1,195 Sports and Recreation Grants

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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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for programs to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. Focus areas include education, environment and recreation, culture and the arts, economic development, health, and human services. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 130148
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Groups for Community Activities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations and groups for projects that benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that align with the funding source's goals regarding transportation, the environment...

GrantWatch ID#: 142230
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Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for activities that address the needs of local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of arts and culture, health and human services, religion, education, recr...

GrantWatch ID#: 143768
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Some applicants must submit an LOI before applying. Funding is intended for capacity-building efforts, existing programs, and new initiatives. Special consideration i...

GrantWatch ID#: 144048
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Grants to Manitoba Registered Charities for Community Improvement in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Manitoba registered charities for community benefit projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the focus areas of community services, culture, education, heritage, health and wellness, recreation, youth and sen...

GrantWatch ID#: 145809
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Grants to Nebraska Organizations and For-Profits in Eligible Locations to Increase Local Tou...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Nebraska organizations, including for-profit organizations, in eligible locations for projects and programs that promote local tourism. Funding is intended to encourage, promote, and attract visitors to the County, and to utilize travel and tourism facil...

GrantWatch ID#: 149036
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Grants for Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to benefit communities within the funding source’s service area and nearby communities. Consideration will be given to proposals in the areas of education, recreation, human services, health and medical, environmental aw...

GrantWatch ID#: 154157
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Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to address cultural, economic, and social needs. Focus areas include arts and culture, civics, education, health and human services, recreation, and youth development. Funding is i...

GrantWatch ID#: 161557
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible areas for activities and services that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for programs and projects within the focus areas of education, health, and well-being; re...

GrantWatch ID#: 169596
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Grants to Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico Nonprofits for Youth Sports Pro...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico nonprofit organizations to support sports programming for youth throughout the funding's source's region. Funding may be used for capital purchases and projects as well as for league development. The g...

GrantWatch ID#: 170273
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Grants and In-Kind Support to West Virginia Schools for Archery Programs and Equipment

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants and in-kind support to West Virginia schools to promote the sport of archery. Grantees will receive funds and/or equipment to support archery programs. Priority will be given to new programs, but existing programs are also eligible. The goal of the grant pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 173675
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Opportunity for New York City Organizations to Design and Maintain Public Pedestrian Areas

Deadline: 06/30/26

Opportunity for New York City organizations to design, develop, and maintain public spaces and pedestrian areas, with an emphasis on sites in neighborhoods that lack open space. Funding may be used for the creation of neighborhood plazas that upgrade underused pub...

GrantWatch ID#: 174586
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, Individuals and Businesses for Pumpout and ...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, individuals, tribal governments, and private businesses that operate boating facilities to support the installation and operation of pumpout and dump stations. Funding is intended for the pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 175841
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, Individuals, and Private Businesses to Ensu...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, individuals, tribal governments, and private businesses for capital projects to ensure proper sewage disposal. Funding is intended for applicants operating marinas and boating facilities. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 176098
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Grants to Wisconsin Organizations for Sports Programming to Benefit Youth and Children in Elig...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Wisconsin organizations for athletic programs to benefit youth and children in eligible regions. Funding is intended to promote healthy lifestyles by providing sports opportunities to children aged 17 and under. Capital campaigns may be considered. Eligi...

GrantWatch ID#: 177185
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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Increase Safe and Sustainable Access to Public Lands

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit groups to expand the proper access and use of public lands. Funding is intended to support activities that ensure the safe use of off-highway vehicles, educate the public on conservation practices and appropriate use of recreational land, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 177556
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Grants to Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba nonprofit and charitable organizations in eligible locations for programs, projects, and events that strengthen and enhance the community. Focus areas include animal welfare, health and wellness, commu...

GrantWatch ID#: 178209
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Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for residents and strengthen communities. Focus areas include education, workforce development, environment,...

GrantWatch ID#: 179420
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for a Range of Community Benefit Act...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for community benefit activities in eligible locations. Some applicants must attend an information session prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of youth, education, community im...

GrantWatch ID#: 181314
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Grants to Nova Scotia Municipalities and CBOs to Plan Sports and Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Nova Scotia municipalities, Mi'kmaq Band Councils, schools, and community organizations to obtain professional assistance in the design, research, and planning of existing or proposed sports and recreational facilities. The goal of the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 182403
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Grants to North Dakota Agencies and Nonprofits for Community Benefit Activities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to North Dakota government entities and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for a range of community benefit activities. Past grants have supported local museums, parks, emergency services, and military support services. Eligible applicants serve ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195221
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Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Service Projects and Activities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Alabama nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in a range of priority areas, including but not limited to environmental e...

GrantWatch ID#: 196463
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Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Tribes for Economic Development Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, religious organizations, and educational entities for projects that increase employment and improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Eligible projects will be enduring, addr...

GrantWatch ID#: 197055
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Grants to USA Nonprofits and Community Leaders for Capital Projects to Revitalize Public Commu...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA community leaders, elected officials, and tribal leaders for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections....

GrantWatch ID#: 197389
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to California nonprofit organizations, government institutions, and schools in eligible regions to benefit local residents of all ages, with a particular focus on youth. Funding is intended to support programs that promote education and dev...

GrantWatch ID#: 197942
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Sponsorships to Canada Organizations to Support Communities Throughout the Country

Deadline: 06/30/26

Sponsorships to Canada organizations to support communities throughout the country. The goal of the program is to support activities that focus on youth and that leverage technology in the areas of health, education, and the environment. Current sponsorships also ...

