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Grants to Maryland local governments to improve outdoor recreational facilities and green space systems. Funding is intended to support capital projects to develop, enhance, or expand parks, green spaces, trails, playgrounds, and water recreation facilities in tow...

Grants to Oregon nonprofit and faith-based organizations and community and neighborhood groups for events and programs that promote inclusion in parks systems in eligible areas. Applicants must be run by and for BIPOC communities. Funding is intended to allow resi...

Grants of up to $30,000 to California nonprofit organizations, Tribes, and government agencies to increase accessibility to state parks. Applicants are required to consult state park staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to make parks more ...

Grants to New York government agencies and nonprofit organizations for capital projects related to parks, sites of historical significance, and designated heritage areas. Nonprofit applicants must complete pre-qualification requirements prior to applying. Funding ...

Grants to Texas local government agencies including counties, cities, municipal utility districts, river authorities, and other special districts to acquire and develop recreation areas and facilities. Funds may be requested to support indoor and outdoor recreatio...

Grants to South Carolina local government agencies to enhance and expand public parks and facilities. Funding is intended for planning and developing new recreational projects, and to support the renovation of existing parks and facilities. Grants must be used for...

In-kind grants to USA municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in multiple states to support the development of new playgrounds. The purpose of this program is to serve low-income communities that do not have a playspace or need to replace an unsafe...

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools for trips that expose children and youth to nature, history, and outdoor recreation opportunities. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations and must prequalify prior to submit...

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and community groups to improve and develop parks and recreational facilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance existing facilities, acquire land to develop new facilities, and provide more adequ...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alberta nonprofit educational institutions, clubs, and groups in eligible locations to cover the costs of landscape architectural drawings. Funding is intended to aid in the development of area parks, pathways, open spaces, and natural ar...

Grants to Nebraska local villages, cities, tribes, public power districts, and natural resource districts to acquire, develop, and renovate outdoor public recreation facilities. Applicants are required to hold a public meeting prior to submitting an application. E...

Grants to USA and territories lead agencies for recreational initiatives near military bases. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Eligible projects must be in an eligible area and include a land acquisition component. Examples of eligible areas...

Grants to Washington artists, community-based groups, and neighborhood arts councils in eligible locations to support arts and cultural events and festivals held in local parks. Funding is intended to activate parks located in economically distressed and disadvant...

Grants to New York City organizations to maintain and enhance outdoor recreational areas. Funding may be used for programs related to arts and culture, environmental action, health and wellness, open space stewardship, organizational development, and youth develop...

Grants to Vermont municipal entities, including park, fire, and school districts and government agencies, to provide state residents with outdoor recreational facilities. Funding is intended for projects to acquire lands and to develop and improve existing parks a...

Grants to Kansas municipal, county, and state government agencies, tribal entities, public schools, and institutions of higher education to create and develop publicly accessible outdoor recreational areas. Funding is intended for site acquisition, site developmen...

Grants to Alaska nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, government agencies, faith-based entities, and service organizations to enhance recreational trails and parks in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects that improve and expand ...

Grants to Georgia government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and recreation authorities for environmental preservation projects. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to protect lands that are ...

Grants of up to $5,000 are available to Texas community groups and individuals for small-scale projects that enhance parks in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for community-initiated park improvement pr...

Grants and loans to Virginia businesses and industrial development authorities in eligible locations for capital projects, such as land acquisition, construction, and equipment. Funding is also provided to assist with the development and infrastructure of industr...

Grants to Maryland homeowner associations, community service entities, athletic associations, and recreation councils to enhance recreational facilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve existing recreation amenities, add amenities, or construc...

Grants to USA and Armenia nonprofit organizations, foundations, government agencies, and charities for projects to benefit Armenian communities. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz prior to submitting an application. Funding for this round is for parks an...

Grants to North Carolina and Virginia nonprofit organizations for projects and activities to promote health in eligible regions. Eligible projects include the improvement of walking trails, playgrounds and parks; and farmers markets, community gardens, healthy cor...

Grants to North Dakota government agencies, Tribal governments, school districts, and park districts for projects in outdoor recreation. Funding is intended for the improvement and creation of outdoor recreation facilities such as accessible facilities, swimming f...

