Last updated June 28, 2026
There are currently 705 active recreation grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
10-Minute Walk Campaign - Grants and Technical Assistance Overview: NRPA, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land and the Urban Land Institute, is leading a nationwide movement to ensure…
2026 Bridge Run Grants Funder: Cooper River Bridge Run Inc (SC, US) Mission: The goal of the Cooper River Bridge Run (Bridge Run) is to promote regular physical activity, health, and wellness in the…
Access for All Program Overview: Program focused on increasing accessibility and inclusion for visitors with diverse abilities and special needs at Florida State Parks. Geographic Scope: Florida…
Access Fund: Climbing Conservation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Access Fund Amount: US $1,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Access Fund's Climbing Conservation Grant supports…
Access To Recreation Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln Last Updated: June 07, 2025 Summary The Access To Recreation Endowment Fund Grant,…
Access to the Great Lakes Fishery Geographic Scope: Great Lakes region, with focus on Michigan Focus Areas: - Shore-based angling access - Tribal fishing access - Fish cleaning stations -…
ACL Music Festival Grants Overview: Austin Parks Foundation administers grant funding as part of the Austin City Limits Music Festival partnership. The organization allocates grant funding annually…
ACL Music Festival Grants Program: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Austin Parks Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The ACL Music Festival…
Active Allegheny Grant Program (AAGP) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allegheny County Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The Active Allegheny Grant Program (AAGP) offers…
Active Transportation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Columbia Basin Trust Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The Active Transportation Grant, offered by Columbia Basin…
Adapted PE/Activity Program of the Year Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society Of Health And Physical Educators Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary The Adapted PE/Activity Program of the Year…
Adaptive Recreation Grant Funder: North Dakota Association for the Disabled (NDAD) Award Amount: $5,000 (at least one awarded annually) Geographic Scope: North Dakota and directly adjacent border…
Adaptive Sports Scholarship for The National Tetra Ski Championship Overview: Scholarship program supporting participation in the National Tetra Ski Championship for individuals with DMD. Geographic…
Adopt a Center Overview: The Adopt a Center program creates direct, meaningful connections between donors, businesses, and community centers that need support most. It enables supporters to direct…
Adopt a Marathon Mile Program Funder: Atlanta Track Club Purpose: Fund local nonprofit organizations that participate in providing energy, excitement, and support along the Atlanta Marathon and…
Adopt a Mile Program Funder: Atlanta Track Club Purpose: Fund local health and fitness nonprofits through participation in the Adopt a Mile program, held in conjunction with the Atlanta 10 Miler.…
ADPHT Great Strides Program Grants (Trails for Life) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism - Office of Outdoor Recreation Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated:…
ADPHT Matching Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism - Office of Outdoor Recreation Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The ADPHT Matching Grants program…
Advancing Communities Status: Open and actively accepting applications (pilot phase launched 2024) Geographic Scope: Nebraska and southwest Iowa (Mills, Harrison and Pottawattamie Counties) Program…
Adventure Guides Program (Fiske Family Foundation Grant) Funder: Fiske Family Foundation Award Amount: $50,000 Geographic Scope: San Diego County (Rancho Family YMCA) Program Focus: Parent-child…
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.
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.
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.