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148 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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148 grants found

Grants to USA Organizations for Lighting for Recreational Areas in Underserved Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26

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

Grants to USA Youth-Serving Organizations and Schools to Support Rock Climbing

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA youth-serving organizations and schools to support rock climbing. Funding is intended for the purchase of rock climbing equipment that will provide a healthy activity and fitness opportunity for youth. Eligible applicants are in the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 222895

Grants to USA Students for Local Community Service Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA students ages 18 and under for service projects to benefit their local community. Funding may be used to support a variety of creative projects, such as improving school playgrounds, developing community gardens, and helping senior re...

GrantWatch ID#: 156531

Grants to USA Entities for Projects Related to Land Access and Stewardship

Deadline: 10/02/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, land trusts, government agencies, recreation clubs, trail associations, and tribes for projects related to land access and stewardship. Funding is intended for securing large tracts of land for the purposes of hunting, as wel...

GrantWatch ID#: 216315

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Schools in Multiple States for Programs to Benefit Children

Deadline: 10/09/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, California, and Georgia nonprofit and education organizations for programs that benefit children ages 5-18 in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support activities in the areas of education...

GrantWatch ID#: 228947

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Sports Events that Promote Tourism

Deadline: 10/10/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations and groups 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 at...

GrantWatch ID#: 185897

Grants to USA Individuals to Train for Horse Riding Events

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA individuals to participate in horse riding events. Funding is intended to support the education and development of competitive riders. Grant funds may also be requested for specific travel expenses. The purpose of this program is to educate, inspire,...

GrantWatch ID#: 196783

Grants to USA Early-Career Equestrian Riders for Professional Development

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA early-career equestrian riders for professional development. The purpose of the grant program is to support the development of young riders who have not had experience competing with a senior team. Eligible uses of funds include training, travel, liv...

GrantWatch ID#: 215527

Grant to a USA Young Professional Equestrian Rider for Intensive Training Programs

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grant of $5,000 to a USA young professional equestrian rider for expenses related to intensive training programs. Funding is intended to support a rider up to age 25 who is competing at the FEI CC12 level or higher in the eventing sport category. The mission of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 215530

Awards to USA Individuals for Accomplishments in the Equestrian Sport of Eventing

Deadline: 10/15/26

Awards to USA individuals to recognize exceptional contributions to the equestrian sport of eventing. In addition to a $5,000 monetary award, recipients will be honored at an annual convention. The award money is intended to assist recipients in furthering their w...

GrantWatch ID#: 215531

Grant to a USA Professional Equestrian Rider for Financial Assistance to Participate in Elite ...

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grant of $5,000 to a USA professional equestrian rider for financial assistance. Funding is intended to support riders over the age of 26 who are struggling financially to participate in eventing competitions. Priority is given to riders who compete with horses th...

GrantWatch ID#: 215532

Grants to USA Young Adult Equestrian Riders for Skills Development

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA young adult equestrian riders for skills development. The purpose of the grant program is to assist young eventing competitors who are transitioning from the junior to senior levels. Funds may be used for expenses related to training, competing, educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215533

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Fitness Research

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

Grants of up to $7,500 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for fitness research. Funding is intended for Master's or Doctoral students conducting research in the area of physical strength and conditioning. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216160

Grants to USA Individuals to Follow Equestrian Pursuits

Deadline: 10/15/26

Grants to USA individuals to follow equestrian pursuits. Funding is intended to support individuals interested in pursuing horsemanship programs, those training to become event coaches, and individuals seeking to qualify as event officials. Eligible applicants are...

GrantWatch ID#: 224308

Grants to Florida Agencies, IHEs, and Nonprofits to Protect and Manage Resources in Eligible R...

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants to Florida local governments, institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations partnering with a local government to manage and preserve resources in eligible locations. Certain applicants must consult local agencies before applying. Funding is...