Grants to Wisconsin organizations in eligible locations for innovative projects that have a positive impact on enriching life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to secure and broaden resources for parks and recreation amenities and facilities. Eligible act...

Grants to Texas community groups and neighborhood associations for projects that improve parks in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for amenities and physical improvements to parks, including trails, pic...

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations to promote the arts and preserve parks in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life through support of the ...

Grants to Illinois government agencies, transportation and park districts, nonprofit organizations, and IHEs for projects to develop recreational areas and facilities in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support the acquisition and enhancement of publicly ...

Grants to Kentucky K-12 schools for field trips to eligible historic sites and parks within the State. Funding is intended to encourage children to connect with the State’s natural resources through authentic learning experiences. Funding may be used for field t...

Grants of up to $30,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and registered First Nations bands for projects that improve the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended to develop, create, restore, or upgrade co...

Grants to Arkansas municipalities and unincorporated communities with small populations to develop outdoor recreational facilities. Funding is intended for the construction and installation of new facilities and for major renovations of existing facilities that ar...

Grants to Illinois local government agencies, such as park districts and municipalities, to purchase and develop land for recreational purposes. Applicants must pre-qualify in the online system before applying. Funding is intended for costs associated with develop...

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations and First Nations and Métis Settlements for capital projects. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to encourage local economic growth and to enhan...

Grants to Utah nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies to improve new and existing public recreational facilities in eligible locations. Qualifying facilities include parks, campgrounds, docks, gymnasiums, golf courses, swimming pools, trail systems, ath...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, clubs, and societies for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an additional preliminary application before submitting a full proposal. Fu...

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies for the maintenance and operation of park and recreation facilities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for local residents by improving the park system. Eli...

Grants of up to $25,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and government agencies to promote the overall well-being of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to encourage physical activity and help to prevent disease. The goal of the grant prog...

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for projects to enhance local parkland in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Eligible projects include but are not limited to trail construction, food systems, p...

Grants of up to $40,000 to Nova Scotia nonprofit community-based organizations in eligible areas for capital projects involving outdoor recreational facilities for public use. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for facilitie...

In-kind support to Alberta nonprofit organizations to assist with community projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to help community-led organizations with the administrative aspects of their volunteer projects. Eligible projects include community recre...

Grants to Colorado organizations for environmental initiatives. Funding is intended to support environmental restoration and wildlife habitat conservation. Applicants must propose projects involving permanent conservation easements. Priority will be given to proje...

Grants to Arkansas municipalities and county governments to create and develop outdoor recreation facilities for public use. Funding is intended for project development, land acquisition, or a combination of both types of activities. Eligible types of facilities i...

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, civic groups, and sports organizations to enhance and upgrade public recreational spaces in eligible locations. Funding is intended for improvements to trails, parks, open spaces, and recreational facilities. Indoor an...

Grants of up to $75,000 to Alaska government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and tribes for maritime heritage activities. Funding is intended to support initiatives related to the preservation of historically significant maritime properties. Eligible proposals ...

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and charities to offset facility rental fees for community events and meetings in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities and projects that benefit the community and support recreational activities at...

Grants to New York City nonprofit organizations for capital projects and capacity-building initiatives. Areas of focus include education, arts and culture, parks and outdoor spaces, and strengthening the nonprofit sector. Funding is intended to support a wide rang...

In-kind professional support to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, government agencies, and community groups for recreation and conservation projects throughout the country. Applicants must contact the appropriate regional office before submittin...

Grants to Ontario nonprofit community organizations and associations, clubs, and sports organizations to improve parks and recreational facilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for large capital projects to expand, renovate, or develop new facilities....

Grants of up to $1,000 to Arkansas teachers for field trips for K-12 students. Applicants must contact the park interpreter to schedule a visit prior to applying. Grant funds may be used for costs associated with bringing students on a trip to one of Arkansas’ s...

Grants of up to $40,000 to Illinois local government agencies and transportation and park districts for the development of public recreational projects in eligible counties. Funding is intended for planning activities that will facilitate the enhancement of local ...

