Recreation Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 700 active recreation grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 15 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 346 list an award amount, with a median of $43K.

Grants tracked: 700; from 425 funders
Median award: $43K; middle half $7,500–$233K
Total listed funding: $159.8M; across 346 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 14; 40 with a published date

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Non-Motorized Trails Grant Program: Construction & Maintenance Grants Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Non-Motorized Trails Grant Program, managed by Colorado Parks & Wildlife, aims to enhance outdoor recreation by funding trail construction, maintenance, and planning projects.	Not published	Up to $250K
Pedestrian & Bicycle Program Grant Washington State Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Up to $49.4M The Pedestrian & Bicycle Program, funded by the Washington State Department of Transportation, aims to enhance safety and mobility for pedestrians and cyclists.	Not published	Up to $49.4M
BPCF: Small Grants Bethel Park Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Bethel Park Community Foundation (BPCF) offers small grants up to $500 for community-benefiting initiatives. Applications must be submitted by the 2nd Thursday of the month for review.	Not published	Up to $500
Youth Day Camp Scholarship Program (Bill Hughes Memorial Scholarships) The Chino Hills Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chino Hills Community Foundation funds scholarships to help economically disadvantaged youth participate in the City of Chino Hills' Summer Day Camp Program.	Not published	Varies
Fairhope/Point Clear Community Foundation Grant The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fairhope/Point Clear Community Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the local community of southwest Alabama.	Not published	Varies
MCF: Grants for Recreation, Arts, Festivals, Events, and Sponsorships Middletown Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Middletown Community Foundation offers grants for recreation, arts, festivals, events, and sponsorships to enhance community engagement.	Not published	Varies
Passaic River Shoreline Repair and Park Enhancement Grant, Kearny NJ Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Passaic River Shoreline Repair and Park Enhancement Grant in Kearny, NJ, aims to address the deteriorating shoreline structures along a heavily polluted stretch of the Passaic River.	Not published	Up to $150K
LWCF Grants - Local Agency California Department of Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · Up to $6M The LWCF Grants program, administered by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, aims to enhance the state's recreational, cultural, and historical resources.	Not published	Up to $6M
City Council Project Fund (CCPF) Grant City of San Antonio · State Not published · $50K The City Council Project Fund was established in 2011 to provide financial support for events and programs that serve a municipal purpose and promote: the health, safety and welfare of the communityfamily, social and economic…	Not published	$50K
Recreational Corridor greenways and trails planning Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies State funding for intergovernmental agreements and grant agreements that support specific projects identified as high priority a Recreational Corridor for repurposing the abandoned railroads.	Not published	Varies
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – Prop 68 River San Fernando Valley – Community Access Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas.	Not published	Varies
Driving Mobility and Accessibility on Public Lands Grant National Environmental Education and Training Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K With support from Toyota Motor North America, the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) is pleased to announce $250,000 in grant funding to make public lands more accessible and enjoyable for people of all abilities.	Not published	Up to $20K
Gresham - Neighborhood Matching Grant City of Gresham · State Not published · $10K The Gresham Neighborhood Matching Grant program aims to enhance community pride and involvement by funding neighborhood projects. Recognized neighborhood associations can apply for up to $10,000, requiring a 50% match from the community.	Not published	$10K
Washington State Department of Social & Human Services - Stingrays Adaptive Swim Team Grant YMCA Snohomish Qalicb · Foundation Not published · $79K The Stingrays Adaptive Swim Team is a program serving athletes with diverse abilities through swimming as a sport. The program includes:	Not published	$79K
Sustainable Recreation, Tourism, and Equitable Outdoor Access Directed Grant Program (2025-2027) California Sierra Nevada Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sustainable Recreation, Tourism, and Equitable Outdoor Access Directed Grant Program (2025-2027) supports innovative projects aimed at enhancing sustainable recreation and tourism in the Sierra-Cascade region.	Not published	Varies
Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation Grants Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation offers annual grants to support community-driven initiatives focused on education, health, recreation, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Pennsylvania Water Trails Program Mini Grants Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Mini-grant program to support development and promotion of water trails across Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida: Wildlife Foundation of Florida Grant Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida I · Foundation Not published · $1K – $75K The Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida supports conservation and sustainable enjoyment of Florida's lands and wildlife.	Not published	$1K – $75K
Teton Adaptive General Scholarships Teton Adaptive · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships available for most of Teton Adaptive's adaptive activities and outdoor activities offered by area businesses. To remove financial barriers to participation in adaptive outdoor activities	Not published	Varies
Coachella Valley Proposition 68 Parks, Conservation Land Access and Climate Change Response Grant Program Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The program makes grants to expand recreational and educational use of conservation lands and improve sustainability in the Coachella Valley.	Not published	Varies
Collegiate Community Hub Grant United States Tennis Association Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Collegiate Community Hub Grant, offered by the United States Tennis Association (USTA) in collaboration with the ITA, provides up to $10,000 to collegiate organizations operating a tennis facility as a new 'Collegiate Community Hub.'…	Not published	$5K – $10K
Selkirk Pickleball Growth Program Grant Selkirk Sport, LLC · Foundation Not published · Varies At Selkirk, we are committed to growing the sport of pickleball by making it accessible to everyone. The Selkirk Growth Program enables schools and community programs worldwide to access Selkirk equipment.	Not published	Varies
Local Open Space Grants Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Active Transportation Grant Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Active Transportation Grant, offered by Columbia Basin Trust, supports communities in enhancing their non-motorized travel options.	Not published	Up to $500K

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About recreation grants

Recreation grants support parks, trails, sports facilities, and outdoor recreation access for communities. The federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides matching grants to states and, through them, to local governments for acquiring land and developing public outdoor recreation facilities. State park and recreation agencies, community foundations, and corporate programs offer additional funding for fields, playgrounds, and recreation programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do recreation grants for nonprofits award?

Of the 700 recreation grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 346 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $43K, and the middle half fall between $7,500 and $233K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most recreation grants for nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (10), Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (10), Colorado Parks & Wildlife (9), Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (9), and Arizona State Parks & Trails (8). In all, 425 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are recreation grants for nonprofits due?

Of 700 grants listed, 14 accept applications on a rolling basis, 40 have a published upcoming deadline, 106 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 540 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 57% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for recreation?

Recreation grants fund parks and green spaces, trails, ballfields and sports facilities, playgrounds, water access, and recreation programming. The Land and Water Conservation Fund supports land acquisition and facility development through matching grants, and state recreation agencies, community foundations, and corporate giving programs fund a broad range of community recreation projects.

Who funds parks and recreation projects?

The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), administered federally and distributed through state agencies, is a key source of outdoor recreation funding for state and local governments. State park and recreation departments, community foundations, corporate foundations, and national recreation organizations also fund facilities, trails, and programs at the local level.

Who can apply for recreation grants?

Many major recreation grants, including LWCF awards, go to state and local government agencies, with funds often requiring a local match. Nonprofit recreation and conservation organizations can frequently apply for foundation and corporate grants directly, and community groups sometimes partner with a municipality or use a fiscal sponsor to access government funding.

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