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176 Grants for Sports and Recreation

Discover grants for sports and recreation programs. Funding supports sports leagues, athletic equipment, fitness programs, promotion of physical activities, health and wellness, summer camps, and access to recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities.

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176 grants found

Grants to Alberta Individuals and Nonprofits to Promote Sports and Professional Development in...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $500 and grants of up to $2,000 to Alberta athletes, coaches, sports groups, and nonprofit organizations to promote participation in athletic programs or to host sporting events that will benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 215391

Grants to South Carolina Individuals to Pursue Equestrian Achievements

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to South Carolina individuals in eligible locations to promote equestrian activities. Funding is intended to assist young professional equestrians in establishing the early years of their business and continuing their equestrian education and competition. G...

GrantWatch ID#: 215423

Grants to British Columbia Individuals and Team Members for Youth Sports-Related Projects in E...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to British Columbia individuals and team members for youth sports-related projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for costs related to minor sports such as training camps, equipment, travel costs, skill clinics, and insurance. Eligible projects mu...

GrantWatch ID#: 224357

Grants to Manitoba Charities for Activities that Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Manitoba registered charities for community projects that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for residents in the focus areas of community services, recreation, culture, and education. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 152979

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Environmental Projects and Programs

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for environmental projects and activities in eligible regions. Some applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to support programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 178951

Grants to New York Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to New York nonprofit organizations and for-profit, government agencies, schools, and landowners to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote the area as a place to visit and improve the likelihood of repeat visi...

GrantWatch ID#: 190882

Grants to Minnesota K-12 Girls to Support Participation in Recreational, Sports, and Arts Acti...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Minnesota girls in grades K-12 to foster self-esteem and personal development through a wide range of activities. Funding is intended to support purposes such as leadership, cultural, art, and educational programs; outdoor and wilderness ...

GrantWatch ID#: 192234

Grants to USA Early-Career Equestrian Riders for Professional Development

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to USA early-career equestrian riders for professional development. The purpose of the grant program is to support the development of young riders who have not had experience competing with a senior team. Eligible uses of funds include training, travel, liv...

GrantWatch ID#: 215527

Grants to Wisconsin Qualifying Youth Hockey Players of Color to Support Participation in the S...

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin qualifying youth hockey players of color to support participation in the sport of ice hockey. Funds may be used for registration fees with the applicant's hockey association as well as for equipment. Eligible applicants are first-time skaters w...

GrantWatch ID#: 220966

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals to Support Education and Learning

Deadline: 10/08/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, groups, and individuals to promote education and lifelong learning in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that address academic, athletic, and/or art le...

GrantWatch ID#: 200599

Grants to New York Nonprofits and School Personnel for Educational Enrichment Programming to B...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to New York nonprofit organizations and school personnel for educational enrichment programming to benefit students and teachers in eligible locations. Funding is intended for formal and informal academic, athletic, cultural, and community-r...

GrantWatch ID#: 150228

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits and Public Agencies in Eligible Locations to Promote Healthy Lif...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit organizations, schools, government agencies, groups, and faith-based entities in eligible locations to promote a healthier way of life. Funding is intended for projects that enhance public health, defined as protecting and promoting the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 169492

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits, Teams, and Individuals for Programs that Benefit Youth in Eligib...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to Arizona nonprofit organizations, teams, and individuals for programs that benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to help youth reach their educational, arts-based, athletic, or therapeutic goals through activities and projects. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 179018

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits and Individuals to Enhance Civic Life

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations and individuals to enhance civic life for residents in eligible locations. Special emphasis is placed on programs benefitting underserved populations. Preference will be given to requests to fund the d...

GrantWatch ID#: 179886

Grants to Connecticut Students, School Personnel, Individuals, and Nonprofits in Eligible Area...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Connecticut students, teachers, school administrators and staff members, parents, nonprofits, and community members in eligible areas to enhance the quality of education in a local school. Priority will be given to proposals that rely on ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181208

Grants to USA Individuals to Train for Horse Riding Events

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA individuals to participate in horse riding events. Funding is intended to support the education and development of competitive riders. Grant funds may also be requested for specific travel expenses. The purpose of this program is to educate, inspire,...

GrantWatch ID#: 196783

Grants to Connecticut Teachers, Community Members, and Students in Eligible Areas to Improve A...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut teachers, community members, and students in eligible areas to improve athletic and physical activities for students. Funding is intended to support a wide range of activities, including but not limited to summer camps, transp...