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and schools to offset the cost of transportation to swimming lessons for pre-K through 12 students. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations and must prequalify prior to submitting an app...

Grants to Maryland organizations for major enhancements to public spaces in eligible areas. Funds can be used for expenses beyond what the municipality offers, supporting programming, capital, and maintenance costs in parks and public areas. The goal of this effor...

Grants to New Jersey municipalities in eligible regions to acquire additional land for public use. The purpose of funding is to preserve historic sites, enlarge public park areas, and open additional locations for the public to enjoy. Eligible applicants are locat...

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible locations for programs that address critical needs of local communities. Funding is intended to support activities that are offered by organizations with limited access to other fun...

Grants of up to $10,000 to Texas neighborhood groups and associations for community benefit projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for initiatives that improve and add beauty to neighborhoods and encourage self-management, self‐help, and community pri...

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that benefit local communities in eligible counties. Funding is intended for activities that include, but are not limited to, projects addressing shelter needs, special needs in nu...

Grants of $50,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, community groups, school councils, and municipalities for new amenities and facilities that promote community health and wellness. Funding is intended to support public spaces that promote active living. Progra...

Grants of up to $15,000 to California nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for general operating support. Priority is given to activities providing greater access to people who are underserved and economically disadvantaged. Eligible organizations are those...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for projects and programs to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support local programs that help low to moderate-income individuals and families in local communities. The Fou...

Grants to North Dakota government agencies and nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for initiatives to improve the quality of life for local residents. Higher priority will be given to support programs and projects that will impact a large number of county ...

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible regions for projects and programs that meet the needs of residents. Funding is intended for a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to outdoor recreation, beautificat...

Grants to North Dakota nonprofit organizations and government agencies to benefit communities in eligible locations. Eligible projects include but are not limited to shelter needs, new playgrounds, school technology, food pantries, tree planting in parks, county p...

Grants of up to $35,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, schools, and churches for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that support conservation efforts, preserve local heritage, promote re...

Grants to Massachusetts organizations and individuals to enhance communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects related to open spaces, historic preservation, community housing, and recreation. Eligible activities and programs benefit the resi...

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations for community programs. Eligible programs may align with one of the following areas of focus: literacy, science, education, the arts, and animal cruelty prevention. Requests for capital support of playgrounds and public p...

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico nonprofit organizations, municipalities, social enterprises, and Indigenous groups for activities to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the...

Grants to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations to enhance local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and services in the areas of education, health and human services, arts and humanities, and communi...

Grant to a Georgia nonprofit organization or government agency in eligible locations for recreational facilities. Funding is intended for supplies, equipment purchases, and program support for playgrounds, small parks, and other recreational centers. Preference is...

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for projects and activities that benefit local communities. Funding is intended for a range of programs that improve the local quality of life and enhance playgrounds, parks, and schools. Eligible propos...

Grants to Minnesota government agencies for the enhancement and expansion of recreational trails and parks. Funding is intended to support restoration and development projects as well as related land acquisition to improve existing trails and parks, trail systems,...

Grants to Missouri government agencies and tribal entities to create outdoor recreational spaces to benefit residents. Funding is intended for the development of recreational spaces in areas where there are very few or none. The grant program seeks to enable urban...

Grants to USA nonprofit community organizations and schools to build or renovate indoor and outdoor sports facilities. Funding is intended to support youth recreational activities by providing safer and more accessible spaces for organized sports. Special consider...

Grants to California nonprofit and for-profit organizations and government agencies to reduce the amount of sewage emitted from boats in coastal waterways in eligible regions. Funding is intended for outreach activities, programs to inform boaters about correct wa...

Grants and in-kind assistance to Yukon nonprofit and community organizations in eligible locations to support events and celebrations. Consideration will be given to organizations that promote environmentally friendly and active transportation (bus, carpool, bikin...

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and government agencies for capital improvements and beautification projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for outdoor enhancement projects such as sculptural and architectural works, monuments, parks, b...

Grants to Alaska nonprofit organizations for recreational activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for scholarships, program expansion, or one-time seed funding. The goal of the program is to provide residents with opportuniti...

