Recreation Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 700 active recreation grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 15 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 346 list an award amount, with a median of $43K.

Grants tracked: 700; from 425 funders
Median award: $43K; middle half $7,500–$233K
Total listed funding: $159.8M; across 346 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 14; 40 with a published date

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Recreation – National Fitness Campaign Fitness Courts® MVP Health Care · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) Grant North Carolina State Parks · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) provides matching grants up to $500,000 to local governments for the development and improvement of parks and public beach access.	Not published	Up to $500K
Federal Initiatives and Recreation Division Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs · State Not published · Varies Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program (ARHTP) Click here for information and Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) Deadline : Aug. 7 at 5 p.m.	Not published	Varies
Iroquois’ Community Grant Program Iroquois Gas Transmission System · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Iroquois Community Grant Program, established in 2007, aims to enhance the quality of life in communities hosting Iroquois facilities through funding initiatives focused on environmental preservation, passive recreation, historic…	Not published	$3K – $10K
Charleston County Parks Small Project Grant Program Charleston County Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission (CCPRC) offers a Small Project Funding Program to organizations for projects that align with CCPRC's mission to improve quality of life in Charleston County through park facilities…	Not published	Varies
Recreation Projects-Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WA) Grant Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program offers funding aimed at enhancing outdoor recreation and conserving land across Washington State.	Not published	Varies
Capital City Marathon Endowment Fund Grant The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Capital City Marathon Endowment Fund Grant, established by the Capital City Marathon Association, supports projects in Thurston, Lewis, and Mason counties aimed at promoting healthy living.	Not published	$1K – $5K
CPAC Grants (Cincinnati Parks Advisory Council Grants) Cincinnati Parks Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Cincinnati Parks Advisory Councils (CPAC) are volunteer citizen groups which seek to build and maintain public support for neighborhood Cincinnati Parks and provide programming for the community.	Not published	Varies
Walk-In Area Program (WIA) Game Fish & Parks Grants · State Not published · Varies Works to maintain South Dakota's rich hunting heritage by providing public hunting access to privately owned lands that contain valuable wildlife habitat.	Not published	Varies
Carroll Community Fund Grant Stark Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carroll Community Fund Grant, established in 1994, supports various projects in Carroll County, Ohio. It funds tax-exempt organizations, private agencies, and government entities that address local issues.	Not published	Varies
Trail Blazers Foundation Fund – PLAY Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Trail Blazers Foundation Fund – PLAY Grant aims to enhance the lives of underserved youth in Oregon and SW Washington by promoting physical activity.	Not published	Up to $25K
Large Grants Greater Boise Rotary Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K GBRF granting priorities address Rotary International's areas of focus and cater to specific needs of Ada County: Applications are based on a Letter of Intent for a specific project or program in one of the focus areas.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Sheboygan County Stewardship Fund Grant Sheboygan County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sheboygan County Stewardship Fund Grant, established by voter support in 2000, aims to enhance recreational opportunities and conserve natural resources in Sheboygan County.	Not published	Varies
R3 Grant Program Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The R3 Grant Program, managed by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, offers up to $25,000 in funding to support initiatives that enhance fishing and boating education.	Not published	Up to $25K
New Yankee Stadium: Large Grants New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund, Inc. ("Fund") is a not- for-profit organized under and operating pursuant to the laws of the state of New York.	Not published	Varies
Park Pride Large Capital Improvements Grants Park Pride Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $100K The Park Pride Large Capital Improvements Grants support transformative projects in Atlanta's parks, providing funding between $2,500 and $100,000.	Not published	$3K – $100K
Mini-Grant Program Lincoln Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Leisure Event Assistance Grants Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Event Assistance program is managed by the FM CVB's Marketing team and is designed to help start new leisure-focused events or enhance recurring events. The program supports small community events to full-scale concert series.	Not published	Varies
Cycle Oregon Fund Community Grants Cycle Oregon Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $35K The Cycle Oregon Fund, administered through the Oregon Community Foundation, makes annual grants to preserve special places in Oregon, promote bicycle safety and tourism, and support community projects throughout the state.	Not published	$5K – $35K
MT Shooting Range Grants Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · Foundation Not published · Varies The Montana Shooting Range Grant Program, administered by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks since 1989, provides funding for the establishment and enhancement of shooting ranges across Montana.	Not published	Varies
Creative Conservationist Awards Great Outdoors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual awards recognizing leadership in conservation and recreation efforts from community members involved with the Great Outdoors Foundation and ICON Water Trails.	Not published	Varies
Vancouver Parks & Recreation: Everybody Plays The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Vancouver and Clark County · Foundation Not published · Varies Recreation scholarships ensuring youth and disabled adults have access to recreational programs, swim lessons, sports participation, day camps, and music/dance/art classes.	Not published	Varies
Proposition 68 LLAR Severely Disadvantaged Communities San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Priorities for RMC LLAR Prop 68: Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects,Provide workforce development opportunities,Expand access to diverse populations,Secured matching funds RMC’s LLAR Grants are…	Not published	Varies
Rum River Community Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Rum River Community Foundation Grant, a philanthropic initiative by the Initiative Foundation, aims to enhance community livability through funding for parks, recreation, and youth engagement in the cities of Bock, Foreston, Milaca…	Not published	Up to $1K

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About recreation grants

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

How much money do recreation grants for nonprofits award?

Of the 700 recreation grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 346 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $43K, and the middle half fall between $7,500 and $233K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most recreation grants for nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (10), Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (10), Colorado Parks & Wildlife (9), Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (9), and Arizona State Parks & Trails (8). In all, 425 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are recreation grants for nonprofits due?

Of 700 grants listed, 14 accept applications on a rolling basis, 40 have a published upcoming deadline, 106 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 540 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 57% fall in October–December.

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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