Bainbridge Island Parks Foundation intends to distribute up to $15,000 in grant funds available for distribution this fall, and is now accepting grant applications.

The foundation is committed to enhancing the island’s parks and recreational facilities and to providing continued opportunities for all to participate in recreational, athletic and cultural programs.

Groups and organizations applying for the grant do not need to be nonprofit organizations to be eligible.

Past recipients have included the Sailing Club, Battle Point Astronomical Association, the Rowing Club, the Bainbridge Island Land Trust, Bainbridge Island Historical Museum, the Downtown Association, the Student Conservation Corps and Bainbridge Youth Services.

To learn more about eligibility requirements and to obtain an application go to www.biparksfoundation.org and click on the “grants” link.

The submission deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 3.

Finalists will be contacted with notification and invited to make a presentation to the board on Tuesday, Dec. 10.

Email admin@biparksfoundation.org for details.