The U.S. Department of the Interior announced more than $327 million in formula grants and $134 million in competitive grants from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to all 50 states, U.S. territories and the District of Columbia.

$1.6 million in grant funding will support five projects that will benefit communities and wildlife habitats in southeast Michigan. 

Up to $4 million in grants are available to state, local and tribal governments through the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to support efforts to prevent drowning and drain entrapment in pools and spas. 

Trust for Public Land has released its 2026 ParkScore index, which has ranked Washington, D.C., as the nation’s best big-city park system for the sixth consecutive year. 

The Association of Aquatic Professionals has officially launched a new podcast, “Discussions From the Deep End: A Podcast for Aquatic Professionals by Aquatic Professionals.”

A new partnership will bring NHL STREET to schools nationwide through a free, standards-aligned street hockey curriculum and equipment grant program. 

On June 25, The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, a global water safety event uniting waterparks, aquatic facilities and community organizations around the world, will celebrate its 17th anniversary.

American Trails’ 2026 Trails Capacity Grant Program is now open. 

Fitness facility membership hit an all-time high in 2025, with 81 million Americans belonging to a gym, studio or other fitness facility, according to newly released research from the Health & Fitness Association (HFA).

Trust for Public Land is applauding landmark legislation that would help transform millions of acres of asphalt-covered schoolyards into nature-rich spaces for learning, play and community use.