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.
Grants to USA high schools and preparatory schools to support safe and substance-free school events. Funding is intended to cover expenses associated with school-hosted events that encourage healthy choices and substance-free celebration activities after graduation or ...
Awards to USA individuals to recognize their outstanding work to benefit children. Nominations will be accepted for individuals who have had an outstanding impact on children's lives through charitable or volunteer work at a nonprofit children's charity. All finalists ...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International artists to create an outdoor immersive installation in Kentucky. The applicants will receive a stipend and a construction budget. The project is intended to support proposals that provide engaging experiences with topics a...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support a variety of charitable initiatives in the focus areas of wellness, education, and preservation. For 2025, sub-areas of focus include early childhood educa...
Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations for environmental sustainability initiatives to improve ocean health. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that meet challenges faced by the marine and sailing industries. Eligible projects will focu...
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,...
Grants of up to $500 and grants of up to $2,000 to North Carolina charitable organizations, faith-based organizations, and groups in eligible regions to benefit the local community. Applicants must register for the grant application portal prior to submitting a proposa...
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...
Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that provide decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic oppo...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International bass fishing organizations and groups for conservation projects. Funding is intended to engage youth in projects that benefit fisheries. Eligible activities include protecting and enhancing fish habitats, boater and angler acces...
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...
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...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, public school systems, and government agencies for free public events that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent, and new applicants must first contact staff, prior to applyi...
Grants to North Carolina and South Carolina nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies in eligible locations for community gatherings that are accessible to the public. Applicants must submit a letter of intent, and new applicants must first conta...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, public school systems, and government agencies for projects that benefit the community in eligible regions. Applicants must submit a letter of intent, and new applicants must first contact staff, prior to applying. Fund...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, local government entities, fire and rescue departments, public schools, and faith-based organizations for projects and programs that address the needs of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support a...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, local units of government, public schools, and faith-based entities to address community needs in eligible counties. Funding is intended for programs and projects within the focus areas of health, education, human servi...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public schools, emergency service departments, and religious organizations for programs and projects that address the needs of the local community in eligible locations. Funded programs provide bene...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, and state, federal, and local government agencies for activities to increase safety on recreational trails statewide. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal and complete required registrations prior to ...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for youth and sports-related programs. Funding is intended to support youth development activities and enhance participation in winter sports programs. Funds may be used to develop new programs or to expand or ma...
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...
Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, fire and rescue departments, public schools, and faith-based organizations to support a wide range of community benefit projects in eligible locations. Funding may be used to s...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
Grants to North Carolina local government agencies for park and recreational projects that benefit the general public. Funding is intended to acquire, develop, and improve outdoor public facilities. Grants may also be used to protect and preserve scenic and natural res...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the quality of life for residents, improve education and recreation, and benefit youth in local communities. Gran...
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...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and faith-based entities for projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of recreation, human services, a...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and for-profit entities for marketing activities and cultural events that promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support specific tourist-related activities, such as arts and cultural events, or to...
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 ...
Grants of up to $4,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies for projects that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is for a wide range of community benefit activities, including arts, education, human services, hea...
Awards of $50,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to recognize contributions to community health in eligible counties. Applicants must complete an online registration process before applying. The awards are intended to honor organizations that address issues ...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 ...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit schools, institutions of higher education, faith-based entities, and community-based organizations for programming, projects, and general operations. Funding is intended to support educational programs, advance building projects, and ...
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...
Grants to North Carolina local government agencies to improve pedestrian access to public waterways and beaches in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a pre-application before applying. Funding is intended for site improvement activities, maintenance projects, a...
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 ...
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...
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...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies for capital projects to increase tourism in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for capital investments th...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for research projects related to the reduction of performance-enhancing drug use. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. The purpose of the funding is to address the root causes and prevent the use of the...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA schools, volunteers, and educators for activities to improve physical fitness and education for students. Funding is intended for trips to eligible roller skating rinks for physical education classes, educational STEM (K-12) field trips, o...
Grants or in-kind support of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and government agencies to ensure the future of all-terrain vehicle off-road riding. Funding is available to organizations working to preserve trail access, protect the environment, an...
Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International scientists at universities and laboratories for training and research. The purpose of this program is to contribute to the battle against the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. Fellows gain practical knowledge fr...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects related to boating and the environment. Funding is intended for projects that promote water safety, develop economical personal safety equipment, and minimize the deleterious effects boating ...
