Playground Grants

Last updated July 23, 2026

There are currently 92 active playground grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation Grants	Mat-su Trails & Parks Foundation	July 29, 2026	Up to $100K
State	Rural Community Grant Program	Economic Development Rural Grants	August 13, 2026	Up to $1.5M
State	Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Public Works Facilities	CDBG Program	September 15, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Community Grants	Spokane Parks Foundation	September 15, 2026	Up to $6K
Foundation	Staff Initiative Grants	Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation	September 26, 2026	$35K
Foundation	Park Grants Program	Austin Parks Foundation	September 30, 2026	Up to $50K
Foundation	CARE for Kids Grant Program	CARE - Childrens Advocates Resource	October 1, 2026	$100 – $10K
Foundation	FY26 Fall Grant Cycle	Black Hawk County Gaming Association	October 20, 2026	Varies
Foundation	Beacon Hill Community Fund	Beacon Hill Civic Association Inc	October 31, 2026	$3K – $10K
Foundation	Physical Activity Grant Program	Chatham County Partnership for Children	November 14, 2026	$10K
Foundation	Incentive Grants	Friends of Wisconsin State Parks Inc	March 16, 2027	Up to $4K
Foundation	Play-4-All Grant	Wood County Plays Inc	May 31, 2027	Up to $10K
Foundation	Coalition for Kids Fund	Josephine County Educational Fund Inc	June 30, 2027	Varies
Foundation	RJCCT: Youth Recreational Program Grant	Roy J Carver Charitable Trust	Rolling	Up to $25K
Foundation	KaBOOM! Adventure Courses Grant Program	Kaboom Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	NFL Foundation Grassroots Program	Houston Texans Foundation	Rolling	Up to $250K
Foundation	Park Pride Large Capital Improvements Grants	Park Pride Inc	Rolling	$3K – $100K
Foundation	KaBOOM! Multi-Sport Courts Grant	Kaboom Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Community Grant	First Care Medical Services	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Equitable Community-Designed Outdoor Spaces Grant	The Colorado Health Foundation	Rolling	$25K – $50K
Foundation	The Longleaf Fund Grant	Foundation for the Carolinas	Rolling	$10K – $150K
Foundation	Stewardship Mini Grant Program	New City Parks Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Youth Athletic Facilities Grants	Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office	Rolling	$25K – $350K
Foundation	Gilmore \| Henne Community Fund Grant	Berks County Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	Up to $2K

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About playground grants

Playground grants fund equipment, installation, safety improvements, and inclusive play spaces. Sources range from the KABOOM! national program to state recreation agencies, CDBG funding, and corporate sponsors. Community involvement is often a key requirement, making these grants a great fit for schools, parks departments, and neighborhood organizations.

Playground Grants by state

Browse playground grants available to organizations in 5 states.

Playground Grants in Arkansas 1 Playground Grants in Iowa 1 Playground Grants in Maryland 1 Playground Grants in Nebraska 1 Playground Grants in Vermont 1

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a grant to build a playground?

Start with KABOOM!, which partners with communities to build playgrounds. Apply for your state's Land and Water Conservation Fund grants. Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) can fund playground projects. Equipment manufacturers like GameTime and Landscape Structures offer community grants. Local parks and recreation foundations are another strong source.

Are there grants for inclusive playgrounds?

Yes. The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation funds accessible play spaces. KABOOM! prioritizes inclusive design. Many state ADA compliance programs fund playground accessibility upgrades. The Shane's Inspiration and Boundless Playgrounds organizations specifically support inclusive playground development.

How much does a playground grant typically cover?

Amounts vary widely. Small equipment grants may provide $5,000-$25,000. KABOOM! builds typically cover $50,000-$100,000 in equipment and installation (with community match). LWCF and CDBG grants can fund $100,000+ projects. Most playground projects require some matching funds from the community.

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