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136 Sports and Recreation Grants for California

Sports grants and recreation facilities grants to enhance the lives of girls and boys through physical activity and responsible sports, youth sports, wildlife sports, and community sports programs.

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Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Cycling Event Organizers to Arrange and Run Cycling Events

Deadline 04/04/25

Grants and in-kind support to USA cycling event organizers to arrange and run cycling events for beginners, junior cyclists, and women. In addition to funds for the promoters, clinics will be offered to help new participants prepare to compete in a variety of events in...

GrantWatch ID#: 219755

Opportunity for a USA, Canada, or International Organization to Manage a Youth Program to Prom...

Deadline 04/07/25

Opportunity for a USA, Canada, or International organization to manage a youth program to promote sports in local communities. The program will offer the cohort of young people funding for projects, connection with a worldwide network of youth, and expert guidance and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220048

Grants to California Cities, Nonprofits, and Schools in Eligible Locations to Support Local Pl...

Deadline 04/11/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to California cities, nonprofit organizations, and schools in eligible locations to support local playgrounds and parks. Funding is intended to encourage adults and children to be more physically active. Projects must provide a benefit or servic...

GrantWatch ID#: 219365

Grants to USA Middle Schools for After-School Athletics Programming

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants to USA middle schools for after-school athletics programming serving students in grades 6-8. Funding is intended for the acquisition of sports equipment, safety equipment, and uniforms. The goal of the funding source is to help as many programs and schools as po...

GrantWatch ID#: 163705

Awards to USA Public or Private Schools for Establishing and Implementing Evidence-Based Healt...

Deadline 04/15/25

Awards to USA public or private schools under the direction of an LEA, Charter Management Organization (CMO), or the Bureau of Indian Education for establishing and implementing evidence-based health practices. Schools may apply in any or all of nine categories, includ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219198

Grants to California Entities to Hold Special Events in Eligible Locations

Deadline 04/16/25

Grants of up to $2,500 to California entities to hold special events in eligible locations. Funding may be used to offset related expenses such as permit fees, equipment and facility rentals, and eligible staff services. All events must take place within the city limit...

GrantWatch ID#: 214645
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Research Related to Male Mental Hea...

Deadline 04/16/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for research related male mental health. Funding is intended to support research exploring the relationship between masculinity, gaming, and the mental wellbeing of boys and men. Eligible applicants can demonstrate...

GrantWatch ID#: 219992

Grants to California Agencies and Tribes for Projects to Prevent the Spread of Invasive Specie...

Deadline 04/18/25

Grants to California government agencies and tribes for projects to prevent the spread of invasive species in state waterways. Funding is intended for entities that manage or own reservoirs that are open to the general public for recreational activities. The applicant ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202028

Grants to California Agencies for Water Safety Equipment

Deadline 04/30/25

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 for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 150443

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

Deadline 04/30/25

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 educa...

GrantWatch ID#: 179275
NEW

Grants to USA Individuals with Disabilities to Purchase Sports and Recreational Equipment

Deadline 04/30/25

Grants to USA individuals with disabilities to purchase sports and recreational equipment. Funding is intended to promote active lifestyles among people with paralysis due to spinal cord injury. Grant funds may be used for any type of equipment that is designed for ind...

GrantWatch ID#: 180260

In-Kind Donations of Water Bottles to USA Nonprofits that Work to Improve Green Spaces

Deadline 04/30/25

In-kind donations to USA nonprofit organizations of high-quality drinkware. Requests are welcome from organizations working to develop, enhance, and increase accessibility to parks, beaches, and green spaces. The funding source will donate new water bottles to be used ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202026

In-Kind Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and Bike Clubs for the Planning and Development of...

Deadline 04/30/25

In-kind grants valued at up to $30,000 to USA government agencies, qualified nonprofit organizations, and bike clubs for the development of trail systems designed for bikes. Grantees will receive planning and consultation services that will advance projects that create...

GrantWatch ID#: 204141

Grants to California Nonprofits to Enhance Parks and Facilities in Eligible Locations

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to California nonprofit organizations to enhance local parks and park facilities in eligible locations. Support is given to capital improvement projects that reflect the needs of the local community. This grant program...

GrantWatch ID#: 138607

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Sports Photographers...

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants of $2,500, grants of $5,000, and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International early-career sports photographers to support career growth. In addition to funds, grant recipients will benefit from professional development opportunities, participate in a photo...

GrantWatch ID#: 202161
NEW

Grants to California Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Programs to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline 05/01/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for programs to benefit the local community. In the past, funding has supported programs that benefit youth, underprivileged residents, military personnel, veterans, and activities related to sports. Fundin...

