Achelis and Bodman Support for New York Recreation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York City offering recreation, youth, education, or family programs can seek funding to support their work. Grants from Achelis and Bodman Foundation help New York nonprofits in arts and culture, recreation, health, employment, and youth and family services, primarily in the five boroughs and nearby northern New Jersey counties.
The Achelis and Bodman Foundation
Children’s Guild Foundation Grants for New York Disabilities
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children with developmental, medical, intellectual, learning, behavioral, or mental health disabilities in Western New York can seek funding for programs, services, research, capital projects, and capacity building. Focused on special-needs children, Children’s Guild Foundation invites New York recreation and related providers to propose impactful, community-grounded initiatives with clear objectives and timelines.
Childrens Guild Foundation Inc
Health and Education Funding for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support programs like food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and preventative health. New York nonprofits offering recreation or outdoor activities that promote healthy lifestyles may be eligible if their work fits these priorities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Pincus Family Foundation Grants for New York Recreation
Focused on youth recreation and well-being, Pincus Family Foundation invites New York 501(c)(3) organizations to seek funding for programs in play and recreation, health, education, and creative arts. Grants can support projects, programs, or general operations serving preK–12 youth in marginalized or under-resourced communities, with a required eligibility quiz and LOI to begin.
Pincus Family Foundation
Ralph C. Wilson Foundation Support for Recreation
Nonprofit and tax-exempt intermediary organizations in Western New York can apply for Ralph C. Wilson Foundation grants to support youth sports, recreation programs, and parks, trails, and green design projects. Recreation-focused nonprofits in counties like Erie, Niagara, and Monroe may be eligible if their projects address significant community needs with creative, collaborative approaches.
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation
New York Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits with charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for work carried out in the U.S. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt under federal law and, when applicable, California law. Recreation-focused nonprofits with qualifying missions may be competitive applicants.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Cloudsplitter Foundation Support for New York Recreation
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofits and fiscally sponsored charitable projects in New York seeking program or project funding for recreation, community facilities, trails, tourism, or related initiatives can apply for Cloudsplitter Foundation’s Program and Project Support Grants. With a mission to strengthen Adirondack communities, Cloudsplitter Foundation provides competitive, multi-issue support, prioritizing collaborations, long-term community impact, and organizations serving communities in need.
Cloudsplitter Foundation
Northern New York Community Foundation Preservation Grants
Applications due Sep 4, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations and municipalities in New York can apply for Northern New York Community Foundation’s Rock Charitable Fund grants, awarding up to US $150,000 for historic church and cemetery preservation or veterans’ medical and recreational needs in St. Lawrence County. Recreation-focused nonprofits serving veterans or historic sites may be eligible if their projects meet these purposes.
Northern New York Community Foundation
New York Recreation Funding via Carlilian Foundation
Applications due Sep 23, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Schenectady County can seek capital funding for recreation-related green space projects, such as parks, gardens, and beautified public areas in New York. The Carlilian Foundation’s Green Space Initiative supports transformative urban improvements in underserved neighborhoods, optimizing outdoor spaces for leisure, community connection, and healthier environments.
Carlilian Foundation
Storytelling and Recreation Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in New York can seek the Storytelling Grant to share the impact of their preservation, education, or wellness work through compelling narratives. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation awards more than US $50,000, which may benefit recreation and outdoor recreation programs that fit its three pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
New York State Parks Recreation Grants for New York Outdoor Recreation
Applications due Sep 26, 2026
Recreation and park-support nonprofits in New York that partner with state parks, trails, historic sites, or public lands can seek capacity-building support for organizational effectiveness projects. Grants from New York State Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation help New York outdoor recreation and conservation groups strengthen operations, expand reach, and enhance stewardship, with awards up to US $200,000.
New York State Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation
New York State Parks Support for Recreation
Full proposal due Sep 26, 2026
Nonprofit partners of New York state parks, trails, and historic sites can use these professional development grants to hire or expand permanent staff for recreation, outreach, and stewardship work in New York. The New York State Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation supports long-term organizational capacity building with awards up to US $150,001, requiring a 20% cash match.
New York State Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation
New York State Parks Recreation Grants for New York Outdoor Nonprofits
Applications due Sep 26, 2026
New York recreation and conservation nonprofits supporting state parks, trails, and public lands in New York can use these Step-Up Grants for 501(c)(3) formation costs and consultant-led organizational assessments. New York State Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation offers up to US $20,000 with a $500 cash or in-kind match required.