GrantWatch ID#: 200392
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In-Kind Donations of Drinkware to USA Nonprofits Supporting Community Benefit Activities in El...

Deadline: 06/30/26

In-kind donations of high-quality drinkware to USA nonprofit organizations for use at events or as rewards. Requests are welcome from organizations that support sports and movement, the arts and music, environment and climate initiatives, outdoor recreation, and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 202026
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Grants to Indiana Organizations and Individuals to Increase Access to Sports for Underserved Y...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Indiana individuals and organizations in eligible areas for projects that promote youth involvement in sports and fitness programs. Funding is intended to help youth participate in athletic and recreational programs. The fund aims to provide additional a...

GrantWatch ID#: 204736
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Activities to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for activities to benefit the community in eligible regions. Applicants are required to attend or view a recording of the webinar prior to applying. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas ...

GrantWatch ID#: 206512
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Youth in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities for activities that benefit youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended for either one-time or ongoing programs. This grant may be used to support projects or p...

GrantWatch ID#: 208616
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Grants to USA and Armenia Nonprofits, Foundations, Agencies, and Charities for Projects to Ben...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of $50,000 to USA and Armenia nonprofit organizations, foundations, government agencies, and charities for projects to benefit Armenian communities. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz prior to submitting an application. Funding for this round is f...

GrantWatch ID#: 209519
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Grants to North Carolina Agencies for Water Management and Recreation Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to North Carolina local government agencies to implement water management and recreation projects throughout the state. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support stream restoration, water management and control, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 209590
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Grants to California Neighborhood Associations for Projects and Events that Enhance the Local ...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to California violence prevention and neighborhood associations for projects and events that enhance the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for neighborhood improvement projects that focus on crime awareness, blight r...

GrantWatch ID#: 210436
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Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for community improvement projects. Funding is intended for activities that benefit residents within the funding source's service area. Previous grants have supported equipment purcha...

GrantWatch ID#: 210761
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Grants to USA Municipalities, Schools, Recreation Centers, Nonprofits, and Private Residents f...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to USA municipalities, schools, daycare centers, recreation centers, non-profit and faith-based organizations, and private residents to enhance outdoor play areas. Funding is intended for playground structure upgrades or new playground structures throughout...

GrantWatch ID#: 214003
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Grants to USA Organizations for Lighting for Recreational Areas in Underserved Communities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to USA organizations for lighting for recreational areas in underserved communities. Funding is intended to improve the health and development of children by making sports pitches more accessible and safer and extending the number of hours that children and...

GrantWatch ID#: 214776
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Grants to Florida Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Environmental Protection Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions for environmental conservation activities. Funding is intended to manage, protect, and conserve lands used for public hunting; improve access to and amenitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 215382
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Grants to Ontario Tribes and Nonprofits to Promote Sustainability in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario tribal entities, nonprofit organizations, charities, and qualified donees for programs that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities that help promote sustainability, reconciliation...

GrantWatch ID#: 215861
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Grants to Arkansas Agencies for Recreational Trail Improvement Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Arkansas county and municipal governments for projects to improve recreational trails. Funding is intended for development projects to renovate, replace, or construct outdoor facilities. The purpose of the program is to encourage healthy outdoor experien...

GrantWatch ID#: 219015
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Grants to Georgia Organizations for Sports-Related Programming in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Georgia organizations for activities, programs, and projects to benefit residents in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align with one of the following areas of interest: special athletes, youth, and community enrichment. Funding is intended to use...

GrantWatch ID#: 219551
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Grants to California Nonprofit and Tribal Entities for Infrastructure Improvements

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit and for-profit entities and tribally designated housing entities for capital improvements in housing projects. All applicants must meet with the department before applying. Improvements can include street, road, and bridge constructi...

GrantWatch ID#: 219895
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Grants to Mississippi Tennis Leagues and Associations and Nonprofits to Promote Minority Parti...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Mississippi community tennis associations, junior tennis leagues, and nonprofit organizations to increase access to tennis programs for minority populations. Funding is intended to support the expansion of existing programs or start-up costs for new prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 221043
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Grants to Canada Nonprofits, Charities, Community Groups, and For-Profit Organizations for Inc...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Canada nonprofit organizations, charities, community groups, and for-profit organizations for income tax preparation activities. Applicants must complete required registrations before applying. Funding is intended for administrative cost...

GrantWatch ID#: 223461
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In-Kind Donations of Drinkware to USA Nonprofits to be Used as Incentives and for Community En...

Deadline: 06/30/26

In-kind donations of drinkware to USA nonprofit organizations to be used as incentives and for community engagement. Applicant organizations must be focused on the environment, sports, music and arts, outdoor recreation, or a reduction in the use of single-use pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 225479
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Grants to Alabama Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Some applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects that make an educational, environmental, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 227527
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Grant to a Georgia Nonprofit, EMS Provider, or School to Equip a Fitness Facility

Deadline: 06/30/26

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
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for capital needs and collaborative projects focused on recreation, arts, and culture; youth and talent development; community needs; and enc...

GrantWatch ID#: 228423
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Grants to Kansas Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Agencies to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Kansas nonprofit and faith-based organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies for activities to benefit the community in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: youth prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 229855
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Outdoor Recreation Initiatives

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for environmental and recreation initiatives. Applicants may apply for various funding streams depending on their needs. Funding is intended for projects that encourage and enable greater participati...

GrantWatch ID#: 229899
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Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Businesses to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Pennsylvania nonprofits, organizations, and businesses to promote tourism to eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that improve the quality of tourism products and increase the marketing and promotion of tourism events and bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 230242