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1,208 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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1,208 grants found

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Community Groups for Capital Improvements to Recreational and...

Deadline: 09/26/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 147237

Grants to Ohio Community-Based Organizations for Events that Benefit Local Neighborhoods

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Ohio business associations, neighborhood associations, priority boards, and block clubs for community-based initiatives in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support activities, projects, and events that foster connection and build ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197394

Grants to Nebraska Agencies, School Districts, and Tribes to Develop Recreational Trails

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Nebraska public agencies, political subdivisions, tribes, and school districts to purchase land for the development of trails for recreational purposes. Funding is intended to support land acquisition, as well as the restoration, maintenance, constructio...

GrantWatch ID#: 181532

Grants to Oregon Local and Tribal Governments for Transportation Planning Projects

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants to Oregon cities, counties, tribal governments, government councils, and special districts for local transportation planning activities. Funding is intended to support planning projects that result in policy decisions related to land use and local transport...

GrantWatch ID#: 181220

Grants to USA Community Nonprofits and Schools for Youth Sport Facilities

Deadline: 08/15/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 215248

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for Environmental Restoration Proj...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for environmental restoration projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to enhance organizational capacity to execute wetland restoration projects. Proposals demonstrating ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178694

Cooperative Agreements and Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and Tribes for Water Conservati...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Cooperative agreements and grants to USA agencies, nonprofit organizations, utility providers, and tribes in multiple states and territories for water conservation projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. All...

GrantWatch ID#: 199061

Grants to Michigan Schools for Traffic Safety Programs

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to Michigan schools for projects that make it safer for children to travel to and from school. Applicants must register their school and contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for safety programs whose primary benefici...

GrantWatch ID#: 188279

Grants to New Brunswick Nonprofits to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to New Brunswick nonprofit organizations, registered charities, community organizations, and IHEs in eligible locations for community programs and projects to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for a range of innovative programs that improve the q...

GrantWatch ID#: 175670

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Parks

Deadline: 07/30/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 217657

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits and Agencies for Environmental Preservation Projects

Deadline: 05/15/27 LOI Date: 10/02/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190202

Grants to Delaware Nonprofits and Agencies for Health-Related Programs and Services

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to Delaware nonprofit organizations and government agencies, including public school districts, libraries, and parks, for projects, programs, and services that promote health in communities throughout the state. Preference will be given to programs that add...

GrantWatch ID#: 200481

Grants to Virginia Entities to Preserve Natural and Cultural Resources

Deadline: 07/29/26

Grants to Virginia individuals, nonprofit organizations, and localities to protect cultural and natural resources and increase community access to open areas. Funding is intended to preserve a range of resources, such as forests and farms, and to provide public ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 193603

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Businesses, Agencies, and Individuals for Youth Recreation

Deadline: 03/01/27 LOI Date: 07/30/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, businesses, school programs, government agencies, tribes, and individuals for outdoor recreation programs and projects serving underserved youth. Applicants are required to register prior to submitting a grant applicat...

GrantWatch ID#: 166766

Grants to Illinois and Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Watershed Restoration

Deadline: 08/05/26

Grants to Illinois and Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions to improve watershed quality in eligible locations. Some applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding priority is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 144631

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Agencies for Environmental Protection Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 171882

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Churches, and Agencies to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and government entities to benefit residents in eligible locations. Grant funds may be requested for projects and programs that have a positive impact on the quality of life for resident...

GrantWatch ID#: 173174

Grants to Georgia Agencies and Tribes to Enhance Parks and Recreational Areas

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants to Georgia state agencies, local units of government, and tribal entities for projects that enhance parks and recreational areas. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to provide new or significantly improved recreation ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189062

Grants to New York Nonprofits and Municipalities to Build Sports Infrastructure

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations and municipalities to build permanent sports infrastructure in eligible communities. Funding is intended to create and enhance soccer fields that are open to the public, particularly in disadvantaged communities across th...

GrantWatch ID#: 229892

Grants to Tennessee Entities to Improve Healthcare in Rural Communities

Deadline: 08/03/26

Grants to Tennessee healthcare providers, CBOs, local governments, educational institutions, and faith-based organizations to improve healthcare in rural communities. Funding is intended for behavioral health services, expanding preventive care, exercise and nutri...

GrantWatch ID#: 230863

Grants to Virginia Agencies and Tribes to Develop Outdoor Recreation Spaces

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to Virginia government agencies and tribal governments to support the development of outdoor recreation sites and facilities. Funding is intended to support development, acquisition, and combination projects for a wide range of public outdoor recreation act...

GrantWatch ID#: 230895

Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits to Benefit Children, Teens, and Young Adults

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit children, teens, and young adults ages 0-24 in eligible locations. Priority areas of focus include health and wellness, workforce and education, and built environment and neigh...

GrantWatch ID#: 172732

Grants to Pennsylvania Businesses for Outdoor Business Growth

Deadline: 08/07/26

Grants to Pennsylvania businesses for business growth and operational support. Funding is intended to help outdoor businesses strengthen operations, expand services, purchase equipment, improve marketing, address other business needs, and pursue long-term success....

