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Pennsylvania Recreation Grants

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Harold L. Brake & Dolores K. Brake Legacy Fund
$75,000
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life in St. Thomas, Peters, and Hamilton Townships in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, supporting projects that align with the values of community well-being and rural preservation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
PECO Green Region Open Space Grant Program
$10,000
PECO
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities and nonprofit organizations in southeastern Pennsylvania to enhance and protect open spaces, improve public access to nature, and support environmental quality initiatives.

Environment
Special district governments
Non-Motorized Trails
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a variety of projects aimed at developing, maintaining, and promoting non-motorized recreational trails for public use by local governments, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations.

Recreation
State governments
North Central Greenways Implementation Grant
$25,000
North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations in six Pennsylvania counties to develop and enhance greenways, trails, and active transportation networks.

Environment
County governments
Tourism Marketing Grant
Contact for amount
The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports not-for-profit organizations and event organizers in Centre County, Pennsylvania, to promote tourism and increase overnight stays through marketing initiatives and special events.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sports Event Funding Program
$75,000
Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Sports & Exhibition Authority
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2025

This program provides financial support to major sporting events in Allegheny County that can boost the local economy and attract visitors, covering costs like marketing, venue rentals, and production expenses.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Washington County Tourism Grant Program
Contact for amount
Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This grant provides financial support to tourism-related entities in Washington County, Pennsylvania, for projects that enhance visitor experiences or promote tourism to attract visitors from outside the county.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 21, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and select businesses in Pennsylvania for projects that improve public access to outdoor recreation, conserve natural resources, and revitalize communities.

Arts
County governments
Community and Watershed Forestry Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance sustainable forestry practices, improve water quality, and promote community resilience through green infrastructure initiatives.

Environment
County governments
Flex Grants
$2,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for small-scale community projects in Pennsylvania's South Mountain region, focusing on enhancing outdoor access and engagement, particularly for diverse communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Reduce Illegal Dumping
Contact for amount
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Philadelphia-based organizations and community groups in developing innovative solutions to reduce illegal dumping and improve neglected public spaces in the city.

Environment
Nonprofits
Canoe Access Development Fund
$5,000
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community groups and organizations in Western Pennsylvania to develop and improve safe and accessible canoe and kayak access sites on local rivers and streams.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Conservancy Public Benefit Improvements Grants
$50,000
Commissioners of Chester County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on land conservation and preservation for projects that improve public access to trails and natural areas in Pennsylvania.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant Program
$10,000
Susquehanna Greenway Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2024

The Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant program, funded by the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership, offers $1,000 to $10,000 grants to public entities and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Pennsylvania for projects promoting education, outdoor engagement, wayfinding, trails, active transportation, and placemaking within the Susquehanna Greenway corridor.

Environment
Nonprofits
State and Regional Partnerships
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, regional municipal entities, and state-designated Heritage Areas in Pennsylvania to enhance recreation, park management, and conservation efforts through various projects focused on education, planning, and implementation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Conservation Grants
$25,000
Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Pennsylvania that are working to improve water quality and habitat through conservation and restoration projects.

Environment
Nonprofits
Park Rehabilitation and Development
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania for projects that improve public parks, recreational facilities, and access to waterways, enhancing community outdoor spaces and environmental sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
Municipal Acquisition Grants
Contact for amount
Commissioners of Chester County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This program provides funding to Chester County municipalities and land-owning municipal recreation authorities for acquiring land to enhance public access and recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Recreation and Conservation Planning
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania to develop comprehensive plans for parks, recreation areas, and conservation projects that engage the community and promote sustainable practices.

Recreation
County governments
Game On – Community Places to Play Initiative
$100,000
The DICK’s Sporting Goods Foundation and Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for non-profit organizations to improve sports facilities in underserved neighborhoods, promoting youth access to organized sports and related development programs.

Recreation
Nonprofits