River City Outdoors has announced the return of its Outdoors for All Grants program, offering one-time grants of up to $5,000 to support community-focused outdoor recreation projects across the Greater St. Louis bi-state region.

Now in its third year, the program continues to build momentum by investing in local initiatives that make outdoor spaces more accessible, welcoming, and sustainable.

“Some of the most impactful outdoor projects start at the community level,” says Roo Yawitz, President of River City Outdoors. “This grant program is about giving those ideas the support they need to take shape.”

Since launching in 2024, the program has awarded 11 grants totaling $26,000 to grassroots projects aimed at expanding access and improving outdoor experiences across the region.

Applications Now Open
Applications are open for the 2026 grant cycle, with a deadline of October 15, 2026. Recipients will be announced at a special celebration in November.

Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, and community-based organizations with annual budgets under $300,000. Projects must be located in the Greater St. Louis region in Missouri or Illinois and directly support outdoor recreation.

More information, including eligibility requirements, application guidelines, and evaluation process, is available at www.rivercityoutdoors.org/micro-grants.

Top Image: In 2025, St. Louis Canoe & Kayak Club was awarded an Outdoors for All Grant to launch a women’s paddling class to prepare participants for the MR340 endurance paddling race.