GrantWatch ID#: 202291
NEW

Prizes and In-Kind Support to USA Black and Hispanic Entrepreneurs to Support Business Endeavo...

Deadline 05/02/25

Prizes and in-kind support to USA Black and Hispanic entrepreneurs to support business endeavors. Funding is intended to provide support and guidelines to businesses in one of the following categories: healthcare, media and entertainment, technology, consumer products ...

GrantWatch ID#: 193736
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Amateur Sports Leagues, Schools, and Parks and Recreation Department...

Deadline 05/02/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, amateur sports leagues, schools, and parks and recreation departments to improve the health and well-being of girls. Funding is intended to support sports programs that serve girls aged 11 to 18 from predominately BIPOC communitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 208417
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Land Trusts, Agencies, Recreation Clubs, Trail Associations, and Tri...

Deadline 05/07/25

Grants of up to $25,000 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 specific projects in the focus areas of land acquisit...

GrantWatch ID#: 216315

Prizes to USA Nonprofits and Municipalities for Community Development Projects

Deadline 05/09/25

Prizes to USA nonprofit organizations for community development projects. Past projects supported by the prize money include park improvements, community gardens, sports fields, and agricultural education programs. Eligible projects must be located within a 50-mile rad...

GrantWatch ID#: 195030

Grants to California Nonprofits and Local Agencies in Eligible Regions for Programs that Promo...

Deadline 05/09/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to California nonprofit organizations, community groups, local government agencies, and coalitions in eligible regions for programs that increase access to parks and recreational opportunities. Funding is intended to assist with existing project...

GrantWatch ID#: 196560

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

Deadline 05/15/25

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. Examples ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208121
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Academic Institutions for Innovative Projects to Impro...

Deadline 05/30/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions for innovative projects whose aim is to improve mental health through increased physical activity. Projects should have a community education component about the posi...

GrantWatch ID#: 216253

Sponsorships to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Local Events in Eligible Regions

Deadline 05/31/25

Sponsorships to California nonprofit organizations and government agencies to promote local events in eligible regions. The purpose of the program is to educate the public about the importance of maritime commerce, advance international trade, and provide recreational ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217166
NEW

Grants to USA Individuals to Train for Horse Riding Events

Deadline 06/01/25

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, impr...

GrantWatch ID#: 196783

Grants to USA State Governments to Increase Recreational Activities in Underserved and Urban C...

Deadline 06/01/25

Grants to USA and territories state governments to increase accessibility to recreational activities in underserved and urban communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several months to complete. Eligible projects include campgrounds, com...

GrantWatch ID#: 212095

Grants to California Local and State Agencies to Acquire or Rehabilitate Outdoor Recreation Ar...

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants to California local and state government agencies to enhance outdoor recreation areas and facilities. Funding is intended to support acquisition projects or development projects for public outdoor recreation, including the construction of new or renovation of ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 130268

Grants to California Organizations, Schools, Property Owners, and Agencies for Projects to Imp...

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants of up to $3,000 to California organizations, schools, property owners, and agencies in eligible regions to improve air quality. Funding is intended for low-cost projects that will result in reduced truck and car vehicle emissions, or result in a reduction in mil...

GrantWatch ID#: 148635

Grants to California Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, and Individuals to Improve Stormwater ...

Deadline 06/02/25

Grants to California nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for projects to upgrade stormwater infrastructure in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve the functionality of the area's sewer system by decreasing the amount...

GrantWatch ID#: 208818

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools in Eligible Regions to Benefit Local Re...

Deadline 06/05/25

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 develop ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197942
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Fitness and Running Programs to Improve Children's Health

Deadline 06/15/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for programs to improve children's health. Funding is intended for programs that increase the well-being of children and youth through physical activities. The goal of the program is to encourage and inspire youth ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172484

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs and Projects to Benefit Local Youth in Eligible L...

Deadline 06/15/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to California nonprofit organizations for youth-oriented projects and programs in eligible locations. Funding is intended for existing initiatives that align with the Foundation’s priority areas, which include sports, education, and health and...

GrantWatch ID#: 178904
NEW

Grants to USA Top Athletes for Support in Reaching International Competitions

Deadline 06/19/25

Grants to USA top-tier athletes in eligible sports disciplines to further their development, training, and career success. Funding is intended to support ranking athletes who have earned a college degree and are working toward reaching elite international competitions ...

GrantWatch ID#: 159936
Upcoming

Grants to California Nonprofits, Businesses, and Agencies in Eligible Locations to Improve the...

