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1,147 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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1,147 grants found

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Enhance Youth and Educational Programming

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of $5,000 to Florida nonprofit community-based organizations to enhance youth and educational programming in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support general operations and specific programs. The grant program supports projects and activities that ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173868

Grants to Nevada Organizations to Promote Local Tourist Attractions and Events

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Nevada organizations in eligible locations to promote and advertise local tourism opportunities. Funding is intended for requests that demonstrate the potential to benefit the tourism industry, increase the use of local lodging facilities, generate dolla...

GrantWatch ID#: 180849

Grants to Illinois Local Governments and Transportation and Park Districts for Public Recreati...

Deadline: 05/29/26

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 to enhance and update local parks, as well as pedestrian and bicycle i...

GrantWatch ID#: 189068

Grants to Minnesota Municipalities, Tribal Governments, Nonprofits, and Government Entities to...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota municipalities, nonprofit organizations, tribal governments, and government entities to improve and enhance local trails within eligible regions. The purpose of funding is to assist in the construction, design, and engineering of the trails. Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 191233

Grants to Indiana Organizations to Promote Tourism in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana organizations for hosting and promoting events and activities with tourism potential in eligible locations. Funding is intended to sponsor events that attract visitors, enhance economic development, and increase overnight hotel-m...

GrantWatch ID#: 195345

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Land Restoration Projects

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, local governments, and tribal government entities for land restoration projects in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a pre-application to determine eligibility prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197260

Sponsorships to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Local Events in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 05/29/26

Sponsorships to California nonprofit organizations and government agencies to promote local events in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to educate the public about the importance of maritime commerce, advance international trade, and provide recreati...

GrantWatch ID#: 217166

Grants to New York Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for services and activities that are open to the general public. Grants are available for specific projects or initiatives in the areas of hea...

GrantWatch ID#: 218521

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, Landowners, IHEs, and Tribes to Reduce In...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government agencies, park and recreation departments, businesses, landowners, IHEs, and tribes to reduce interactions with the bear population. Funding is intended for projects and activities that help reduce conflicts b...

GrantWatch ID#: 220780

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Massachusetts government agencies, school districts, individuals, nonprofit organizations, and for-profit entities for environmental projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for cleanup activities, natural resource damage assessment, and resto...

GrantWatch ID#: 228587

Grants to New Brunswick Nonprofits, First Nations, and Agencies to Support Inclusion in Athlet...

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to New Brunswick nonprofit organizations, First Nations, and municipalities for physical activity programs that promote inclusion. Funding is intended to support improvements to facilities to increase inclusion and access in recreation and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177513

Financial Assistance to British Columbia Families to Help Children Participate in Cultural Eve...

Deadline: 05/30/26

Financial assistance of up to $500 to British Columbia families in eligible locations to help children participate in cultural events. Funding is intended to cover the cost of events, programs, and workshops. Families experiencing financial difficulties can apply ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202010

Grant to a Colorado High School to Promote Wrestling Programs

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grant of $5,000 to a Colorado public high school to promote wrestling programs. Funding is intended for expenses beyond the school's standard program budget and that specifically benefit youth in the program. Examples include new equipment, expenses to cover trave...

GrantWatch ID#: 218513

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits and Agencies in Eligible Locations for Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 05/30/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 220166

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Programs and Activities that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that meet the needs of residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to cover a variety of costs, including, but not limited to, project support, capacity building, technology, and equ...

GrantWatch ID#: 142624

Grants to Pennsylvania For-Profits, Agencies, IHEs, and Nonprofits for the Development of Outd...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Pennsylvania for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and watershed and nonprofit organizations for projects to enhance outdoor spaces, leisure areas, and pathways throughout the state. Funding is intended for the development and rehabilitation of parks, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 142696

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Bicycle Infrastructure and Routes

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, government entities, transit agencies, and planning organizations to improve bicycle infrastructure, routes, and accessibility. Funding is intended for a variety of activities, including design projects, bikeway infrastr...

GrantWatch ID#: 143486

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits and Communities for Youth Sports Programs

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations and communities for sports and recreation programs for youth. Funding is intended to allow greater participation in sports activities and development opportunities for Indigenous youth. The majority of...

GrantWatch ID#: 153554

Grants to New York Nonprofits for Community Services and Green Space Improvement

Deadline: 08/31/26 LOI Date: 05/31/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for community services and green space improvement in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs that strengthen families, enhance public green spaces, and provide assistance to children and senior adults...

GrantWatch ID#: 168635

Grants to North Dakota Agencies and Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations to Benefit Local R...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to North Dakota government agencies and nonprofit and faith-based organizations for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding requests in support of large-scale community projects are welcomed and encouraged. Projects must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180501

Grants to Utah Nonprofits, Businesses, and Individuals for Marketing Expenses to Promote Touri...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Utah event organizations or sponsoring organizations for event marketing support in eligible locations. Funding is intended to cover advertising and promotional costs that increase awareness of special events, attract visitors from outside the county, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 181518

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Youth and Improve the Local Quality of L...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects and programs benefiting youth and the greater community. Funding is intended for projects that align with one of two program areas: improving the delivery of services and the quality of li...

