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.
Competitive Grant Program Funder: Clinton County Community Foundation Inc (PA, US) Geographic Scope: Clinton County, PA. Eligible organizations must be located within Clinton County, Pa., or…
Connect Kids to Swimming Instruction Transportation Grant Program (NY) Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: February 01,…
Conservancy Trail Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Hudson River Valley Greenway Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Conservancy Trail Grants, offered by…
Conservation, Environment and Public Trails Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Santa Barbara…
CORE Fund- Conservation, Outdoor Recreation, and Environment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Western Colorado Community Foundation Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Conservation, Outdoor…
County Boat and Water Safety Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary The County Boat and Water Safety Grants aim to support…
COVID-19 Family Activity Grants Organization: Wounded Warriors Family Support Inc Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Family activities and recreation during COVID-19 pandemic Date…
CPAC Grants Program Type: Community Park Grants Geographic Scope: Cincinnati, Ohio - neighborhood parks served by Cincinnati Parks Advisory Councils (CPACs) Overview: Cincinnati Parks Advisory…
CPCF Competitive Grants Geographic Scope: Blair County, PA (organizations must be located in or serve Blair County) Funder: Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation Program Overview: The Central…
Creative Conservationist Awards Status: Application open as of April 1, 2026 Overview: Annual awards recognizing leadership in conservation and recreation efforts from community members involved with…
Cycle Oregon Fund Community Grants Funder: Cycle Oregon Inc (OR, US) Overview: The Cycle Oregon Fund, administered through the Oregon Community Foundation, makes annual grants to preserve special…
Dan Whitworth Memorial Scholarship Funder: Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF) Geographic Scope: Texas (preference given to applicants attending Texas colleges or universities) Focus Areas:…
Daniel and Susan Pfau Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Cincinnati Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Daniel and Susan Pfau Foundation, established in 1994, focuses on…
DCNR All-Terrain Vehicle and Snowmobile Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Amount: US $25,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated:…
DCNR Circuit Rider Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The DCNR Circuit Rider Grant offers funding…
DCNR Community Recreation and Conservation Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Amount: US $25,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated:…
DCNR Motorized Trails Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The DCNR Motorized Trails Grants program…
DCNR Non-Motorized Trails Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The DCNR Non-Motorized Trails Grants…
DCNR Park Rehabilitation and Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Amount: US $60,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: January 13,…
DCNR Peer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Amount: Up to US $18,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The DCNR Peer Grant, initiated…