Established in 2024, MetroParks of Butler County's Community Grant program provides grant funding to local political subdivisions and 501(c)(3) organizations that offer public access to Butler County parks and outdoor recreational opportunities. Organizations may apply for up to $5,000 for improvements to outdoor recreational facilities.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Community Grant Program! All application materials are due to MetroParks by June 17, 2026. 

2026 Community Grant Program Application

Congratulations to MetroParks' 2025 Grant Awardees

-Bull's Run Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum: $5,000 for bridge and railroad tie repairs and replacements
-Liberty Township: $5,000 for Thomin Park signs and picnic tables
-Miami University Regionals: $5,000 for bench swings for students at regional campuses
-St. Clair Township: $4,900 for mulch replacement at Overpeck Park & Playground
-Three Valley Conservation Trust: $5,000 for additional parking spaces at Ruder Preserve

Congratulations to MetroParks' 2024 Grant Awardees

-Oxford Township: $1,500 for Oxford Township Cemetery benches
-Morgan Township: $5,000 for Morgan Township Community Park benches
-Hanover Township: $5,000 for Hanover Park playground improvements
-Three Valley Conservation Trust: $5,000 for Ruder Preserve boardwalk improvements
-Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park: $5,000 for Fortified Hill benches