1,230 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 Maryland Nonprofits to Meet Community Needs

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations to meet the needs of communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs or activities in the following categories: animal welfare, health and human services, civic and community activities, emergency serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 128108

Grants to Washington Agencies, Tribes, and Districts for the Development of Public Recreationa...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Washington local and state agencies, tribes, and special purpose districts to acquire and develop public outdoor recreation areas and facilities including trails, parks, and wildlife lands. Applicants must submit a comprehensive plan prior to applying. R...

GrantWatch ID#: 137046

Grants to Washington Agencies and Tribes for Projects that Promote Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Washington state and local government agencies, Tribes, and political subdivisions for land acquisition and development projects to enhance outdoor recreation. Applicants must submit a preliminary plan prior to submitting a full proposal. Required regist...

GrantWatch ID#: 137054

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Individuals, and Organizations for Projects to Enhance the Quali...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta-registered nonprofit charities, community groups, individuals, and societies in eligible locations for activities to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding areas of interest include the environment, community su...

GrantWatch ID#: 138337

Grants to California Organizations to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents in Eligible Re...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to California organizations in eligible regions for programs to enhance the quality of life of local residents. Focus areas include, but are not limited to, civic engagement, health and wellness, disaster recovery and emergency preparedness...

GrantWatch ID#: 139356

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

Deadline: 04/30/26

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 Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

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

GrantWatch ID#: 144048

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Tribes, and Agencies to Develop and Renovate Athletic Facilit...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, tribes, government agencies, and park districts to develop outdoor sports facilities. Funding may be used for land purchases, development, and renovation. Funding is primarily focused on developing facilities for youth...

GrantWatch ID#: 147288

Grants to Washington Agencies to Protect and Restore Waterfronts and Aquatic Lands

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Washington local, state, and tribal governmental agencies for the protection and enhancement of aquatic lands, including shorelands, harbor areas, tidelands, and beds of navigable waters. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 147293

Grants to California Agencies for Water Safety Equipment

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to California local government agencies to promote boating safety and support water-based law enforcement activities. Funding is intended for a wide range of equipment purchases that benefit local agencies. Applications are invited from agencies with a need...

GrantWatch ID#: 150443

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of arts and culture, scientific research, education, medical services, public recreation, and the enhancement of living and w...

GrantWatch ID#: 155542

Grants to Pennsylvania Agencies in Eligible Areas to Preserve and Increase Access to Land Reso...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania government agencies and municipal recreation authorities to preserve and increase access to land resources in eligible locations. Applicants must arrange a meeting or site visit with program staff before applying. Funding is intended for pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 168187

Grants to Arkansas Agencies, School Districts, Tribes, and Transit Agencies to Support Alterna...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Arkansas government agencies, schools, school districts, tribal governments, regional transportation authorities, and transit agencies for alternative transportation projects and infrastructure improvements that enhance communities and protect the enviro...

GrantWatch ID#: 169702

Grants to Nevada and Utah Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Individuals to Promote Local Cultu...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Nevada and Utah nonprofit organizations, agencies, Tribes, and individuals for projects that promote and preserve cultural heritage in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects of cultural, educational, and recreational value. Eligible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173950

Grants to Saskatchewan Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs that Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Saskatchewan nonprofit organizations for programs, activities, and events that benefit eligible communities. Applicants must complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to support community development initiatives, particular...

GrantWatch ID#: 175144

Grants to British Columbia Registered Charities in Eligible Locations to Benefit Local Residen...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to British Columbia registered charities in eligible locations for projects to benefit local residents. Program focus areas include activities in the following focus areas: social service, health, sports and recreation, arts and culture, education, animal w...

GrantWatch ID#: 175648

Grants to British Columbia Registered Charities and Qualified Donees to Enhance the Quality of...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to British Columbia registered charities and qualified donees for projects and activities that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of education, health and welfare, arts and culture, environment, and sports...

GrantWatch ID#: 175649

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits and For-Profits to Strengthen the Local Economy

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit and for-profit organizations to strengthen the local economy in eligible locations. First-time applicants and programs must submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of small business promotio...

GrantWatch ID#: 178408

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Improve the Lives of At-Risk Military Veterans

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the lives of injured military veterans and their families. Funding is intended to support a range of services and programs including, but not limited to, therapeutic and recreational activities, career training and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179275

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations in eligible communities to benefit local residents. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities and programming in the focus areas of education, cult...

GrantWatch ID#: 179449

Grants and Scholarships to Nevada Jewish Youth to Attend Overnight Summer Camps

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants and scholarships to Nevada children and youth to attend overnight summer camp programs. Funding is intended to defray the costs of attending Jewish summer camps for both first-time and returning campers. Scholarships are also available based on financial ne...

GrantWatch ID#: 179470

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofit CBOs to Assist Children and Older Adults

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit community-based organizations for activities that benefit adults and children. Funding is intended to provide health and human services to older adults, children, and youth under 18 years of age. The goal of the grant program is to allow...

GrantWatch ID#: 179665

Grants to Iowa Agencies and Nonprofits for Programs and Projects that Benefit the Community

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Iowa government entities and nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible areas. Grant funds may be used to support programs or capital projects. Focus areas include environment, health and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179909

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits, Agencies, and For-Profits to Conserve Natural Resources and...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and for-profit enterprises for projects that enhance recreational areas and conserve natural resources. Funding is intended for a wide range of programs and activities in the areas of conse...

GrantWatch ID#: 180578

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible areas. First-time applicants must meet with program staff before submitting a proposal. Funding is intended for activities within t...

GrantWatch ID#: 180686

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations to benefit residents through a wide range of community programs. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for residents, support local needs, and build vibrant communities. Funding areas include human an...