GrantWatch ID#: 231058

Grants to Missouri Agencies for Community Improvement Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Missouri local governments for community improvement projects that benefit low and moderate-income residents in eligible locations. Applicants are required to hold a public hearing prior to submitting a full application, and a community needs assessment ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213983

Grants to California Entities for Environmental Preservation Projects

Deadline: 10/05/26 LOI Date: 09/04/26

Grants to California government agencies, tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and owners of shoreline property for environmental preservation projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that protect local habitats, provide flood managem...

GrantWatch ID#: 215586

Grants to New York City Nonprofits for Projects to Enhance Outdoor Spaces

Deadline: 08/14/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 211162

Grants to California Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies to Increase State Park Accessibility

Deadline: 07/31/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222035
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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
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Grants to USA State Governments to Improve Recreational Boating Facilities

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants to USA state and territory governments for projects to improve recreational boating facilities. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to operate, renovate, construct, and maintain was...

GrantWatch ID#: 216907

Grants to Arizona Neighborhoods for Community Building Activities

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Arizona neighborhoods in eligible regions for community building and improvement activities. Funding is intended to support programs, projects, services, and events that promote community spirit and engage local residents. Eligible activ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175866

Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Natural Resource Projects

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants to New Mexico nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes for natural resources conservation projects that employ youth. Funding is intended for a broad range of projects that yield long-term benefits to the community. The project must result i...

GrantWatch ID#: 180200

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits and CBOs for Physical Activity and Nutrition Education

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and community-based groups to promote physical activity and nutrition education. Funding is intended to benefit community members with low incomes. Eligible activities include community gardens, healthy food options, heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 188412

Grants to California Nonprofits for Environmental, Public Trails, and Conservation Projects

Deadline: 08/06/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to California nonprofit organizations for environmental, public trails, and conservation projects in eligible regions. Funding will be prioritized for projects in the areas of community-based restoration, equitable access to natural resourc...

GrantWatch ID#: 195720

Grants to USA State and Native American Governments for Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to USA and territories state governments and Native American tribal governments to increase accessibility to recreational activities in underserved and urban communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several months to complete...

GrantWatch ID#: 212095

Grants to USA Families to Mitigate Costs Related to Having Youth Participate in Golf

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to USA families to mitigate costs related to having youth participate in golf. Applicants will need to demonstrate financial need and obtain a recommendation letter from a coach or other person who can vouch for the young athlete's skill and character. Athl...

GrantWatch ID#: 215474

Grants to Colorado Youth Teams for Projects to Address Climate Concerns

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado youth teams for projects to address climate concerns in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects led by youth ages 15 to 24 related to waste reduction, food preservation, walkability and bikeability projects, tree pla...

GrantWatch ID#: 231410

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies for Outdoor and Natural Resource Projects

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 must submit a concept paper and contact staff prior to applying. Fu...

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
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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 Maryland Local Governments to Improve Outdoor Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 08/19/26 Conference Date: 07/23/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 174302

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 08/31/26 Conference Date: 07/23/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, schools, and government agencies for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is for projects that strengthen public safety, support families, and expand ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231134

Awards to North Carolina Nonprofits to Recognize Efforts to Build Healthy Communities

Deadline: 09/04/26 LOI Date: 07/24/26

Awards of $50,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to recognize contributions to community health in eligible counties. Applicants must complete an online registration process before applying. The awards are intended to honor organizations that address is...

GrantWatch ID#: 143422

Awards to Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Recognize Efforts to Improve Community Health

Deadline: 09/04/26 LOI Date: 07/24/26

Awards of $50,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to recognize efforts in contributing to community health in eligible counties. Applicants must complete an online registration process prior to submitting an application. Eligible programs address issues re...

GrantWatch ID#: 143423
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Grants to Alabama Schools for Health and Wellness Programs

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Alabama schools to promote health and wellness among students in kindergarten through twelfth grade. Requests will be accepted from public and private schools throughout the state. Funding is intended to support school-based programs tha...

GrantWatch ID#: 179896

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: 08/21/26 LOI Date: 07/24/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life of adults and children with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities in eligible counties. Some applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Funding is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181274

Grants to Washington Organizations and Groups for Small Community Improvement Projects in Elig...

Deadline: 10/30/26 Conference Date: 07/24/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington neighborhood groups, business groups, community organizations, and informal groups for small-scale community improvement projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff to discuss projects prior to applyin...

GrantWatch ID#: 161269

Grants to New York City Organizations to Maintain and Enhance Outdoor Recreational Areas

Deadline: 08/14/26 Conference Date: 07/24/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 189829
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits for Programs and Services that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 07/27/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible regions. Some applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to support new and estab...

GrantWatch ID#: 156411
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Scholarships to USA Individuals for Womens and Girls Sports Initiatives

Deadline: 07/27/26

Scholarships of $500 to USA individuals for sports initiatives for women and girls. Funding is intended for programs and projects that increase participation and advancement for women and girls in the sport of mountain and gravel biking. Scholarships are for indiv...

GrantWatch ID#: 224946

Grants to Texas Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies for Recreation and Conservation Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26 Conference Date: 07/27/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, universities, school districts, and government agencies for projects that benefit underserved residents. Funding is intended for programming that engages underrepresented populations in outdoor recreation, conservation, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 143601