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.
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…
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…
DCNR Recreation and Conservation Grant - Charleroi Riverfront Park Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Recipient: Mon Valley Alliance Foundation (MVAF),…
Department of Developmental Services Social Recreation Grant Status: Completed (June 2023 - April 2024) Geographic Scope: California (thirteen YMCAs participated) Focus Areas: - Enhanced…
Department of Natural Resources - Grants The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offers a wide variety of grant programs to cities, counties, townships, non-profits, schools, private individuals…
Destination Development Grant (ND) Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota Department of Commerce Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The Destination Development Grant (ND) provides $15 million in…
Detroit Parks Coalition 2026 Summer Parks Programming Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kresge Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary Overview Expanding Equity and…
Detroit Tigers Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Detroit Tigers Foundation of Florida Inc. Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The Detroit Tigers Foundation Grant is dedicated to enhancing…
Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation: Community Organization and Sports Teams and Leagues - Organization: Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation - Type: Foundation Grant