Trails Grants for Nonprofits

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Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund

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Application Deadline:
  • Land Acquisition, Community Impact, and Pathways: Concept papers due July 23, 2026; applications due September 10, 2026
  • Regional Partnerships Initiative: Letters of intent due May 29, 2026; applications due July 22, 2026
  • Conservation Service Corps Grants, RESTORE Colorado, Transaction Cost Assistance Program, and Generation Wild: Deadlines will be added when a new funding opportunity is announced.

The Great Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund (GOCO) makes investments to help preserve and enhance Colorado's parks, trails, wildlife, rivers, and open spaces.

GOCO's specific focus is in…

Alabama Transportation Alternatives Program

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Application Deadline:

May 29, 2026

The Transportation Alternatives Program, which replaced Alabama's longstanding Transportation Enhancement Program, encompasses a variety of smaller-scale transportation projects such as pedestrian…

Red River Mutual Corporate Giving

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Application Deadline:

Donations and sponsorships: none
Spruce Up Your Story program: May 31, annually

Red River Mutual corporate giving provides support in Manitoba and Saskatchewan where the company operates.

The Spruce Up Your…

Colcom Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Letters of inquiry: none
Invited applications: February 28, May 31, August 31, and November 30, annually

Grant Range:
$9000 - $2870000
Average Grant:
$189105

The primary mission of the Colcom Foundation is to foster a sustainable environment to ensure quality of life for all Americans by addressing major causes and consequences of overpopulation and…

Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation

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Application Deadline:

March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, annually

Grant Range:
$1000 - $250000
Average Grant:
$10000 - $20000

The Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that are striving to make a better life for the people of Marshalltown, IA, and the surrounding area.

The Foundation seeks…

John K. and Luise V. Hanson Foundation

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Application Deadline:

March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, annually

Note: If the 1st falls on a weekend/holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day.

Grant Range:
$4045070 - $4045070
Average Grant:
$4045070

The John K. and Luise V. Hanson Foundation strives to support, strengthen, and enhance the quality of life in North Central Iowa and South Central Minnesota, with a majority of grants given to…

Pacific Power Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Education and STEM: March 15, annually
Community enhancement and environmental respect: June 15, annually
Arts and culture: September 15, annually
Safety and wellness: December 15, annually

Grant Range:
$1000 - $10000
Average Grant:
$2000 - $5000

The Pacific Power Foundation supports the growth and vitality of the communities served by Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power, including locations in northern California, southeastern Idaho,…

Rocky Mountain Power Foundation

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Application Deadline:

June 15, annually

Grant Range:
$2794533 - $2794533
Average Grant:
$2794533

The Rocky Mountain Power Foundation supports the growth and vitality of the communities served by Pacific Power and Rocky Mountain Power, including locations in northern California, southeastern…

Nature trails are an often overlooked resource for communities. However, a well-maintained set of trails has many benefits - including promoting physical and mental health, supporting biodiversity by reserving habitats, and boosting local economies. There are many nonprofits that have made it their mission to support nature trails and hiking areas.

These nonprofits are only able to do what they do thanks to the generous funding provided by trail grants. These grants can be used to build, repair or expand biking or hiking trails, or engage volunteers in stewardship projects targeting trails and surrounding areas. 

There are many organizations that support these kinds of grants. Traditionally this would include federal agencies. There are also many private foundations that are involved in this space, such as PeopleForBikes. 

When drafting a trails grant proposal, it's essential to use data to back up your claims. You need to prove that the trails you are discussing have, or could have, a lot of usage, while not overstressing local ecosystems. Data that you may require could include demographics of the population served, and information on projected miles of trail - as well as potential economic benefits from tourism. Good places to get started on collecting this data could include the CDC’s  PLACES, Rails-to-Trails or the Trust for Public Land.

If you need more guidance on drafting great grant proposals, then make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the topic. You can also start to browse a selection of trail grants right here, all open for applications.