Deadline 06/26/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies in eligible locations for projects that benefit the community. Program areas include homelessness, income inequality, education, health, arts, food insecurity, water pollution, employment...

GrantWatch ID#: 162268
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Expand Safe Usage of Off-Highway Vehicles and Protect Access to Pu...

Deadline 06/30/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations 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,...

GrantWatch ID#: 177556
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Community Leaders for Capital Projects to Revitalize Public Commu...

Deadline 06/30/25

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. Proj...

GrantWatch ID#: 197389

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

Deadline 06/30/25

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

GrantWatch ID#: 214776
NEW

Grants to USA Students for Local Community Service Projects

Deadline 07/01/25

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 residen...

GrantWatch ID#: 156531

Grants to USA Individuals, Disc-Related Sports Organizations, and Nonprofits to Promote Youth ...

Deadline 07/15/25

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals and nonprofit and disc-related sports organizations to promote youth participation in disc sports. Funding may be used for a variety of purposes, including but not limited to creating new teams, initiating new playing opportuni...

GrantWatch ID#: 215911
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Recreational Programs for Children with Special Needs

Deadline 07/15/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for recreational programs for children with special needs. Funding is intended to cover expenses related to a wide range of programming, including drama, dance, music, art, and recreation. Programs should be exclusively designed to...

GrantWatch ID#: 219020
NEW

Grants to California Nonprofits to Preserve the Well-Being of Retired Thoroughbred Racehorses

Deadline 07/30/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to preserve the well-being of thoroughbred horses after they have been retired from their racing careers. Funding is intended to support basic needs as well as placement in homes and in second careers. To be eligible, horses...

GrantWatch ID#: 146055
NEW

In-Kind Grants to USA Organizations for Equipment and Instructional Materials that Promote Par...

Deadline 07/31/25

In-kind grants to USA youth-serving organizations for equipment and curriculum materials to enhance participation in the sport of lacrosse. Selected recipients will receive a a set of equipment, including lacrosse balls, sticks, cones, and goals, in addition to instruc...

GrantWatch ID#: 173934
NEW

In-Kind Grants of Sporting Goods to USA Organizations, Teams, Groups, and Individuals for Lacr...

Deadline 07/31/25

In-kind grants of sporting goods to USA organizations, teams, groups, and individuals for lacrosse-related sports gear. The purpose of the program is to ensure that the equipment required to play will be both accessible and affordable for all. Successful applicants wil...

GrantWatch ID#: 204773
NEW

Grants to USA Youth Sports Organizations to Foster Diversity and Accessibility in the Sport of...

Deadline 07/31/25

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA youth-serving sports organizations to foster diversity and accessibility in the sport of lacrosse. Funding is intended for projects to enable individuals with disabilities to participate as well as projects that promote accessibility and i...

GrantWatch ID#: 213489
NEW

Grants to USA and Canada Individuals with Severe Injuries for Adaptive Equipment and Recovery ...

Deadline 07/31/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and Canada individuals who have suffered severe injuries for adaptive equipment and expenses related to their recovery. Funding is intended for individuals who have been injured while participating in sports activities, veterans injured w...

GrantWatch ID#: 213823
NEW

Grants to USA Organizations to Support Professional Development for Lacrosse Coaches and Offic...

Deadline 07/31/25

Grants to USA youth-serving organizations to support professional development for lacrosse coaches and officials. Funding is intended to assist with expenses in attending a program that will enhance their skills and provide networking opportunities and leadership train...

GrantWatch ID#: 215118

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Archery Programs

Deadline 08/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for archery programs. Funding is intended to support projects and plans related to archery at schools, IHEs, and sports clubs. The purpose of the grant program is to further the sport of archery and to inspire more people to learn ...

GrantWatch ID#: 153511

Grants to USA Organizations, Agencies, and Individuals for Projects to Promote Rock Climbing

Deadline 08/01/25

Grants to USA organizations, government agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that promote rock climbing. Applicants requesting large amounts or land acquisition support must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects to incr...

GrantWatch ID#: 172915

Grants to California Nonprofits for Inititaives to Improve the Quality of Life for State Resid...

Deadline 08/01/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for initiatives to improve the quality of life for stat residents. Funding is intended for a wide range of focus areas, including culture, conservation, sports, economic opportunity, animal rescue, fitness and health, public...

GrantWatch ID#: 215734
NEW

In-kind Support to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies for Recreational Equipment

Deadline 08/05/25

In-kind support to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, schools, IHEs, and government agencies for recreational equipment. The goal of the grant is to increase exposure to pickleball by providing essential equipment, including paddles, balls, and nets. Grants w...

GrantWatch ID#: 218060
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