The Fort Dupont Ice Arena – Leisure and Competitive Programming is seeking aplications for its Grant Program.
Donor Name: District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation
State: District of Columbia
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 01/05/2026
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Categories
DPR will accept applications in the following categories:
- Leisure Programming
- learn-to-skate
- figure skating (developmental/leisure)
- hockey (skills development)
- broom ball
- other ice programming
- Competitive Programming
- Establishment of a competitive youth Hockey Team, composing of both boys’ and girls’ teams. The teams must be from at least two divisions, including 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U divisions.
DPR is seeking organizations through the competitive grantmaking process to provide inclusive and accessible recreational opportunities to youth in the community. Through the programs and facilities, we strive to promote physical, social, and emotional wellness, foster a sense of community, and enhance the quality of life for youth.
Funding Information
Organizations can request up to $235,000.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria are as follows:
Applicants shall meet all applicable eligibility requirements listed in this RFA. Applications that do not meet eligibility will be considered unresponsive and will not be considered for funding under this RFA. Organizations that are eligible to apply for this grant include public and private non-profit and for-profit organizations with demonstrated effectiveness in providing the requested services and meeting the needs of the target population, including:
- Non-profit, community, and faith-based organizations
- Public, charter, or alternative secondary schools
- Private and for-profit service providers.
For more information, visit DPR.


