180 Indiana Sports and Recreation Grants

180 Sports and Recreation Grants for Indiana

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 USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Projects to Improve Mental Health

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and academic institutions for programs that use physical activity to improve mental health. Funding is intended to support projects that engage participants in structured activities, demo...

GrantWatch ID#: 216253
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Grants to USA Schools, Nonprofit Organizations, and Municipalities for Capital Projects to Pro...

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants of $25,000 to USA schools, nonprofit organizations, and municipalities for capital projects to promote paddle sports. Funding is intended for the installation or renovation of pickleball courts in public facilities. The goal of the funding program is to inc...

GrantWatch ID#: 227972
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Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits and Individuals for Projects to Benefit Cyclists

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, cycling clubs, individuals, and trail associations for projects to benefit cyclists. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives, including but not limited to developing new miles of trails, attracting ne...

GrantWatch ID#: 220488
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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
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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
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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
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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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Tax Credits for Indiana Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life of Local Residents

Deadline: 05/01/26

Tax credits of up to $15,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations to facilitate projects that improve the quality of life of local residents. Organizations will be granted state tax credits to encourage donations from residents and corporations. Eligible projects in...

GrantWatch ID#: 138636
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Grants to Indiana Organizations to Benefit Residents in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Indiana organizations to benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of healthy minds and bodies, inspiring places, connected communities, everyone's economy, and lifelong learning. The gr...

GrantWatch ID#: 180575
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Foundations and Conservancies to Promote Conservation...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International foundations and conservancies to promote conservation activities. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: wildlife and habitat protection, youth education, and shooting sports. F...

GrantWatch ID#: 220766

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Municipalities for Community Development Projects

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants of $25,000 and equipment vouchers 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 projec...

GrantWatch ID#: 195030

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit Older Adults and People with Disabilities

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that positively impact the lives of seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their families. The grant program s...

GrantWatch ID#: 220197

Grants to Indiana Neighborhood Associations to Strengthen and Build Community Connections

Deadline: 05/08/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Indiana neighborhood associations for community activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs that enhance neighborhood connections by bringing together organizations, businesses, and residents. The program's goal is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 221471

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs that Address Community Needs

Deadline: 05/11/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended for new or ongoing projects that address local needs. Previous grants benefited schools, libraries, parks, gardening a...

GrantWatch ID#: 129332

Grants to USA Non-Federal Entities for Athletics Programs for Veterans with Disabilities

Deadline: 05/13/26

Grants to USA and territories non-federal entities to create therapeutic athletics programs serving veterans and current military personnel who have disabilities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is int...

GrantWatch ID#: 180970

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and Faith-Based Entities to Benefit Eligible Communiti...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based entities for community development programs in eligible counties. Funding is intended for activities and projects that include, but are not limited to, beautification projects, buildin...

GrantWatch ID#: 194897

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

Deadline: 05/15/26

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 in Multiple States for Impactful Community Projects

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for impactful community projects. Activities focusing on youth, the environment, or education will receive extra consideration. Applicants must be customers of the funding source. Examples of p...

GrantWatch ID#: 212953

Grants to USA Sports Medicine Residency Programs to Train a Resident Focused on Canine Health

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA sports medicine residency programs to train a resident focused on canine health. Funding is intended for the establishment of a residency position that is canine-focused; the program aims to increase the number of specialists who can treat working do...

GrantWatch ID#: 220899

Grants to USA Qualifying Youth Sports Leagues for Initiatives to Promote Safety in Sports

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA qualifying youth sports leagues for initiatives to promote safety in sports. Applicants must complete a safety questionnaire and facility survey prior to applying. Funding is intended for facility enhancements and defibrillators. The purpose of the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 228085

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Improve Recreational Trails

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and tribes to improve trails for recreational use. Funding is available for trails that offer nonmotorized and motorized use, including horseback riding, hiking, snowmobi...

GrantWatch ID#: 228705

Grants to Indiana Administrators, Teachers, Parent Groups, and Students for Educational Projec...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Indiana administrators, teachers, school personnel, parent groups, students, and student groups in eligible regions for educational projects. Funding may be requested for projects to take place within individual classrooms or entire schools, as well as m...

GrantWatch ID#: 177394

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Individuals with Disabilities in Eligib...

Deadline: 05/22/26 LOI Date: 04/24/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life of adults and children with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities in eligible counties. Some applicants must submit an LOI and first-time applicants must contact program staf...

GrantWatch ID#: 181274

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Address the Needs of Eligible Communities

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for activities that address the needs of communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to children and youth, elder care, community beautifica...

GrantWatch ID#: 201814
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Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects to Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 05/23/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations, public agencies, local governments, and partnerships for projects to strengthen communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects to improve and develop public spaces and community programs and projects th...

