The District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking applications for its Support, Engagement, and Events Grant.
Donor Name: DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)
State: District of Columbia
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/19/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Categories
- Support Grant
- Up to five thousand dollars ($5,000) grant to purchase equipment, supplies, and materials for existing programs including sports, cultural arts, and youth development
- Engagement Grant
- Up to ten thousand dollars $10,000 grant for field trips and other engagement activities for youth groups.
- Event and Travel Grant
- Up to ten thousand dollars $10,000 grant to support either an event, tournament, or travel for athletic competitions for youth groups.
DPR is seeking organizations through the competitive grantmaking process to provide inclusive and accessible recreational opportunities to youth ages 6 to 18 in the community. Through the programs and facilities, they strive to promote physical, social, and emotional wellness, foster a sense of community, and enhance the quality of life for youth.
All applications should address the Rec for All Core Values in their programming proposal:
- Equity: Ensuring that all individuals have equal access to recreational opportunities and resources, regardless of their age, ability, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status.
- Inclusion: Creating a welcoming and supportive environment that values and respects diversity and promotes the participation of all individuals in recreational activities.
- Empowerment: Encouraging individuals to take an active role in their recreation and wellness, and providing them with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to make informed choices.
- Community: Fostering a sense of belonging and connection among individuals and groups and promoting social engagement and civic participation through recreational activities.
- Sustainability: Encouraging responsible use of natural resources and promoting environmentally friendly practices in recreational activities.
- Innovation: Embracing new and emerging technologies and practices to enhance the quality and accessibility of recreational opportunities.
Funding Information
The total amount of funding that DPR anticipates awarding is up to $540,000.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria are as follows:
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 fai0th-based organizations
- Public, charter, or alternative secondary schools
- Private and for-profit service providers.
For more information, visit DPR.
