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Minnesota Recreation Grants

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West Bank Community Fund Grants
$5,000
Minneapolis Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that celebrate cultural diversity, strengthen community connections, and empower residents in the West Bank neighborhood of Minneapolis.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
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
Regional Trail Grant Program
$300,000
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 27, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments in Minnesota for the development and enhancement of significant recreational trail systems outside the metropolitan area.

Recreation
County governments
NFL Foundation Grassroots Program
$250,000
National Football League (NFL) Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in underserved communities to improve local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible spaces for youth sports and community engagement.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants – Play Area Grants
$300,000
Hennepin County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This grant provides financial support to local government entities in Hennepin County for projects that create or improve youth play areas and athletic facilities, promoting increased access to recreational activities for children and teenagers.

Recreation
City or township governments
Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program
$500,000
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 30, 2026

This program provides competitive funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Minnesota for projects that restore, protect, and enhance critical habitats to support wildlife and biodiversity.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
State Park Road Account Program
$5,000,000
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Minnesota for improving roads that enhance access to state parks and recreational areas, ensuring safer travel for visitors.

Recreation
County governments
MDU Resources Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
MDU Resources Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in the Midwest and Pacific Northwest to support community development, education, cultural enrichment, and environmental initiatives that enhance the quality of life in their areas.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Delano Area Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Delano Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 5, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government units, and public school districts for projects that enhance education, community development, arts and culture, or recreational activities in the Delano area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Environmental Grant Program
$25,000
St. Croix Valley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public entities in the St. Croix Valley region to support environmental stewardship, education, and access to natural spaces.

Environment
Nonprofits
Ann Bancroft Foundation Grant Program
$1,000
Ann Bancroft Foundation (ABF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Minnesota girls in grades K-12 to engage in activities that foster confidence, leadership, and personal development.

Recreation
Individuals
Archery in the Schools
$1,800
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 30, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to schools and nonprofit organizations in Minnesota to acquire archery equipment for integrating archery into their physical education programs, promoting youth engagement in outdoor activities.

Education
Independent school districts
Community Impact Funds
$1,000
Renville County Economic Development Authority (EDA)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to cities and townships in Renville County for small-scale projects that improve community aesthetics and amenities.

Community Development
City or township governments
Fisher Area Community Fund Grant
$10,000
Northwest Minnesota Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and public agencies to implement projects that improve education, economic development, healthcare, environmental and recreational opportunities, and cultural services in the Fisher, Minnesota area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Big Idea Grant
$25,000
Lower St. Croix Valley Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofits and government entities in select towns of the Lower St. Croix Valley to implement community-enhancing projects that improve residents' quality of life and foster civic engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Virginia Community Foundation Grant
$10,000
Virginia Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides up to $5,000 for nonprofit organizations and government entities to implement projects that enhance parks, recreation, and arts and culture in the greater Virginia area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sparking Change Grant
$10,000
USA for UNHCR
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 18, 2024

This grant provides funding to empower community leaders who have experienced forced displacement, supporting innovative projects that foster collaboration and integration between refugees and local communities in select U.S. states.

Employment Labor and Training
County governments
3M PFAS Settlement Priority 2 Grant Program
$20,000,000
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 30, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public and nonprofit organizations for projects that restore and enhance aquatic ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and recreational opportunities in areas affected by PFAS contamination in Minnesota.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Tourism Grant Program
$14,000
Explore Minnesota
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2026

This program provides financial support to nonprofit tourism organizations, municipal tourism offices, and Tribal Nations in Minnesota to promote tourism and enhance local economies through marketing initiatives.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
SACF Great Idea Grant 2026
$10,000
Stillwater Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $10,000 for innovative community projects that enhance the quality of life in the Stillwater Area, benefiting local residents and organizations.

Community Development
Individuals