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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 Pennsylvania Individuals with Disabilities for Services and Support When All Other A...

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants to Pennsylvania individuals with disabilities for services and support when all other avenues have been exhausted. Applicants are required to register with the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to aid individuals with ph...

GrantWatch ID#: 225472

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Groups to Promote Tourism in Eligible ...

Deadline: 07/02/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, individuals, and businesses for programs that promote tourism and strengthen economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve access to and participation in events, tournaments, and spor...

GrantWatch ID#: 217208

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, Including Schools, Fire Departments, and Agricultural Societie...

Deadline: 07/02/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, including schools, fire departments, and agricultural societies, for projects and programs to address community needs in eligible regions. Priority areas of focus include disaster relief, environment, economic developme...

GrantWatch ID#: 225949

Grants to Alberta Organizations to Promote Sports Events

Deadline: 07/02/26

Grants of $1,000 and grants of $5,000 to Alberta organizations to promote sports events in eligible regions. The purpose of funding is to attract tourists to sporting events. Eligible uses of funds include marketing, facility rentals, security, and operating expen...

GrantWatch ID#: 228795

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits in Eligible Communities for Projects and Programs to Benefit Residen...

Deadline: 07/03/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations in eligible communities for projects and programs to benefit local residents. Priority will be given to programs that fall into one of the following categories: community development and relationship building; social awarenes...

GrantWatch ID#: 197500

Grants to Indiana Organizations and Groups for Community Benefit Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana organizations and groups for projects and activities that benefit eligible communities. Previous grant recipients include animal welfare groups, schools, organizations benefiting seniors, fire departments, and sports teams. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180298

Grants to Ontario Charities in Eligible Regions for Capacity Building and Community Projects

Deadline: 07/13/26 Conference Date: 07/06/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Ontario charities in eligible locations for projects that build organizational capacity and address community issues. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for small, time-sensi...

GrantWatch ID#: 172536

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribal Governments to Promote Alternative Modes o...

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 07/08/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, local government entities, transportation authorities, public land agencies, and tribal governments to promote alternative modes of transportation. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intend...

GrantWatch ID#: 200975

Grants to New Jersey Municipalities in Eligible Regions for Land Development Projects

Deadline: 07/09/26

Grants to New Jersey municipalities in eligible locations for land development projects. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to improve public park areas, preserve historic resources, and provide access to local r...

GrantWatch ID#: 146436

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Improve Recreational Programming for I...

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, public and private schools, and eligible government agencies and municipalities to improve recreational programming for individuals with disabilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 172344

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/09/26 LOI Date: 07/10/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for services that benefit residents in eligible communities. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a letter of intent before applying. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of health, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 179262

Grants to Florida Organizations for Sports Events that Promote Tourism and Economic Developmen...

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants to Florida organizations for sports events to foster tourism and economic development in eligible locations. Funding is intended for program-related expenses such as production, site fees, marketing, and travel for public events that attract visitors and re...

GrantWatch ID#: 185897

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits, Tribes, Schools, and Faith-Based Entities to Support Outdoor Camps

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based entities, and tribal entities to assist outdoor camps serving youth. Funding is intended for residential camps that have improvement and maintenance needs. Preference is given to applicants that reflec...

GrantWatch ID#: 207364

Grants to Ohio Entities for Inclusive K-12 Programs for Students with Disabilities

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants of $76,000 to Ohio entities for inclusive K-12 programs for students with disabilities. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for athletic programs that allow for the meaningful participation of students with developmen...

GrantWatch ID#: 228986

Grants to Ohio Entities for Self-Defense Programs for Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants to Ohio entities for self-defense programs for individuals with disabilities. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for inclusive self-defense programs that are designed for individuals with developmental and intellectu...

GrantWatch ID#: 228987

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Organizations to Increase Community Capacity...