New York State Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation
New York Recreation Funding via New York State Parks
Applications due Sep 26, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in New York that formally partner with state parks, trails, historic sites, or DEC public lands can use these grants to expand stewardship, public access, interpretation, and promotion. Grants from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation provide up to US $300,000 in matching funds to build organizational capacity for outdoor recreation and related programs.
New York State Office of Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation
New York Recreation Funding via Mee Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York offering recreation, education, health, human services, arts, or community programs can seek more than US $1,000 for capital projects or well-established programs. With a mission to support local communities, George And Margaret Mee Charitable Foundation also considers start-up funds and new initiatives in eligible New York and nearby Pennsylvania counties.
George And Margaret Mee Charitable Foundation
Community Hardship Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing poverty, families, children, health, education, disaster relief, or related hardships in the Southern U.S. can seek single-year program support. Grants from Robinson Foundation help organizations, including those offering recreational or outdoor activities, that have operated for at least three years and serve communities below the Mason-Dixon line.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Recreation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects in New York may be eligible for funding that supports their recreational or outdoor engagement efforts. With a mission to foster positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible support for initiatives that respect people, the environment, and all life.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Outdoor Recreation Funding from Community Foundation
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Western New York can receive US $10,000 - US $50,000 to plan, develop, or construct community spaces and infrastructure that support healthy outdoor recreation and active living. Grants from Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo may benefit projects improving walkability, bikeability, greenways, waterways, and recreation corridors in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming counties.
Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
New York Education Projects Funding via Lake Champlain Basin Program
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Nonprofit and community organizations running large environmental education and outreach projects in New York and the broader Lake Champlain Basin can apply for grants of US $15,000 - US $50,000. Grants from Lake Champlain Basin Program help groups develop programs that support water quality, wildlife, recreation, and cultural resource stewardship, which may benefit recreation-focused initiatives.
Lake Champlain Basin Program
Lake Champlain Basin Program Grants for Recreation
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Nonprofit and community organizations improving water quality, wildlife, and recreation in the Lake Champlain Basin in New York can apply for Lake Champlain Basin Program Organizational Support Grants, with awards up to US $20,000. New York recreation-focused groups working on pollution prevention, habitat restoration, or related outreach in eligible basin counties may benefit.
Lake Champlain Basin Program
Basic Needs Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can seek support from Ameriprise Financial for programs in hunger relief, shelter, housing, financial literacy, and workforce readiness. New York recreation nonprofits that integrate food access, housing support, or adult self-sufficiency into their programming may be eligible if they meet U.S.-based and documentation requirements.
Ameriprise Financial
Climate Resilience Grants for New York Nonprofits
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Grants up to Up to US $50,000 support New York conservation and community organizations, municipalities, and Tribal Nations for climate resilience planning, capacity building, and land protection projects. Grants from The Nature Conservancy help groups conserve resilient floodplains and shorelines, enhance equitable community benefits, and may strengthen outdoor recreation access and nature-based opportunities.
The Nature Conservancy
Nature Conservancy Grants for New York Conservation
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) conservation and community organizations, municipalities, Tribal Nations, and agencies in New York and other Appalachian states can apply for The Nature Conservancy’s Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program; awards up to US $100,000 for fee or easement land acquisition, related project costs, and community engagement that support resilient, connected, recreation-friendly landscapes.
The Nature Conservancy
Berkshire Taconic Community Recreation Grants in New York
Applications due Feb 16, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and public entities serving Red Rock residents in New York can apply for Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Quailwood Fund grants, awarding US $500 - US $10,000 for community support, recreation facilities, conservation work, fire and rescue, and scholarships. Recreation-focused projects that enhance quality of life and include a 1:1 match may be competitive.
The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Delaware County Economic Development Grants for New York Tourism
Applications due Feb 27, 2027
Nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and fiscally sponsored entities in New York can seek funding to support tourism events, marketing, and capital improvements in Delaware County. Delaware County Economic Development offers up to US $25,000 for projects that attract out-of-county visitors and enhance recreational and tourism-related infrastructure and promotion.
Delaware County Economic Development
Northern New York Community Recreation Grants in New York
Full proposal due Apr 24, 2027
Focused on community quality of life, Northern New York Community Foundation invites New York 501(c)(3) organizations serving Lowville residents to apply for funding. The George R. Davis Fund for Lowville offers up to US $20,000 for recreation, youth development, cultural activities, historic preservation, community events, and related programs in the Village and Town of Lowville.
Northern New York Community Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Recreation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running youth education, community, food security, or environmental programs in New York can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Recreation and outdoor recreation programs that build leadership, healthy habits, or community engagement may be especially competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc