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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 Manitoba Nonprofits for Cultural Events in Remote and Rural Communities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Manitoba nonprofit organizations to organize festivals and events in the northern region and rural communities. Funding is intended to cover operating costs associated with festivals that take place over a minimum of two days. This grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 176147

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 Michigan Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Agencies for Community Programs L...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for youth-led programs that benefit young people under the age of 21. Applicants must submit a statement of intent prior to submitting an application. Grant requests must...

GrantWatch ID#: 179780

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits for Community Programs in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations for a broad range of charitable activities that benefit local communities in eligible regions. Programs may address community needs in the areas of education, arts and humanities, environment, children and youth, recreatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 179970

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Community Impact Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for community impact projects. Funding is intended for activities and projects within the focus areas of health, community development, arts and culture, civic affairs, education, recreation, and welf...

GrantWatch ID#: 180821

Grants to Wyoming Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Youth Organizations for Activities to Ben...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Wyoming nonprofit organizations, agencies, public schools, and youth organizations for activities to benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the categories of arts, education, athletics and sports, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 191406

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 12/01/26 LOI Date: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based entities, and schools to meet community needs in eligible counties. Applicants must submit a letter of interest before applying. Community improvements in the areas of ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 199781

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits, Neighborhood Associations, and Community Groups for Environmenta...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Arizona nonprofit organizations, neighborhood associations, and community groups for environmental projects in eligible areas. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to create green spaces along the ci...

GrantWatch ID#: 212605

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Local Governments, and Tribal Governments to Host Event...

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and Tribal governments to host events in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support major national and international sporting and cultural events. Events should attract international at...

GrantWatch ID#: 214459

Grants to South Dakota Nonprofits and CBOs to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to South Dakota nonprofit organizations and community groups to address critical needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of community services, economic development, education and youth, environment, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225393

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, educational organizations, and government entities for programs and projects that address community needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of education, arts an...

GrantWatch ID#: 178895

Grants to North Carolina Agencies and Tribes for Projects that Support Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to North Carolina municipalities, counties, and federally recognized tribes for projects that improve parks and recreational areas. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support acquisition, renovation, and/or develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 203704

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Agencies, Indigenous Communities, and Religious Entities to Supp...

Deadline: 11/04/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations, municipalities, Indigenous communities, collaboratives, and religious entities to support existing programs that improve the quality of life and promote vibrant communities. Priority areas include active lifestyles, susta...

GrantWatch ID#: 175840

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

Deadline: 11/05/26

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 Canada Qualified Donees to Support Amateur Ice Hockey and Youth Amateur Sports

Deadline: 11/06/26

Grants to Canada qualified donees for a range of activities related to amateur ice hockey and to engage youth in a variety of amateur sports. Funding is intended to support registered amateur athletic associations, all facets of amateur ice hockey within the count...

GrantWatch ID#: 155096

Grants to Illinois and Michigan Nonprofits for Educational Programs

Deadline: 02/05/27 LOI Date: 11/06/26

Grants to Illinois and Michigan nonprofit organizations for educational projects and programs in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended for general operating expenses or programming that increases acces...

GrantWatch ID#: 175935

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, Agencies, and Water Companies for Conservation Projects

Deadline: 11/06/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit conservation organizations, municipalities, and water companies for environmental preservation projects. Funding is intended for the acquisition of property that will remain undeveloped, and to assist water companies in acquiring la...

GrantWatch ID#: 177156

Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits, Agencies, and Public School Systems to Promote Health and Wel...

Deadline: 11/10/26

Grants and sponsorships to New Mexico nonprofit organizations, government agencies, civic or cultural organizations, and school systems to promote health and wellness in communities throughout the state. Grant funding is intended for specific projects or general o...

GrantWatch ID#: 171445

Grants to USA High Schools in Multiple States to Purchase Beverages for Sports Departments

Deadline: 11/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA high schools in multiple states to provide beverages for athletic departments. Funding is intended for the purchase of chocolate milk for a school's strength and training program. Funds may be used to purchase chocolate milk through t...

GrantWatch ID#: 220421

Grants to New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut Schools and Organizations for Student Physical...

Deadline: 11/13/26

Grants of up to $1,200 to New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut schools and organizations in eligible locations to support physical activities for school children. Funding is intended to support tennis programs in after-school or before-school programs, during rec...

GrantWatch ID#: 203571

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits for Community Programs

Deadline: 11/15/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 178431

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 Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Programs

Deadline: 01/15/27 LOI Date: 11/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for activities to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact staff and submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to...

GrantWatch ID#: 199666

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits for Activities to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for activities to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include education, arts and culture, community development, and recreational activities. Eligible organizations s...

GrantWatch ID#: 203771

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 British Columbia Nonprofits for Projects to Improve Recreational Trails in Eligible ...

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit societies for projects to improve recreational trails in eligible locations. Funding is intended for the maintenance, construction, renewal, or expansion of trails that are available to the public. The purpose of funding is to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223676

Grants to Florida and North Carolina Nonprofits for Activities Benefiting Local Residents

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Florida and North Carolina nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to benefit local residents. Funding is intended to support activities in the areas of healthcare, athletics, academics, and the arts. Funds may be used for programs,...

GrantWatch ID#: 228830

Grants to Virginia Local Governments to Offset Lost Forest Land Tax Revenue

Deadline: 11/15/26

Grants to Virginia city and county governments to offset lost tax revenue resulting from reduced tax assessments on forested land. The purpose of the program is to allow landowners to maintain their forest land while compensating local governments for their lost r...

GrantWatch ID#: 229636

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Associations for Programs to...

Deadline: 11/16/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 167553

Grants to British Columbia Agencies and First Nations to Improve Waterfronts

Deadline: 11/18/26

Grants to British Columbia local government agencies and First Nation communities to improve public waterfront areas in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support both project planning and design, as well as physical works that enhance public access and enjo...

GrantWatch ID#: 229591

Grants to Vermont Nonprofits, Agencies, Municipalities, and Tribes for Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 01/31/27 LOI Date: 11/20/26

Grants to Vermont nonprofit organizations, government entities, municipalities, and tribes for outdoor off-road recreational trail projects. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to the full application and are advised to initiate the permit and registrat...

GrantWatch ID#: 137803

Grants to Vermont Government Agencies to Acquire and Develop Outdoor Facilities

Deadline: 01/31/27 LOI Date: 11/20/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 150261

Grants to Nevada Organizations to Promote Local Tourist Attractions and Events

Deadline: 11/25/26

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 British Columbia Nonprofits for Improvements to Outdoor Recreation Spaces

Deadline: 11/27/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for improvements to outdoor recreation areas that are open to the public. Funding is intended for projects that feature publicly accessible additions and improvements to trails or natural spa...

GrantWatch ID#: 192449

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits and Individuals to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 11/27/26

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations and individuals for activities to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve community well-being, promote resident engagement, encourage amateur and professional arts par...

GrantWatch ID#: 192768

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Nonprofits and Groups for Capital Improvements to Local Fa...

Deadline: 11/27/26

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador nonprofit organizations and groups for capital improvements to facilities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in the areas of renovation, expansion, or construction, and must be undertaken to improve faciliti...

GrantWatch ID#: 217504

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities in Eligible Locations to Improve the Quality of Life fo...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Ontario registered charities in eligible locations for programs to improve the quality of life for local communities. Funding is intended for activities within a broad range of focus areas, including the environment, education, and recreation. Priority w...

GrantWatch ID#: 145808

Grants to Ontario Municipalities, Registered Charities, and Amateur Athletic Associations to I...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Ontario municipalities, registered charities, and amateur athletic associations in eligible locations to improve the quality of life for residents. Funding is intended for a broad range of programs, projects, and activities to directly be...

GrantWatch ID#: 187198

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits to Promote Amateur Sports

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Saskatchewan nonprofit corporations for initiatives and projects that promote amateur sports in the community. Priority is given to proposals that provide lasting benefits. Creative proposals that assist in the development of amateur spo...

GrantWatch ID#: 187401

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Local Agencies to Enhance Community Facilities and Progr...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to promote the use of community facilities by residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support equipment, programming, and capital improvements for community or neighborhoo...

GrantWatch ID#: 192803

Grants to USA Local Eventing Chapters for Adult Equestrian Education Programs

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants totaling $10,000 to USA local eventing chapters for adult education programs related to equestrian sports. The purpose of the program is to support amateur education in the field of eventing. The mission of the Foundation is to protect and preserve the spor...

GrantWatch ID#: 215442

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 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

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Young People

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Georgia nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit young people. Funding is intended to support programs and activities in a range of focus areas, including but not limited to mental health, literacy, and workforce development. T...

GrantWatch ID#: 220765

Grants to Ontario Charities, Nonprofits, Sports Groups and Clubs, and Volunteer Groups for Act...

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario charitable and nonprofit organizations, sports groups and clubs, and volunteer groups for activities to benefit residents in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: ho...

GrantWatch ID#: 222517

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits forWomen's Physical Fitness Programs

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alberta nonprofit organizations for women's physical fitness programs. Funding is intended to provide local women ages 18 and over with access to high-quality sports and recreation for all levels and abilities. The purpose of the program ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174091

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Charities to Support Physical Activity Events for Girls

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alberta nonprofit and charitable organizations to host a one-time event to promote physical activity among teenage girls. Funding is intended to increase access to sports and other healthy physical activities for inactive girls, or for gi...

GrantWatch ID#: 174092

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Charities to Conduct Physical Activity Programs for Girls

Deadline: 12/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alberta nonprofit and charitable organizations to support physical activity programs for girls. Funding is intended for programming that encourages girls ages 6 to 17 from local communities to experience sports and physical activities tog...

GrantWatch ID#: 174093

Grants to North Carolina and Virginia Nonprofits to Promote Health

Deadline: 12/01/26

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 216858

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits That Support Local Efforts to Improve Community Life

Deadline: 01/15/27 LOI Date: 12/01/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations that support local efforts to improve community life. The funding source prioritizes programs that cross economic, racial, and ethnic lines. Of special interest are projects focusing on public safety entities, animal r...

GrantWatch ID#: 217534