Regional Everyone Outdoors Grant Program
Regional Everyone Outdoors Grant Program supports Ozarks organizations with funding for outdoor programs, public-use equipment, and gathering spaces to connect residents with nature.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Due Dates: November 12, 2026, at 11:45 p.m. (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per application for one year; $120,000 total available
Summary: Supports outdoor programming, public-use equipment, and neighborhood gathering spaces that connect Ozarks residents with nature.
Key Information: Applicants must be eligible tax-exempt organizations in the CFO service area, outside the St. Louis and Kansas City metropolitan areas.
Description
The Regional Everyone Outdoors Grant Program, administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO), connects residents with the region’s natural resources and outdoor community programming. It particularly seeks projects engaging people living in low-income and high-density neighborhoods and welcomes innovative approaches to outdoor community placemaking.
Supported work includes educational environmental programs, additional staff time for existing outdoor programming, outdoor equipment for public use, and supplies that enhance outdoor neighborhood gathering spaces. Proposals should explain how residents will connect with local parks and other natural resources, especially people who otherwise lack easy access to or awareness of outdoor recreational opportunities.
