizations in Colorado for projects that create, maintain, and enhance non-motorized trails, promoting public access and environmental stewardship.

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This grant provides financial support to municipalities and non-profit organizations in selected New York counties for various recreational trail projects, including construction, planning, rehabilitation, and educational initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
Maryland Heritage Areas Program Grants
$100,000
Maryland Historical Trust (MHT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This program provides funding for projects that enhance Maryland's heritage and promote tourism within its certified heritage areas, supporting both nonprofit organizations and government entities in preserving local culture and boosting economic development.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Virginia Land Conservation Foundation Grant 2026
$15,316,881
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

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.

Environment
State governments
Municipal Parks and Recreation Grant Program
$900,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 7, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments in New York State for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational facilities that promote outdoor activities and enhance community well-being.

Recreation
City or township governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund
Contact for amount
South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 9, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in South Dakota for the development and improvement of public outdoor recreational facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program FY25
$400,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations managing freshwater reservoirs in California to prevent the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels through planning, implementation, and public outreach efforts.

Environment
City or township governments
North Carolina Esports Industry Grant Fund
$5,000,000
North Carolina Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 24, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to production companies organizing esports events in North Carolina, promoting economic growth through local spending and job creation.

Business and Commerce
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