GrantWatch ID#: 214729

Grant to a USA Young Professional Equestrian Rider for Intensive Training Programs

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grant of $5,000 to a USA young professional equestrian rider for expenses related to intensive training programs. Funding is intended to support a rider up to age 25 who is competing at the FEI CC12 level or higher in the eventing sport category. The mission of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 215530

Awards to USA Individuals for Accomplishments in the Equestrian Sport of Eventing

Deadline: 10/15/26

Awards to USA individuals to recognize exceptional contributions to the equestrian sport of eventing. In addition to a $5,000 monetary award, recipients will be honored at an annual convention. The award money is intended to assist recipients in furthering their w...

GrantWatch ID#: 215531

Grant to a USA Professional Equestrian Rider for Financial Assistance to Participate in Elite ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grant of $5,000 to a USA professional equestrian rider for financial assistance. Funding is intended to support riders over the age of 26 who are struggling financially to participate in eventing competitions. Priority is given to riders who compete with horses th...

GrantWatch ID#: 215532

Grants to Utah Individuals and Groups to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Utah individuals and groups to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support a wide range of initiatives, including but not limited to projects of an educational, physical, or environmental ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216946

Grants to USA Individuals to Follow Equestrian Pursuits

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA individuals to follow equestrian pursuits. Funding is intended to support individuals interested in pursuing horsemanship programs, those training to become event coaches, and individuals seeking to qualify as event officials. Eligible applicants are...

GrantWatch ID#: 224308

Grants to Alberta Individuals and Nonprofits to Encourage Women and Girls to Become Leaders in...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $3,000 to Alberta female coaches, sports officials, administrators, and nonprofit organizations to promote leadership skills among women and girls in the sports and recreation sectors. Funding is intended to support girls...

GrantWatch ID#: 211472

Grants to Canada Individuals for Travel, Accommodation, and Relocation Expenses Related to Emp...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Canada individuals for travel, accommodation, and relocation expenses related to employment in the tourism industry in eligible regions. Funding is intended to attract students and recent graduates in tourism and hospitality-related programs from Canadia...

GrantWatch ID#: 223184

Sponsorships to West Virginia Individuals and Teams For Sporting Events and Competitions

Deadline: 11/01/26

Sponsorships to West Virginia individuals and teams in eligible locations to promote tourism and athletic events. Funding is intended to support recreational sports such as skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and other competitions that offer a brand awareness ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178462

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Individuals to Promote Tourism, Arts, and Cul...

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and individuals for events and projects that increase tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist organizations in hosting events that will promote a positive image to potential vis...

GrantWatch ID#: 179108

Grants to Wisconsin Individuals and Nonprofits to Enhance Tourism in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin individuals and nonprofit organizations to enhance tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support events that will positively impact residents and tourists. Priority will be given to new and returning festivals, special projects,...

GrantWatch ID#: 220376

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Fitness Research

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for fitness research. Funding is intended for Master's or Doctoral students conducting research in the area of physical strength and conditioning. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216160

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Research Related to Athletic Performa...

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and international researchers for research related to athletic performance. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for Doctoral students conducting research in t...

GrantWatch ID#: 216161

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Investigators Employed at IHEs, Hospital...

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 11/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early-career researchers employed at IHEs, hospitals, and research institutions for fitness research. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for young researche...

GrantWatch ID#: 216162

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers Employed at IHEs, Hospitals, and Research...

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 11/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators employed at IHEs, hospitals, and research institutions for fitness research projects. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for senior investigators...

GrantWatch ID#: 216163

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Directed Fitness Research

Deadline: 02/15/27 LOI Date: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and international researchers for directed research related to fitness and athletic performance. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full proposal. The purpose of funding is to encourage and suppo...

GrantWatch ID#: 216164

Scholarships to Kansas Students to Address Basic Needs

Deadline: 12/31/26

Scholarships of up to $250 to Kansas students in eligible locations to assist with basic needs. The scholarships are intended to support a variety of needs, including but not limited to items required for participation in extracurricular activities, gym shoes, tex...

GrantWatch ID#: 215976

Grants to USA Children to Help Offset the Cost of Participation in Soccer Leagues

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to USA children to help offset the cost of participation in soccer leagues. Funding is intended for children between the ages of 4 and 14 from low-income households for whom registration costs present a barrier to participation. The purpose of funding is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 225266

Scholarships to Alaska Individuals to Pursue Health and Human Services Degrees

Deadline: 03/02/27 Conference Date: 01/14/27

Scholarships for Alaska individuals in eligible locations to pursue an academic degree in the health and human services fields. Scholarships are intended to support the applicant's commitment to education, improve economic mobility, and promote the health and well...

GrantWatch ID#: 177971

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Hospitals, Families, and Individuals for Activities that Benefit Loc...

