California Recreation Grants
Explore 200 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Feb 1, 2027
Date Added
Aug 14, 2026
This grant provides funding to public agencies in California for repairing and modifying boat launching facilities that have been previously improved with state funding, ensuring safe and accessible recreational boating access.
Application Deadline
Feb 1, 2027
Date Added
Mar 12, 2025
This grant provides funding to public agencies in California for the construction and improvement of facilities that enhance access for recreational boaters using motorized watercraft.
Application Deadline
Jan 14, 2027
Date Added
Jul 15, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to local agencies and state entities in California for acquiring and developing public parks and recreational spaces to enhance community wellness and outdoor access.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Dec 6, 2023
This program provides bicycle racks at little to no cost for commercial property owners in Palm Desert, promoting cycling and supporting local businesses while enhancing community infrastructure.
Application Deadline
Feb 1, 2027
Date Added
May 20, 2024
This grant provides funding to public agencies in California for the construction and improvement of facilities that enhance access for non-motorized recreational boating, such as kayaks and paddle boards.
Application Deadline
Oct 20, 2026
Date Added
Aug 19, 2025
This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations for community-led projects that improve public spaces and strengthen neighborhood connections in San Francisco.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Aug 20, 2026
This grant provides funding for projects that improve outdoor recreation access, preserve cultural resources, and address climate change in the Coachella Valley and surrounding mountains, prioritizing support for disadvantaged communities.
Application Deadline
Oct 30, 2026
Date Added
Aug 31, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to incorporated cities in Orange County, California, for community projects that improve health and wellness, enhance public spaces, and address health disparities among residents.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 5, 2024
This funding provides financial support for projects that restore natural resources, enhance public access to outdoor recreation, and promote community resilience against wildfires in the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Application Deadline
Feb 1, 2027
Date Added
May 20, 2024
This grant provides funding to local agencies for the replacement or installation of signs at previously funded boating access projects in California, ensuring safety and improved public information.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 11, 2023
This funding opportunity supports a variety of habitat restoration and enhancement projects across California, aimed at protecting wildlife and improving ecological health, and is available to organizations capable of implementing such initiatives.
Application Deadline
Dec 17, 2026
Date Added
Aug 31, 2026
This program provides funding to cities, counties, and nonprofit organizations in California to create new parks and improve existing recreational spaces in underserved communities.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 18, 2023
This program provides funding to local agencies and nonprofit organizations for projects that restore, enhance, and improve public access to the natural and recreational resources of the American River Parkway.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Apr 8, 2024
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that enhance community pride, cultural programming, and environmental stewardship in Del Mar, California.
Application Deadline
Oct 2, 2026
Date Added
May 30, 2025
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents in San Marcos, California, focusing on various community initiatives such as arts, education, health, and environmental programs.
Application Deadline
Sep 15, 2026
Date Added
Aug 14, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Imperial County that are dedicated to improving health and wellness for underserved communities, including children, low-income families, and veterans.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 18, 2023
This funding opportunity is designed to support organizations working on habitat restoration and public access projects in California, particularly those that enhance ecosystem connectivity and benefit underserved communities.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 18, 2023
This funding opportunity provides financial support for conservation projects that benefit disadvantaged communities, enhance climate resilience, and promote biodiversity in California's desert regions.
Application Deadline
Dec 17, 2026
Date Added
Sep 2, 2026
This grant provides funding to cities, counties, and nonprofit organizations in California to create or improve parks and recreational spaces in underserved communities, enhancing access to green spaces and recreational opportunities.
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2027
Date Added
Nov 8, 2024
This program provides funding to small and mid-sized businesses in Danville, California, to support collaborative public events that boost local economic activity and consumer engagement.

