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New York Recreation Grants

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New York State Snowmobile Trail Grant-In-Aid Program
Contact for amount
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments in New York State for the development and maintenance of a safe and interconnected snowmobile trail system that promotes tourism and recreation.

Recreation
County governments
In-Lake Grant Program
$50,000
Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2026

This program provides funding for projects that enhance the health and accessibility of specific lakes in Chautauqua County, aiming to boost tourism and recreational opportunities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Special Projects Fund
Contact for amount
New York Health Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations proposing innovative projects that address urgent healthcare and public health challenges, particularly benefiting historically marginalized communities in New York.

Energy
Nonprofits
Clifton-Fine Community Fund
$6,000
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Northern New York for projects that improve community well-being across various sectors, including health, education, arts, and environmental conservation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Youth Team Sports Grant Program
$50,000
Orange County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Orange County that run youth team sports programs for individuals under 18, promoting youth development and essential life skills.

Youth
Nonprofits
Community Fund Grant Program
$2,500
Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in Cattaraugus County to address pressing community needs across various program areas, with a focus on impactful projects rather than ongoing operational costs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Town of East Hampton Water Quality Improvement Grant
Contact for amount
Town of East Hampton (Natural Resources Department)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 31, 2024

This grant provides funding to East Hampton Town departments, villages, nonprofits, and commercial entities for projects that improve local water quality through pollution reduction and habitat restoration initiatives.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
New York Statewide Investment in More Swimming Initiative (NY SWIMS)
$10,000,000
New York State Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation (NYS OPRHP) and Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This initiative provides funding to municipalities and not-for-profit organizations in New York State to develop and improve swimming facilities, particularly in underserved communities, to promote safety and health through increased access to swimming.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Youth Team Sports Grant
$25,000
New York State Office of Children and Family Services (NYS OCFS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community-based groups in Dutchess County to offer free, structured team sports activities for youth under 18, particularly in underserved communities, during the 2026 program year.

Youth
Nonprofits
Youth Team Sports Programs
$50,000
Westchester County Youth Bureau (WCYB)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 6, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit and community-based organizations in Westchester County to develop and implement inclusive youth team sports programs for individuals under 18, particularly targeting underserved communities.

Youth
Nonprofits
GF-Town of Malta Foundation, Inc. Grant
Contact for amount
GlobalFoundries / Town of Malta Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This grant provides funding to not-for-profit organizations and community projects that enhance the well-being, education, and cultural opportunities for residents of the Town of Malta, New York.

Arts
City or township governments
New York Places for Learning, Activity, and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS)
$2,500,000
New York Dormitory Authority
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
ZBGA Capital Grant Program
$500,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 26, 2025

This program provides funding to New York State zoos, botanical gardens, and aquaria for capital improvements that enhance educational programs, promote sustainability, and improve public safety.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Foundation Competitive Grants
$75,000
Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Western New York to support community-driven projects that address local needs and align with the Foundation's strategic goals.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Wayne County Community Endowment Fund
$5,000
Wayne County Community Endowment
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that improve health and quality of life for residents of Wayne County, NY, with a focus on innovative solutions for youth, seniors, food insecurity, transportation, and housing challenges.

Health
Nonprofits
Youth Sports and Education Programs
$30,000
Westchester County Youth Bureau (WCYB)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 6, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations and municipalities in Westchester County to create non-competitive sports and physical activity programs for underserved youth aged 6 to 17, promoting their physical health, emotional well-being, and community engagement.

Youth
Nonprofits
Chautauqua County Watershed Grant Program
$50,000
Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This program provides funding for projects that improve water quality and enhance recreational opportunities in key lakes and streams of Chautauqua County, targeting collaborations among local governments, non-profits, schools, and landowners.

Environment
Nonprofits
Youth Sports and Education and Team Sports Funding Program
$20,000
Broome County Youth Bureau (BCYB)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations providing structured sports and educational programs for youth aged 6 to 17, particularly in under-resourced communities, to promote physical health, mental well-being, and positive development.

Youth
Nonprofits
Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems Initiative
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects in the Appalachian region that help individuals recovering from substance use disorders gain access to job training and employment services, fostering sustainable recovery and economic independence.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments
Youth Development Program
$20,000
Broome County Youth Bureau (BCYB)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Broome County to deliver programs that promote positive youth development and prevent juvenile delinquency for individuals from birth to age twenty-one.

Youth
Nonprofits