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and groups in eligible areas to develop and expand cultural and recreational services. Funding is intended to support new programs, the expansion of current programs, new or expanded special events, special projec...

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations and community groups for capital improvements to recreational facilities in eligible communities. The purpose of the program is to ensure that cultural and recreational facilities are available to local residents and visit...

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit community organizations to support sports, recreational, and cultural programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enable volunteer-based groups to address the needs of local residents. Proposals will be accepted for p...

Grants to New Mexico nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, schools, school districts, academic institutions, conservation districts, and land grant associations to improve outdoor recreational infrastructure. Funding is intended f...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit community organizations for sports, recreation, and cultural events and projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support local, volunteer-run organizations and to assist in the implementation of communit...

Grants to South Dakota local government agencies to improve economic growth and community access. Funding is intended for the expansion and construction of infrastructure and roads. Program areas include road access in small communities, agricultural business expa...

Grants to California low-income communities, public housing developments, mobile home parks, and farmworker housing facilities to install free broadband networks. Funding is intended for infrastructure and extension projects. Eligible uses of funds include install...

Grants to Maine municipalities to develop, maintain, and improve trails for recreational vehicles. Funding may be used for trail development and improvement costs. Funding is intended to create and preserve trails for all-terrain vehicles. Recipient towns may cont...

Grants of up to $2,000 to New York nonprofit organizations, community groups, and neighborhood associations in eligible locations for community improvement projects. Funding is intended for activities that enhance local outdoor areas, recreation centers, and parks...

Grants of up to $2,500 to Illinois nonprofit and public organizations for events and programs to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support virtual and in-person events involving physical activity, such as biking, walking, hiking, ...

Grants to Alaska associations, corporations, and individuals in eligible regions to encourage youth participation in advanced-level competitions. Funding is intended to defray unanticipated costs for events, travel, or purchases. Eligible individuals and programs ...

Grants and in-kind assistance to USA nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies to create skateboard parks in disadvantaged communities. Funding is intended to support the design, development, and construction of new facilities and parks that are safe, free...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado neighborhood groups for community-based projects that improve parks in underserved areas in eligible regions. Applicants must schedule a meeting with program staff prior to applying. The purpose of funding is to enhance neighborh...

Grants of up to $2,000 to California nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and schools to cover transportation costs for group trips to local parks and cultural education destinations. Priority will be given to applicants who provide estimated numbers and demo...

In-kind grants to Georgia youth baseball and softball programs in eligible locations to improve parks and playing fields. The program is intended to provide local parks and recreation centers, schools, and youth organizations with field improvements and equipment ...

Opportunity for New Jersey landowners to sell or donate their property to the state. Eligible applicants include individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and municipal, county, and state governments. The purpose of the program is to facilitate sales for a...

Grants to Nebraska and Iowa nonprofit organizations and municipalities for capital projects to benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that improve public gathering places, including libraries, parks, community centers, and trails...

In-kind grants of trees to Louisiana and Texas nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, IHEs, and schools for environmental stewardship projects. The program is intended to benefit the environment by protecting wildlife habitats, beautifying neighborhoods, ...

Grants to New York for-profit businesses, nonprofit corporations, agencies, research and academic institutions, development and public benefit corporations, technology parks, community facilities, and tourist attractions for capital projects. The goal of the progr...

Grants and in-kind support to Illinois qualifying communities to expand urban forests in local communities. In addition to funds to purchase trees, participating communities will receive support in planning, program implementation, and developing or updating manag...

Grants of up to $6,000 to California nonprofit and faith-based organizations and public programs, including schools and parks, to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support new programs, projects, construction and pre-development cos...

Grants to Arkansas qualifying towns, cities, and communities in rural areas for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended to improve local fire protection and emergency services and to support the construction and renovation of public buildings, community ...

Grants of up to $50,000 per year to New York City nonprofit organizations for activities to improve outdoor spaces for the benefit of local residents. Funding is intended to support a wide range of projects and programs to manage, enhance, and advocate for open sp...

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and municipal government agencies in eligible regions to support local cultural and historical programming. Funding is intended for specific arts-related or history-related projects or for operating and...