Grants for Recreational Facilities Development

Finding Grants for Your Project

Planning to build or renovate a sports field, track, court, or outdoor gym can be challenging, especially when it comes to funding. We’ve compiled a list of relevant grants available nationwide to help you get started.

Types of Grants Available

Grants are available from federal and state governments, as well as private organizations like professional sports leagues and corporations. These grants typically target non-profits, public schools, underserved communities, and youth sports programs.

Key Grant Programs

Federal & Governmental Grants

• UPARR Program: Financial and technical assistance for recreational facility rehabilitation in economically disadvantaged cities.
• Land and Water Conservation Fund: Grants for developing parks and athletic fields.
• EPA Brown/Greenfield Program: Grants for transforming brownfields for community use, including sports fields.
• USDA Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program: Funding for sports and recreational facilities in rural areas.
• HUD Community Development Block Grant Program: Grants for constructing or rehabilitating public and recreational facilities.
• NPS Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program: Grants for underserved urban communities to develop outdoor recreation spaces.
• NRPA Grants: Funding for parks and recreational facilities.

Private Grants

• MLB/MLBPA Youth Development Foundation: Grants for youth baseball and softball facilities.
• NFL PLAY 60 Initiative: Grants for playgrounds, gymnasiums, and fitness technology.
• US Soccer Foundation Safe Places to Play: Transforming underutilized areas into soccer pitches.
• USA Track & Field Foundation: Funding for track surfacing and renovations.
• US Tennis Association Facility Funding: Grants for facility improvements and new court installations.
• Dick’s Sporting Goods Sports Matter Foundation: Grants for sports and recreational facility development.
• Foot Locker Foundation Community Empowerment Program: Grants for youth programming and capital improvement projects.
• ESPN Home Court Program: Financing for improving local basketball courts.
• ESPN RePlay Program: Repurposing vacant spaces and rehabilitating recreational facilities in specific cities.

Tips for Applying

1. Understand Project Costs: Use our sports facility configurator to get an instant customized estimate.
2. Strong Concept: Clearly articulate why the project is necessary and beneficial.
3. Research: Explore additional organizations and foundations that may support your project. Seek advice from others who have completed similar projects.

For more details on specific grant programs, visit our air dome configurator, complete the form and get in touch with our team.