Deadline: 07/13/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, academic institutions, sports organizations, and Tribal entities for sports events that promote tourism and improve local economies in the region. First-time applicants must set up an account before applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 169285

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Recreation and Conservation Land Acquisition

Deadline: 07/13/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations and conservation districts for land acquisition projects. Funding is intended for activities and projects that promote conservation efforts and expand outdoor recreational opportunities. Eligible projects fall into o...

GrantWatch ID#: 172330

Grants to Virginia Organizations for Athletic Events That Increase Tourism

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Virginia organizations for athletic events that promote tourism in eligible areas. Funding is intended for sports programs, such as competitions, tournaments, exhibitions, and events. The grant program seeks to promote and grow new sport...

GrantWatch ID#: 149274

Grants to Wisconsin Agencies, Tribes, Clubs, and IHEs to Build and Expand Shooting Range Facil...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Wisconsin government agencies, tribal entities, clubs, organizations, academic institutions, and school districts to improve shooting ranges that are open for public use. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for cost...

GrantWatch ID#: 151976

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Organizations for Initiatives to Foster Local Tourism

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and community-based organizations in eligible communities for projects and events that draw tourists from outside of the immediate area. Applicants must meet with staff prior to submitting an application to en...

GrantWatch ID#: 175516

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Programs to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies in eligible locations to benefit local communities. Interested applicants must contact a Foundation staff member prior to applying. Funding is intended f...

GrantWatch ID#: 179498

Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for PreK-12 Health and Nutrition Programs

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for programs that promote healthy nutrition and physical activity for PreK-12 students. Funding is intended for programs that help to reduce obesity and encourage healthy hab...

GrantWatch ID#: 180833

Grants to South Dakota Nonprofits and Agencies for Transportation-Related Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 07/15/26

Grants to South Dakota nonprofit organizations, municipalities, government agencies, educational institutions, and tribal governments for transportation-related projects. Applicants are required to submit a letter of intent and complete a mandatory meeting with pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 181534

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools in Eligible Locations to Benefit Local Com...

Deadline: 09/01/26 LOI Date: 07/15/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, agencies, and schools in eligible locations to benefit local communities. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a preliminary application prior to applying. Focus areas include arts, culture, and humanities; ed...

GrantWatch ID#: 181815

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Philanthropic Causes

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit residents of local communities. Funding interest areas include basic needs, recreation, education, and quality of life improvements. Grant funds are intended to support worthy ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181820

Grants to Saskatchewan Charitable Organizations, Nonprofits, and Tribes for Activities to Bene...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Saskatchewan charitable organizations, nonprofits, and tribes in eligible locations for a wide range of initiatives to benefit local communities. Funding is intended for projects, programs, and community events in areas that include, but are not limited ...

GrantWatch ID#: 186100

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Nonprofits for Community Programs

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, governmental units, and educational nonprofits for a broad range of community programs in eligible regions. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding areas of inter...

GrantWatch ID#: 196439

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Promote Health and Wellness

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that promote health and wellness in eligible communities. Focus areas include nutrition and physical activity for children, increasing access to healthcare, and assisting needy residents. Programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 217923

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, IHEs, and Faith-Based Entities to Enhance Loca...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of $5,000 and $10,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, K-12 schools, IHEs, and faith-based entities for community betterment programs. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of education, public safety, quality of life, h...

GrantWatch ID#: 218270

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and academic institutions for projects that benefit the community in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support initiatives in a wide range of focus areas, including bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 218493

Grants to Missouri Agencies and Nonprofits to Promote Health and Well-Being in Eligible Commun...

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to Missouri units of government and public charities for educational and charitable initiatives that promote health and well-being for residents in eligible communities. Funding may be used for program support, capital projects, and capacity building. Grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 180371

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Host or Enhance Athletic Events

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations to host or improve athletic events throughout the state. Funding is intended to encourage communities to attract and support sporting events that will positively impact the economy through participant spen...

