Recreation Grants for Nonprofits provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Land & Water Conservation Fund (IA) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Department of Natural Resources Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides…
Land & Water Conservation Fund Recreation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Land & Water Conservation Fund Recreation Grants,…
Land and Water Conservation Fund (FL) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florida Department of Environmental Protection Amount: Up to US $1,500,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Land and…
Federal aid assistance program providing up to 50 percent reimbursement for acquisition and development of outdoor recreation facilities. Eligible projects include playgrounds, ballfields, sport/play…
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program (IL) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $1,725,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2025 Summary The Land…
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri State Parks Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Missouri State Parks…
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) has historically been a primary funding source for outdoor recreation development and land acquisition by local…
Land Conservation Partnership Grant: Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Land…
Land for Maine's Future: Public Water Access to Maine Waters Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The…
Large Grants Program Award Amount: $10,000 - $25,000 Geographic Scope: Ada County, Idaho Funder: Greater Boise Rotary Foundation (GBRF) Foundation Purpose: Create, promote, maintain and conduct a…
Laurel Highlands Conservation Landscape Mini Grants Funder: Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) Geographic Scope: Laurel Highlands region (Somerset, Westmoreland, Fayette, and Cambria counties…
Leisure Careers Foundation (LCF) Scholarship Funder: Leisure Careers Foundation Geographic Scope: Georgia Overview: Scholarship program for individuals in the parks and recreation field. Details on…
Leisure Event Assistance Grants Funder: Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Fargo-Moorhead) Marketing Team Geographic Scope: Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo community Background The…
Lena & Fred Meijer Charitable Fund Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenville Area Community Foundation Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Lena & Fred Meijer Charitable Fund Grant Cycle,…
Leo Conroy Equitation Grant Status: Active annual grant program Background: Established in 2015 to honor long-time horseman Leo Conroy, who co-managed the National Horse Show and was Chairman of the…
Let's Go! 3.0 Mini-Grant Program Funder: Eat Smart Move More South Carolina (ESMMSC), funded by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation Geographic Scope: South Carolina Program Duration:…
Lexington Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lexington Community Foundation Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Lexington Community Foundation Grants provide essential…
Lily Palmer Fry Memorial Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fry W Cotr Uw L P Fry Mem Tr Last Updated: December 20, 2025 Summary The Lily Palmer Fry Memorial Grant, managed by Bank of America, focuses on…
Lintilhac Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lintilhac Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Lintilhac Foundation Grant aims to foster a stronger,…
Voter-approved, state lottery-funded grant program for qualified public outdoor park and recreation projects. Eligible projects include land acquisition, development, rehabilitation, and…