Recreation Grants in Illinois
Last updated October 3, 2026
There are 4 active recreation grants tagged to Illinois, part of 699 active recreation grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Recreational Corridor greenways and trails planning Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies State funding for intergovernmental agreements and grant agreements that support specific projects identified as high priority a Recreational Corridor for repurposing the abandoned railroads. | |
| Illinois Recreational Access Program (Federal: Voluntary Public Access & Habitat Incentive Program) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Provide public access and habitat improvement on privately leased property throughout the state. | |
| DJ - Sport Fish Restoration - Fisheries, Boat Access (FY27) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the Award. | |
| BIG-P - Boating Infrastructure Grant Program (SFY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Construction, renovation, and maintenance of docking, mooring, and other facilities for transient, recreational boats 26 feet or greater in length. |
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About recreation grants in Illinois
Recreation grants support parks, trails, sports facilities, and outdoor recreation access for communities. The federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides matching grants to states and, through them, to local governments for acquiring land and developing public outdoor recreation facilities. State park and recreation agencies, community foundations, and corporate programs offer additional funding for fields, playgrounds, and recreation programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for recreation?
Recreation grants fund parks and green spaces, trails, ballfields and sports facilities, playgrounds, water access, and recreation programming. The Land and Water Conservation Fund supports land acquisition and facility development through matching grants, and state recreation agencies, community foundations, and corporate giving programs fund a broad range of community recreation projects.
Who funds parks and recreation projects?
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), administered federally and distributed through state agencies, is a key source of outdoor recreation funding for state and local governments. State park and recreation departments, community foundations, corporate foundations, and national recreation organizations also fund facilities, trails, and programs at the local level.
Who can apply for recreation grants?
Many major recreation grants, including LWCF awards, go to state and local government agencies, with funds often requiring a local match. Nonprofit recreation and conservation organizations can frequently apply for foundation and corporate grants directly, and community groups sometimes partner with a municipality or use a fiscal sponsor to access government funding.
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