GrantWatch ID#: 181074

Grants to Tennessee Marinas to Promote Tourism and Enhance the Experience for Visitors

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Tennessee privately owned marinas for projects that improve the visitor experience to the site. Funding is intended for marketing projects or infrastructure improvements that enhance the operation of the marina, improve the experience for the visitor, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 182751

Grants to Arkansas Agencies, Nonprofits, School Districts, and Tribes to Improve Outdoor Trail...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Arkansas state, city, and county government agencies, nonprofit organizations, school districts, transit agencies, and tribal governments to improve and develop publicly accessible trails and facilities. Funding is intended for the maintenance, developme...

GrantWatch ID#: 183410

Grants to Alaska Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Rural Communities and Low-Income Individua...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Alaska nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities for educational and charitable projects that benefit rural communities and low-income residents. Funding is intended for events and activities that have a long-term...

GrantWatch ID#: 186219

Grants to Washington Agencies, Tribes, Conservation Nonprofits, and Special Districts for Envi...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Washington government agencies, tribes, nonprofit conservation organizations, and special districts for environmental projects. Funding is intended to support projects to purchase, restore, and develop local forests and forestland. Typical projects inclu...

GrantWatch ID#: 191886

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Agencies, and First Nations Bands to Improve Public Spa...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and registered First Nations bands for projects that improve the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended to develop, create, restore, or upgrade co...

GrantWatch ID#: 192784

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits, Local Governments, and First Nations to Develop Public ...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and First Nations bands and development corporations to develop recreational facilities in communities located within the funding source's service area. Funding is intended for new cons...

GrantWatch ID#: 192785

Grants to North Dakota Agencies and Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Support Charitable Pro...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to North Dakota government agencies and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to support charitable projects and programs. In previous years, grants have been awarded to hospitals, libraries, recreational projects, health activities, and other commu...

GrantWatch ID#: 194209

Grants to North Dakota Agencies and Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Positively Impact the ...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to North Dakota government agencies and nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for projects that positively impact the local community. In previous years, grants have supported community beautification projects, libraries, youth sports, and emergency...

GrantWatch ID#: 194231

Grants to Alabama Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Community Programs

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alabama nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the focus areas of education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 195581

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Activities that Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Massachusetts government entities and faith-based, educational, cultural, and scientific nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve the well-being and quality of life ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195658

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits to Benefit African-Americans

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $25,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit African-American residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in a range of focus areas including but not limited to arts, economic development, education, envir...

GrantWatch ID#: 200387

In-Kind Grants to USA Agencies and Nonprofits for Trail and Capacity Building Education

Deadline: 04/30/26

In-kind grants to USA Agencies and Nonprofits for trail development and organizational capacity building. Funding is intended to provide education and consulting services that strengthen trail systems and organizational effectiveness. Eligible proposals support pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 204141
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Grants to Illinois Nonprofit Snowmobile Organizations and Clubs to Maintain and Develop Facili...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Illinois qualifying nonprofit snowmobile organizations and clubs to maintain and develop snowmobile facilities and trails accessible to the public. Applicants are required to prequalify and some applicants must conduct a public hearing prior to applying....

GrantWatch ID#: 208018

Grants to Alberta Individuals and Nonprofits to Encourage Women and Girls to Become Leaders in...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants of up to $3,000 to Alberta female coaches, sports officials, administrators, and nonprofit organizations to promote leadership skills among women and girls in the sports and recreation sectors. Funding is intended to support girls...

GrantWatch ID#: 211472

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits, School Districts, and Agencies for Projects in Education, Comm...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and school districts for projects that strengthen the community in eligible locations. Focus areas for funding include education, community development, arts, and recreation. Organizations must serv...

GrantWatch ID#: 213657

Grants to Pennsylvania Nonprofits for Maritime Programs and Projects to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations for maritime programs and projects to benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for initiatives to improve maritime education, support intercollegiate and youth sailing competitions, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 213748

Grants to Nova Scotia Nonprofits for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Nova Scotia nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for a variety of projects, including but not limited to community hall renovations, playground development, and sports facility maintenance. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 214956

Grants to Georgia and South Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies for Services to Persons with Disa...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Georgia and South Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies to provide services and programs for persons with disabilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide array of services such as housing, transportation, recreation,...

GrantWatch ID#: 216854

In-Kind Grants of Softball and Baseball Equipment to North Dakota Nonprofits to Benefit Youth ...

Deadline: 04/30/26

In-kind grant of sports equipment to North Dakota nonprofit organizations, community-based groups, and schools to provide opportunities for children ages 9-12 to play baseball or softball. The program provides baseball and softball equipment that benefits youth or...

GrantWatch ID#: 219495

Grants to Georgia Organizations for Sports-Related Programming in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 04/30/26

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

Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Provide Support for Disadvantaged Children, Children with Spe...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations to enhance the lives of disadvantaged children and children with special needs, and to support cancer research, with priority given to specified locations. The primary intent of the funding is to support the education and...

GrantWatch ID#: 220272

Grants to Washington Organizations and Community Agencies to Provide Cultural and Recreational...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Washington organizations and community agencies to provide cultural and recreational experiences to residents who do not usually have access to programs and events. Priority will be given to applicants who support families and individuals...

GrantWatch ID#: 221970

Sponsorships to Wisconsin Organizations in Eligible Regions to Support Fundraising Events

Deadline: 04/30/26

Sponsorships to Wisconsin organizations in eligible regions to support fundraising events. Sponsorships are available in forms including golf holes, tickets, and purchasing tables for events. Previous sponsorship recipients include art centers, orchestras, environ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223410

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of civic, arts and culture, education, recreation, health, and human services. Grants should ...

GrantWatch ID#: 226146