Deadline: 01/31/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, hospitals, families, and individuals for activities that benefit local communities. Funding is intended for projects and programs in the areas of recreation, education, medical research, and medical needs. Funds may be used f...

GrantWatch ID#: 217542

Grant to Kansas Youth Baseball Players and Teams to Participate in Organized Leagues

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants to Kansas youth baseball players in eligible locations for financial assistance to participate in organized leagues. Funding is intended for applicants who would otherwise be unable to participate due to financial limitations. Eligible applicants are locate...

GrantWatch ID#: 171557

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Military Members and Veterans for Standardized Testin...

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International military members and veterans for standardized testing and preparation course expenses. Funding is intended for current or retired members of the military and veterans. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to sub...

GrantWatch ID#: 215862

In-Kind Support to USA High School Employees for Sports Equipment

Deadline: 02/15/27

In-kind support to USA high school employees for sports training equipment. The purpose of funding is to provide high-performance athletic equipment to high school students for strength training. Funding is intended to enhance student-athlete training and produce ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216165

Grants to USA Weightlifters and Weightlifting Coaches for Professional Development

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants to USA weightlifters and weightlifting coaches for professional development opportunities. Funding is intended for education advancement courses that lead to certification. The purpose of funding is to encourage and enable the attainment of continuing educa...

GrantWatch ID#: 216166

In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Fitness Professionals for Professional Devel...

Deadline: 02/15/27

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International fitness professionals for professional development. The purpose of funding is to enable and encourage talented fitness professionals to enter the fitness industry. The chosen applicant will receive a variety of pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 216167

Grant to a USA Law Enforcement Officer to Purchase Strength Training Equipment

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA law enforcement officer to purchase strength training equipment. Funding is intended to provide a law enforcement officer with the tools needed to improve their health and safety through enhanced physical training, including strength...

GrantWatch ID#: 217384

Scholarships to USA and Canada High School and College Students for Training and Education Rel...

Deadline: 03/15/27

Scholarships to USA and Canada high school and college students for training and education to pursue careers in the dude ranch industry. Funding is intended for studies in a wide range of fields that have relevance to the industry. Scholarship recipients must comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 221336

Grants to Massachusetts and New York Women for Educational, Athletic, Health-Related Expenses

Deadline: 03/15/27

Grants of up to $1,200 to Massachusetts and New York women for educational, athletic, or health related expenses. Funding is intended to help cover a range of costs associated with personal development and well-being, including travel expenses, necessary equipment...

GrantWatch ID#: 225902

Travel Vouchers to British Columbia Sports Nonprofits and Athletes

Deadline: 03/31/27

In-kind grants of transportation vouchers to British Columbia nonprofit sports organizations and individual athletes to travel to sports events. Funding is intended to assist youth with travel to international sports events, national championships, Western Canadia...

GrantWatch ID#: 157250

Grants to USA Military Service Members and their Dependents to Receive Equestrian Training

Deadline: 05/15/27

Grants of $1,000 to USA current and former military service members and their family members to receive equestrian training. Funding is intended to provide beneficiaries with dressage educational experiences that are outside the rider's typical training plan. Exam...

GrantWatch ID#: 208121

Award to a Nova Scotia Teacher, Supervisor, or Administrator to Recognize Contributions to the...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Award to a Nova Scotia health and physical education teacher, supervisor, or administrator to recognize outstanding contributions to the development of physical and health education. Eligible nominees are individuals who have demonstrated leadership on multiple le...

GrantWatch ID#: 158397

Awards to Nova Scotia Teachers for Excellence in the Fields of Health and Physical Education

Deadline: 06/01/27

Awards to Nova Scotia young teachers to recognize exceptional contributions to the fields of physical education and health education. Awards are intended to honor individual PE and health teachers, up to the age of 34, who demonstrate excellence and exemplify outs...

GrantWatch ID#: 192466

Awards to Nova Scotia Teachers in Recognition of Exceptional Physical Education Instruction

Deadline: 06/01/27

Awards to Nova Scotia teachers in eligible school boards in recognition of exceptional physical education instruction. The award is open to teachers in elementary, middle school, and secondary school. The purpose of the award is to honor teachers who have instille...

GrantWatch ID#: 220550

Grants to Colorado Qualifying Young Girl Hockey Players to Support Participation in the Sport ...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to Colorado qualifying young girls to support participation in the sport of hockey. Funding is intended to assist girl hockey players ages 7-10 of Hispanic heritage with hockey association membership and registration fees. The purpose of the program is to m...

GrantWatch ID#: 220964