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.
Rec for All Support, Engagement, and Events (See) Grant - Engagement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Department of Parks and Recreation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025 Summary The…
Rec for All Support, Engagement, and Events (See) Grant - Event and Travel Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Department of Parks and Recreation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2025…
RECREATION - Energize The Environment Grant Program Supports environmental-restoration projects . Example projects include trail building or restoration project, park beautification…
RECREATION – Boating Infrastructure Grants Provides funding to marinas for constructing, renovating, and maintaining tie-up facilities for transient boaters with vessels 26 feet or greater in…
RECREATION – Building Communities Recreational Facilities Grants Capital costs associated with development and creation of a facility-based project that provides, coordinates, or organizes…
RECREATION – Clean Vessel Act Grant Provides funding to marinas for construction, renovation, operation or maintenance costs of their pumpout stations for recreational boaters. Eligible…
RECREATION – Climbing Conservation Grant Supports projects that preserve or enhance climbing access and opportunities and conserve the climbing environment throughout the US. Projects…
RECREATION – Collaborative Capacity Program for Forests and Communities Invests in collaborative activities that support wildfire resilience, recreation opportunities, land &…
RECREATION – Community Wellness Grants Supports development of new community wellness initiatives, improvement of existing community wellness programs, and/or collaboration between worksites…
RECREATION – National Fitness Campaign Fitness Courts® Outdoor Fitness Courts® Details - Funding Entity: MVP Health Care - Funding Type: Grant - Funding Range: Cost of the…
RECREATION – Outdoor Fund Local Impact Grants Supports projects that engage communities near their retail locations and align with conserving wildlife and habitat (habitat restoration,…
RECREATION – Outdoor Recreation Lands Conservation Supports purchase and conservation of recreational lands for outdoor recreation. Funds also are available for predevelopment costs and…
RECREATION – Sparks Good Local Grants Supports a variety of projects that address the specific needs of local communities, including efforts to strengthen community ties, promote…
RECREATION – Trail Accessibility Assessment Evaluates existing trails or proposed sites from the perspective of individuals with mobility challenges and provides practical, professional…
Recreation Passport Grants (MI) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Department of Natural Resources Amount: US $7,500 - US $150,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The Recreation Passport Grants…
Recreation Projects-Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WA) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The…
Recreational Programs for Individuals with Disabilities Grant Overview: The grant supports recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. Award Amount: Up to $1,500 total per year Focus…
Provides reimbursable, matching funds to develop and repair recreational trails and trail-related facilities for both non-motorized and motorized recreational trail uses. Also funds trail-related…
Recreational Trails Grants (KS) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Last Updated: June 09, 2025 Summary The Recreational Trails Grants offered by the Kansas Department of…
Provides funding for construction and rehabilitation of trails and directly related trailhead facilities.