GrantWatch ID#: 154833

Grants to Florida Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/31/26

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

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 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 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 USA Nonprofits to Promote Sports for Youth

Deadline: 12/15/26

Grants of up to $3,800 to USA nonprofit organizations to promote sports and recreational activities. Funding is intended to support tennis and polo, particularly among young athletes. Grants must be used to promote polo and tennis as sports, with an emphasis on yo...

GrantWatch ID#: 220151

Grants to USA Children to Help Offset the Cost of Participation in Soccer Leagues

Deadline: 12/31/26

Grants to USA children to help offset the cost of participation in soccer leagues. Funding is intended for children between the ages of 4 and 14 from low-income households for whom registration costs present a barrier to participation. The purpose of funding is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 225266

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Aquatic Life Research Projects

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants of up to $12,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for research and education projects with a focus on aquatic life. Eligible projects are those that enhance understanding of aquatic environments, hazards posed to coastal and ocean e...

GrantWatch ID#: 200116

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community-Based Programs Related to Food and Nutrition

Deadline: 01/31/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community-based programs related to food and nutrition. Priority is given to organizations with projects that impact and occur in or near communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 196043

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Hospitals, Families, and Individuals for Activities that Benefit Loc...

Deadline: 01/31/27

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, hospitals, families, and individuals for activities that benefit local communities. Funding is intended for projects and programs in the areas of recreation, education, medical research, and medical needs. Funds may be used f...

GrantWatch ID#: 217542

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Military Members and Veterans for Standardized Testin...

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants to USA, Canada, and International military members and veterans for standardized testing and preparation course expenses. Funding is intended for current or retired members of the military and veterans. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to sub...

GrantWatch ID#: 215862

In-Kind Support to USA High School Employees for Sports Equipment

Deadline: 02/15/27

In-kind support to USA high school employees for sports training equipment. The purpose of funding is to provide high-performance athletic equipment to high school students for strength training. Funding is intended to enhance student-athlete training and produce ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216165

Grants to USA Weightlifters and Weightlifting Coaches for Professional Development

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants to USA weightlifters and weightlifting coaches for professional development opportunities. Funding is intended for education advancement courses that lead to certification. The purpose of funding is to encourage and enable the attainment of continuing educa...

GrantWatch ID#: 216166

In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Fitness Professionals for Professional Devel...

Deadline: 02/15/27

In-kind support to USA, Canada, and International fitness professionals for professional development. The purpose of funding is to enable and encourage talented fitness professionals to enter the fitness industry. The chosen applicant will receive a variety of pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 216167

Grant to a USA Law Enforcement Officer to Purchase Strength Training Equipment

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA law enforcement officer to purchase strength training equipment. Funding is intended to provide a law enforcement officer with the tools needed to improve their health and safety through enhanced physical training, including strength...

GrantWatch ID#: 217384

Grant to a USA Fitness Professional to Purchase Exercise Equipment to Support the Training of ...

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA fitness professional to purchase exercise equipment to support the training of firefighters. Funding is intended to improve the well-being and health of both volunteer and career firefighters. All applicants must be current members o...

GrantWatch ID#: 223364

Grants to USA Fitness Professionals to Purchase Exercise Equipment for Disabled Veterans

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grants to USA fitness professionals to purchase exercise equipment that will be used by disabled veterans. Funding is intended to improve the physical and mental well-being of members of the armed forces and veterans through strength training. All applicants must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 223365

Grant to a USA Fitness Professional to Purchase Exercise Equipment to Support the Training of ...

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA fitness professional to purchase exercise equipment to support the training of law enforcement. Funding is intended to improve the well-being and health of various members of law enforcement. All applicants must be current members of...

GrantWatch ID#: 223366

In-Kind Professional Support to USA Entities for Local Conservation Efforts

Deadline: 03/01/27

In-kind professional support to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, government agencies, and community groups for recreation and conservation projects throughout the country. Applicants must contact the appropriate regional office before submittin...

GrantWatch ID#: 181356

Grants to USA Nonprofit Organizations and Associations to Promote the Sport of Ice Hockey

Deadline: 03/01/27

Grants to USA nonprofit charitable organizations and qualifying associations to support the sport of ice hockey. Funding is intended to assist with programs, projects, and expenses that promote participation in the sport throughout the country. The purposes of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 220862

Scholarships to USA and Canada High School and College Students for Training and Education Rel...

