Radio Flyer · Rolling / Open Foundation
Radio Flyer Donations - National Organizations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Radio Flyer Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary Radio Flyer is dedicated to supporting organizations that promote…
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.
101 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
$1,000 per award (2 awards available)
CARING COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Revitalization Grant for Pottawatomie and Marshall Kansas Counties Funder: Caring Community Foundation (CCF) Purpose: Support local revitalization efforts in small towns across Pottawatomie and…
Up to US $25,000
SAMUEL N & MARY CASTLE FDN · Rolling / Open Foundation
RFP: Private NAEYC-Accredited or Obtaining Accreditation Preschools in Need of Playground, Classroom, or Other Small Capital Improvements Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Samuel N & Mary Castle…
Up to US $25,000
ROY J CARVER CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
RJCCT: Youth Recreational Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2025 Summary The RJCCT Youth Recreational Program,…
US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE KANSAS CITY ROYALS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Royalty Fields Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Royals Charities Inc. Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Royalty Fields Grant Program, presented by the…
Up to US $25,000
ROBINS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
SEED Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Robins Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The SEED Grants, provided by the Robins Foundation, aim to enhance early childhood…
Up to US $2,500
Park Pride Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Small Change Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Park Pride Inc Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Park Pride Small Change Grant Program offers funding for…
$1,000 - $5,000
THE MONTPELIER FOUNDATION INC · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Small Grant Program Program Name: Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier Small Grant Program Overview: This program carries on the Montpelier Foundation's role held since 1994 - to provide funding for…
Up to US $6,000
Spokane Parks Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Spokane Parks Foundation Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Spokane Parks Foundation Amount: Up to US $6,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Spokane Parks Foundation has been…
At least $35,000 total
Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation · September 26, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Staff Initiative Grants Funder: Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation Program Description: The Sonoma County Parks Foundation offers grants for projects recommended by Sonoma County Regional Parks…
Landscape Architecture Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Steven G. King Play Environments Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Landscape Architecture Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Steven G. King Play…
NEW CITY PARKS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Stewardship Mini Grant Program Overview: New City Parks offers summer Stewardship Mini Grants to empower local community-based organizations to offer structured programming and engage residents in…
US $10,000 - US $150,000
FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS · Rolling / Open Foundation
The Longleaf Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: US $10,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary The Longleaf Fund Grant supports capital projects…
McKee Foods · Rolling / Open State
The Outdoor Happiness Movement is offering $20,000 to help create, build, improve, and preserve areas to run, jump and play. Maybe you’ve heard that your town wants to beautify a local park by…
National Recreation and Park Association · Rolling / Open State
The purpose of this program is to ensure that there is a high-quality park within a ten-minute walk of every person, in every neighborhood, in every city across the country. To achieve this goal,…
Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) and National Football League Foundation (NFL Foundation) · Rolling / Open State
The purpose of this program is to provide financial and technical assistance to improve the quality, safety, and accessibility of local football fields, and to redress the shortage of clean, safe,…
MIDLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
The Service Club Alliance Grant (Kiwanis Club of Midland & Midland Kiwanis Foundation) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Service…
Up to US $200,000
Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) · Rolling / Open Foundation
TSET Built Environment Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The TSET Built Environment Grants,…
US $200,000 - US $4,800,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Rolling / Open Foundation
WA RCO: Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office Amount: US $200,000 - US $4,800,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary…
Varies
Kansas Department of Health and Environment · Rolling / Open Foundation
Waste Tire Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Department of Health and Environment Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Waste Tire Grant Program, administered by the Kansas Department of…
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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