GrantWatch ID#: 191887

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Projects to Enhance the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects in the focus areas of the arts, education, environmental protection, economic develo...

GrantWatch ID#: 199788

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Health and Wellness in Eligible...

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to address health and wellness needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance access to healthcare, provide early childhood support, prevent violence, and mor...

GrantWatch ID#: 220579

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and School Districts for Environmental and Re...

Deadline: 07/18/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and school districts for projects and programs related to the environment and recreation. Funding is intended for networking activities and collaborative initiatives that promote and balance ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208074

Grants to Alabama Communities for Community Improvement Programs to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants to Alabama communities for community improvement programs. Funding areas of interest include housing rehabilitation, drainage and sewer improvements, community centers and recreational facilities, planning projects, road improvements, and more. Eligible app...

GrantWatch ID#: 195694

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Agencies, and Special Districts to Develop Outdoor Recreation a...

Deadline: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 07/23/26

Grants to Colorado land conservation organizations, local governments, special districts, and state agencies for activities to develop outdoor recreation and natural resources projects. Applicants are required to submit a concept paper and contact staff prior to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 160687

Grants to Colorado Agencies, Organizations, and Special Districts for Outdoor Projects

Deadline: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 07/23/26

Grants to Colorado local governments, state agencies, land conservation organizations, and special districts for outdoor projects that enhance the quality of life for local communities. Applicants must contact staff and submit a concept paper prior to applying. Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 197365

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Communities in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 07/23/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended to assist organizations that respond to the educational, cultural, health, social service...

GrantWatch ID#: 209788

Grants to USA Top Athletes for Support in Reaching International Competitions

Deadline: 07/25/26

Grants to USA top-tier athletes in eligible sports disciplines to further their development, training, and career success. Funding is intended to support ranking athletes who have earned a college degree and are working toward reaching elite international competit...

GrantWatch ID#: 159936

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies to Improve Trails and Parks

Deadline: 07/29/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219258

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits for Local Events that Promote Community Engagement and Unity

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations for activities that foster community engagement and unity in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support events that are open to the public and are community-based. Grants will assist with new o...

GrantWatch ID#: 140769

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals with Severe Injuries for Adaptive Equipment and Recovery ...

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and Canada individuals who have suffered severe injuries for adaptive equipment and expenses related to their recovery. Funding is intended for individuals who have been injured while participating in sports activities, veterans inju...

GrantWatch ID#: 213823

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Projects to Expand the Recreational Trail Network in Eli...

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for projects to expand the recreational trail network in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to improve the local quality of life. Funding is intended to support projects and programs that add additional m...

GrantWatch ID#: 217656

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Maintain and Operate Park and Recreation Facilities in El...

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations 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. Eligible activities must be...

GrantWatch ID#: 217657

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits and Agencies for Capital Projects and Beautification Activi...

Deadline: 09/04/26 Conference Date: 07/30/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 175432

Grants to Minnesota Agencies to Develop Outdoor Recreational Areas

Deadline: 07/31/26

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,...

GrantWatch ID#: 137254

Grants to USA Organizations for Programs Serving Armenian-American Youth

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA organizations to benefit Armenian youth in America. Eligible types of programming include camping, athletic, educational, and cultural activities. The purpose of funding is to promote connection and instill knowledge and appreciation of Armenian cult...

GrantWatch ID#: 142791

Grants to California Nonprofits to Preserve the Well-Being of Retired Thoroughbred Racehorses

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to preserve the well-being of thoroughbred horses after they have been retired from their racing careers. Funding is intended to support basic needs as well as placement in homes and in second careers. To be eligible, h...

GrantWatch ID#: 146055

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits to Promote the Local Tourism Industry

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Louisiana nonprofit organizations to promote tourism and improve the quality of life in eligible areas. Funding is intended for activities that increase the number of out-of-area visitors and the use of local lodging facilities. The program aims to suppo...

GrantWatch ID#: 171191