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Playground Grants in Kentucky

Active grant programs that fund playgrounds, parks, and recreation projects in Kentucky. We re-check the source portal weekly so the list stays current. Source: Kentucky Department of Parks.

Federated Transportation Services Of The Bluegrass Inc
Federated Transportation Services Of The Bluegrass Inc — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE P52Z). Located in Lexington, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Tamarack Burns Playground Assocation
Tamarack Burns Playground Assocation — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE N63). Located in Owensboro, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Lost Boys And Girls Foundation
Lost Boys And Girls Foundation — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE O50). Located in Louisville, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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BNSF Railway Foundation
BNSF Railway Foundation — Civic Services Grants
Grants to 501(c)(3)s and public agencies in BNSF's 28-state operating footprint. Civic Services category funds community parks, playgrounds, and outdoor recreation.
Award: $1,000–$25,000
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Publix Super Markets Charities
Publix Super Markets Charities — Community Grants
Grants in Publix operating states supporting youth, education, and community well-being. Eligible projects include playgrounds and recreation centers.
Award: $5,000–$100,000
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Stanley Community Playground
Stanley Community Playground — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE N32). Located in Owensboro, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Kentucky Department of Parks
Kentucky Heritage Land Conservation Fund
State funding for acquisition of significant natural and recreational lands. Program details: https://heritageland.ky.gov/
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Duke Energy Foundation
Duke Energy Foundation — Community Impact Grants
Grants in Duke Energy operating states for community vitality including parks, playgrounds, and youth-recreation infrastructure.
Award: $5,000–$100,000
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Boys And Girls Clubs Foundation
Boys And Girls Clubs Foundation — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE ?). Located in Louisville, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Boys & Girls Clubs Inc
Boys & Girls Clubs Inc — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE ?). Located in Louisville, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Secretariat Park Foundation Inc
Secretariat Park Foundation Inc — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE A12). Located in Paris, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Alrahma After School
Alrahma After School — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE Z99). Located in Louisville, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Southwest Youth Sports
Southwest Youth Sports — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE N60). Located in Louisville, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Youth Sports Inc
Youth Sports Inc — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE O51). Located in Southgate, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Whitesville Playground Association Inc
Whitesville Playground Association Inc — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE N32). Located in Whitesville, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Utica Playground Association Inc
Utica Playground Association Inc — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE N32). Located in Utica, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Kentucky Department of Parks
Recreational Trails Program (RTP) — Kentucky
FHWA pass-through for trail construction, maintenance, and trailhead facilities. Program details: https://kydlgweb.ky.gov/FundsMgmt/rtp.cfm
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Kentucky Department of Parks
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) — Kentucky
Federal LWCF pass-through administered by Kentucky DLG. 50% match. Program details: https://kydlgweb.ky.gov/FundsMgmt/lwcf.cfm
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Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club Inc
Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club Inc — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE O23Z). Located in Owensboro, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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University Of Louisville Athletic
University Of Louisville Athletic — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE N030). Located in Louisville, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Clay County Youth Activities And Recreation Inc
Clay County Youth Activities And Recreation Inc — Foundation Grant Opportunity
Foundation surfaced via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer NTEE-classification sweep (NTEE N99). Located in Manchester, KY. Auto-promoted: organization name matches playground/parks/youth/recreation keywords.
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Frequently asked questions about Kentucky playground grants

Who can apply for playground grants in Kentucky?

Most Kentucky grants are open to public agencies (school districts, parks departments, municipalities), 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and tribal entities. A handful are restricted to specific county types or census-designated places. Each grant card above lists eligibility — the matcher narrows the list to programs your specific organization type qualifies for.

How much can I get from a Kentucky playground grant?

Kentucky programs typically award between $10,000 and $250,000, with a few capital programs going higher. Most require a 1:1 local match, though some allow in-kind contributions to count. Click into any grant above to see its specific award range and match requirements.

What's the difference between state and federal playground grants?

State grants like the ones above tend to have shorter application windows, smaller award ranges, and stricter geographic eligibility (you must be in Kentucky). Federal grants — Land & Water Conservation Fund, CDBG, etc. — award more but have longer review cycles and more competitive applicant pools. We surface both in the grant matcher.

Do you help with the Kentucky grant application?

Yes. When you're applying for a grant that includes our equipment, we provide a Grant-Ready Documentation Package free of charge: formatted equipment quote, ADA compliance notes, site layout sketch, and a validity letter on our letterhead that grant reviewers expect. Submit a quote request to start.

Already applying for a Kentucky grant?

We'll send you a free Grant-Ready Documentation Package — formatted quote, ADA compliance notes, site layout sketch, and validity letter — within 48 hours. Reviewers expect to see these.

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