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.
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 planning and feasibility studies. Eligible projects include preliminary studies to determine project viability, such as developing park master…
Voter-approved, state lottery-funded grant program for qualified public outdoor park and recreation projects. Eligible projects include land acquisition, development, rehabilitation, and…
Local Open Space Grants - Organization: Department of Natural Resources - Type: State Grant
Local Parks Grant: Implementation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts in California Parks Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Local Parks Grant: Implementation Grants program by Arts in…
Local Sportsmen’s Group Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Game and Fish Department Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Local Sportsmen’s Group Grant Program, established by the Arizona…
Local Trail Connections Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Amount: US $5,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Local Trail…
Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Logan County Charitable…
Lower American River Conservancy Program The Program was created to provide a state partner to work cooperatively with local agencies, particularly the County of Sacramento in its role as the manager…
Luke Garrison Foundation Grant Program Funder: Luke Garrison Foundation (NC, US) Website: lukegarrisonfoundation.com Geographic Scope: Primarily North Carolina and surrounding regions, based on grant…
LWCF Grants - Local Agency Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Parks and Recreation Amount: Up to US $6,000,000 Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The LWCF Grants program, administered by…
MACI Youth Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albion Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The MACI Youth Fund, managed by the Albion Community Foundation,…