GrantWatch ID#: 186423

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits to Benefit Youth, Seniors, and Marginalized Populations

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for community-based programs that benefit youth, seniors, and marginalized populations. Funding is intended for activities that address social isolation and promote a sense of belonging. Eligible progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 210654

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK Nonprofits for Programs that Help Local Communities

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK nonprofit organizations for programs that help local communities. Funding is intended for a variety of activities that expand equitable access to STEM learning, enhance community green spaces and nature, and support efforts to reduce ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212008

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits for Special Events that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Alberta nonprofit organizations to develop or maintain community events. Funding is intended to organize and deliver events that improve the local quality of life, contribute to the culture of the community, create affordable entertainmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 213019

Grants to Ontario Organizations to Support Children and Youth Sports

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Ontario organizations to support children and youth sports in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support groups seeking to become compliant with local guidelines. Grants may also be used to develop coaching or mentoring, and increase the ability ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224555

Award to an Ontario Full-Time Student to Support Their Pursuit of Health or Physical Education...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Award to an Ontario full-time student to support their pursuit of physical health or physical education studies at an eligible university or college. Funding is intended to assist a student in need in attaining their higher education goals. Applicants must be loca...

GrantWatch ID#: 227093

Grant to a Georgia Nonprofit, EMS Provider, or School to Equip a Fitness Facility

Deadline: 05/31/26

In-kind grant of athletic equipment to a Georgia nonprofit organization, first responder, or public high school to outfit a fitness facility. The grant is intended to support community-focused fitness spaces that inspire movement, connection, and positive change. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228160

Grants to Vermont Nonprofits to Enhance Recreational Activities

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $750 to Vermont nonprofit organizations for recreational activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a variety of recreation-related programs and projects. Grants can be used to support equipment, recreation program scholarships, spec...

GrantWatch ID#: 228634

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support programs and activities within the focus areas of arts and culture, community and economic development, environment, educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 132187

Grants to California Organizations, Schools, Property Owners, and Agencies for Projects to Imp...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to California organizations, schools, property owners, and agencies in eligible regions to improve air quality. Funding is intended for low-cost projects that will result in reduced truck and car vehicle emissions, or result in a reduction i...

GrantWatch ID#: 148635

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Recreational Activities for Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA nonprofit organizations for recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. Eligible expenses include registration fees, equipment, facilities, and housing. Priority will be given to programs that serve low-income or economic...

GrantWatch ID#: 153362

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, agencies, and educational institutions in eligible locations for projects to benefit local residents. Areas of focus include education; arts, culture, and humanities; health and human services; recreation and the environment...

GrantWatch ID#: 154470

Grants to Minnesota and South Dakota Organizations and Groups for Projects that Benefit Local ...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Minnesota and South Dakota organizations and groups for community betterment activities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects and events such as town festivals, community gardens, park upgrades, and other activiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 157778

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Community Programs and Capital Projects

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for community programs and capital projects that meet the needs of local residents. Priority is given to projects that foster the development of responsible young people in the community. Eligible organiza...

GrantWatch ID#: 158321

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

Deadline: 06/01/26

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

Grants to Wisconsin Public and Private Agencies and Marinas for Leisure Boat Facilities

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin public and private agencies, marinas, and other facilities to build, rehabilitate, or maintain boating facilities for leisure boats requiring short-term docking accommodations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Applicants m...

GrantWatch ID#: 159668

Grants to Wisconsin Agencies and Lake Associations for Boating Facility Improvements

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin government units, tribal entities, and qualified lake associations for boating facility improvements. Applicants must contact the funding source before applying. Funding is intended for construction projects, aquatic plant harvesting equipment,...

GrantWatch ID#: 164651

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Host Large Events

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Saskatchewan registered nonprofit groups and organizations in eligible locations to host large events. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for a broad range of events that be...

GrantWatch ID#: 165117

Grants and In-Kind Resources to Michigan Schools for Health Programs

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants and in-kind resources to Michigan K-12 public, private, and charter schools for programs to enhance health and wellness for students and staff. Funding is intended to support initiatives that foster a healthy environment in schools, including increasing phy...

GrantWatch ID#: 168918

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations and registered charities to benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life by supporting programs in a range of focus areas, including educational, cultural, environmental, heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 173519

Grants to North Carolina Neighborhood Organizations to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to North Carolina neighborhood organizations for projects and programs to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Applicants must attend or review a workshop presentation before applying. Funding is intended for a range of initiativ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175199

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Schools to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit charitable and educational organizations and schools to respond to community needs. Focus areas include arts and culture, environment, education and youth, health care, social services, and public safety. Requests for operational sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 176262

Grants and Loans to Wyoming Local Agencies and Tribes for Economic Development

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants and loans to Wyoming local government agencies and tribes to benefit local businesses and spur economic growth. Funding is intended to support infrastructure development including roads, water, airport, sewer, industrial sites, business districts, recreatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 176710

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits in Eligible Areas to Address Community Needs and Improve the Loc...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for projects to address community needs and improve the local quality of life. Funding is generally intended for projects in the areas of arts and culture, community development, education, environment, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178235

Grants to British Columbia Registered Charities for Projects that Benefit Residents

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to British Columbia registered charities to benefit residents in eligible locations. Focus areas include health, housing, and social development; environmental sustainability; sports and recreation; youth programming; music and performing arts; and current ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181022

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Equipment and Activities for Individu...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies to benefit residents with developmental disabilities. Applicants must send a description of the project before being invited to apply. Funding is intended for equipment, activities, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181395

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Cultural Tourism Activities

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations and government agencies for cultural heritage projects and events that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended for non-capital projects, as well as to support general operations and pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 184896

Grants to New York Local Agencies to Improve Recreational Winter Sports Trails

Deadline: 09/01/26 LOI Date: 06/01/26

Grants to New York local agencies to create, modify, or improve trails for recreational winter sports. Applicants are required to go through an approval process prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for projects that promote tourism, improve ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189912

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

Deadline: 06/01/26

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