GrantWatch ID#: 228462

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Nonprofit or IHE for Sports-Based Exchange Programs

Deadline: 05/26/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit organization or IHE for sports-based exchange programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to enhance cross-cultural understanding through sports and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 188396

Cooperative Agreement to a USA IHE or Nonprofit for a Sports Exchange Program

Deadline: 05/26/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA IHE or nonprofit organization to send professional athletes abroad for an exchange program. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to promote cross-cultural understa...

GrantWatch ID#: 228323

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Nonprofit or IHE for a Flexible Sports Exchange Program

Deadline: 05/26/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit organization or IHE for a flexible sports exchange program that can be activated on short notice. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to activate a spec...

GrantWatch ID#: 228324

Grants to Indiana Organizations to Promote Tourism in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana organizations for hosting and promoting events and activities with tourism potential in eligible locations. Funding is intended to sponsor events that attract visitors, enhance economic development, and increase overnight hotel-m...

GrantWatch ID#: 195345

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK Nonprofits for Programs that Help Local Communities

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK nonprofit organizations for programs that help local communities. Funding is intended for a variety of activities that expand equitable access to STEM learning, enhance community green spaces and nature, and support efforts to reduce ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212008

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support programs and activities within the focus areas of arts and culture, community and economic development, environment, educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 132187

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Recreational Activities for Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: 06/01/26

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

Award to a USA or Canada Public Health Official for Recreational Water Safety Contributions

Deadline: 06/01/26

Award of $5,000 to a USA or Canada public health official or department to recognize exceptional achievements in the advancement of recreational water safety. The award recipient will be honored for outstanding work in public health and in the safe use of water in...

GrantWatch ID#: 195859

Grants to USA Individuals to Train for Horse Riding Events

Deadline: 06/01/26

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 Indiana Neighborhood Groups for Resident-Led Improvement Projects

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Indiana neighborhood groups for resident-led projects to improve neighborhoods in eligible locations. Applicants must schedule a planning meeting with program staff and complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intend...

GrantWatch ID#: 210768

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Projects to Address Community Needs and Interests

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for projects to address community needs and interests in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to education, environment, conservation, youth, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 210954

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

Deadline: 06/01/26

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

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Organization for Research on Sports Gambling

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit or for-profit organization for preliminary research projects related to sports gambling. Funding is intended for research to address the relationship between athletes and sports bettors. The goal of the grant prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 228521

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International Entity for College Sports Gambling Research

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit or for-profit organization for research projects related to college sports gambling. Funding is intended for seed research projects that address risk factors, gambling behaviors, and protective factors among colle...

GrantWatch ID#: 228522

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA BIPOC Entrepreneurs in the Outdoors Industry

Deadline: 06/07/26

Grants and in-kind support to USA BIPOC entrepreneurs building companies in the outdoors industry. Participants will receive several months of workshops and mentorship, at the end of which they will receive a cash grant to be applied to their business needs. This ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221692

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Individuals with Physical Disabilities

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit veterans and individuals with physical disabilities. Funding is intended for a range of activities to support people who have experienced illness or traumatic injury, as well as those coping with a limb...

GrantWatch ID#: 215652

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs and services that enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of arts and culture, education, youth, civic affairs, community development, env...

GrantWatch ID#: 174201

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 06/26/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to help nonprofits be more effective, efficient, and self-sustaining....

GrantWatch ID#: 152402

Grants for Indiana Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to benefit communities within the funding source’s service area and nearby communities. Consideration will be given to proposals in the areas of education, recreation, human services, health and medical, environmental aw...

GrantWatch ID#: 154157

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

Deadline: 06/30/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177556

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

Deadline: 06/30/26

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....

GrantWatch ID#: 197389

In-Kind Donations of Drinkware to USA Nonprofits Supporting Community Benefit Activities in El...

Deadline: 06/30/26

In-kind donations of high-quality drinkware to USA nonprofit organizations for use at events or as rewards. Requests are welcome from organizations that support sports and movement, the arts and music, environment and climate initiatives, outdoor recreation, and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 202026

Grants to Indiana Organizations and Individuals to Increase Access to Sports for Underserved Y...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Indiana individuals and organizations in eligible areas for projects that promote youth involvement in sports and fitness programs. Funding is intended to help youth participate in athletic and recreational programs. The fund aims to provide additional a...

GrantWatch ID#: 204736

Grants to USA and Armenia Nonprofits, Foundations, Agencies, and Charities for Projects to Ben...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of $50,000 to USA and Armenia nonprofit organizations, foundations, government agencies, and charities for projects to benefit Armenian communities. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz prior to submitting an application. Funding for this round is f...

GrantWatch ID#: 209519

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

Deadline: 06/30/26

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