Deadline: 03/15/27

Scholarships to USA and Canada high school and college students for training and education to pursue careers in the dude ranch industry. Funding is intended for studies in a wide range of fields that have relevance to the industry. Scholarship recipients must comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 221336

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support and Encourage Children and Young Adults to Dance

Deadline: 04/01/27

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support and encourage children and young adults to dance. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying to verify that grant funds are available. Funding is intended for a wide range of dance-...

GrantWatch ID#: 220778

Grants to USA Military Service Members and their Dependents to Receive Equestrian Training

Deadline: 05/15/27

Grants of $1,000 to USA current and former military service members and their family members to receive equestrian training. Funding is intended to provide beneficiaries with dressage educational experiences that are outside the rider's typical training plan. Exam...

GrantWatch ID#: 208121

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Recreational Activities for Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants of up to $1,500 to USA nonprofit organizations for recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. Eligible expenses include registration fees, equipment, facilities, and housing. Priority will be given to programs that serve low-income or economic...

GrantWatch ID#: 153362

Grants to USA Nonprofit Hockey Associations to Increase Participation in the Sport of Hockey b...

Deadline: 06/01/27

Grants to USA nonprofit registered hockey associations for programs that develop the sport of hockey for young girls. Funding is intended for equipment, marketing, advertising, ice, and other expenses. The purpose of the program is to increase participation in hoc...

GrantWatch ID#: 220963

Grants to USA Families of Active or Injured Military Service Members and Veterans for Children...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $300 to USA families of active military personnel and injured service members or veterans to support extracurricular activities for children. Funding is intended for a range of activities such as camps, sports, tutoring, performing and fine arts, d...

GrantWatch ID#: 156741

Grants to Florida Neighborhood Associations for Events in Eligible Locations

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $250 to Florida neighborhood associations and groups in eligible locations for community gatherings, events, and projects. Funding is intended for activities and events that will deepen a sense of community and foster neighborhood pride. Events mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 157391

Grants to USA First Responders, Military Personnel, and Veterans with Disabilities for Sports ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA first responders, military personnel, and veterans with disabilities for sports and fitness programs that enhance their physical and mental health. Applicants may request funding for sports equipment and program expenses. The purpose of the program i...

GrantWatch ID#: 159935

In-Kind Grants to USA Agencies and Nonprofits in Multiple States to Develop Play Areas

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind grants to USA municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in multiple states to support the development of new playgrounds. The purpose of this program is to serve low-income communities that do not have a playspace or need to replace an unsafe...

GrantWatch ID#: 163580

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Public Welfare Activities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for public welfare activities. Funding is intended to support impactful projects that address social needs across the globe. Requests will be accepted for activities in the areas of education, arts a...

GrantWatch ID#: 163829

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Society

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit society. Funding is intended for initiatives in the following focus areas: education, literacy, democracy, civil liberties, environment, Jewish Community, and reproductive health and rights...

GrantWatch ID#: 164373

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and For-Profits for Sporting Events that Attract Tourists in Elig...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $40,000 per year to Florida nonprofit organizations and businesses for sports events that promote local tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended to attract visitors and increase hotel room occupancy in the area. Grants may be used for local...

GrantWatch ID#: 175386

Grants to USA Youth Athletic Organizations to Enhance Sports Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA youth athletic organizations to enhance programs and experiences for youth in sports programs. Priority will be given to applicants located in low-income areas. Funding is intended to help support and broaden programs that are high qu...

GrantWatch ID#: 179469

Sponsorships to USA Companies and Organizations in Multiple States to Support Events and Oppor...

Deadline: Ongoing

Sponsorships to USA companies and organizations in multiple states to support events and opportunities in the communities where the funding source does business. Past sponsorships have included athletic, artistic, and community events. Special consideration will b...

GrantWatch ID#: 182121