Grants for Environmental Projects

Last updated October 30, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,088 active grants for environmental projects in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 32 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 927 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 2,088; from 1,278 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$150K
Total listed funding: $423.2M; across 927 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 35; 91 with a published date

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Environmental Programs Grant The Bruce Krier Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Environmental Programming Grant supports organizations in Cedar Grove, Belgium, Northern Ozaukee, Oostburg, and Random Lake, Wisconsin, focusing on water-related programs and animal rehabilitation.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Hawaii Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the National Arbor Day Foundation, promotes sustainability and environmental stewardship in colleges across Hawaii.	Not published	Varies
BCAFF Scholarships: Charles O. & Grace M. Stoops Scholarship in Agricultural or Environmental Studies Grant Nebraska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Easily learn more about the BCAFF Scholarships: Charles O. & Grace M. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Mar 2027.	Not published	$1K
Ahearn Foundation Grant Ahearn Foundation (PFD) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ahearn Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in Binghamton and Broome County.	Not published	Varies
Carlos Espana Memorial Fund The Almanor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Raise money for the Almanor Rail Trail, a 12-mile segment of a Trail Master Plan to create a recreation corridor	Not published	Varies
Troy Foundation Quarterly Grants The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Troy Foundation Quarterly Grants aim to enhance the quality of life for the Troy community by supporting charitable projects in arts, education, health, and more.	Not published	Varies
Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources · State Not published · Varies The function of the LCCMR (formerly LCMR) is to make funding recommendations to the legislature for special environment and natural resource projects, primarily from the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund.	Not published	Varies
CCCF: Common Ground Program - Recreation Impacts Planning and Monitoring Grants Chaffee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The CCCF: Common Ground Program offers Recreation Impacts Planning and Monitoring Grants to support projects aimed at mitigating the negative effects of outdoor recreation on landscape and watershed health.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Community Foundation: Keuka Area Fund Grant Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Community Foundation: Keuka Area Fund Grant supports registered 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Keuka Lake area. It prioritizes community needs, including education, arts, and environmental protection.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Community Track: Early-Career Research Fellowship National Academy of Sciences · Foundation Not published · Varies For the 2026-2028 Application Cycle, the Community track focuses on Climate Risk, Health & Decision Making.	Not published	Varies
Septic Environmental Program to Improve Cleanliness (SEPTIC) Grant Nassau County, New York · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Nassau County has launched the Septic Environmental Program to Improve Cleanliness (SEPTIC) Grant, aimed at replacing outdated septic systems with innovative nitrogen-reducing technologies.	Not published	Up to $20K
Proposition 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience (CA) Grant California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $50K – $2M Proposition 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience is a funding opportunity offered by the California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy.	Not published	$50K – $2M
Clean Vessel Assistance Program - Operation and Maintenance Grant New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Clean Vessel Assistance Program's Operation and Maintenance Grant supports marinas in maintaining pumpout stations by covering up to 75% of eligible costs, with a maximum of $2,000 for land-based facilities and $5,000 for pumpout boats.	Not published	Up to $5K
Welfare Foundation Grant Welfare Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Welfare Foundation Grant focuses on supporting nonprofits in Delaware and southern Chester County, emphasizing capital grants.	Not published	Varies
SWG - State Wildlife Grants (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Development and implementation of projects for the benefit of fish and wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished.	Not published	Varies
Mobile Sources Emissions Reduction Grants State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Bursary Award Grant Brant Rod & Gun Club · Foundation Not published · $1K The Brant Rod & Gun Club Bursary Award provides essential financial support to deserving full-time students from Brant County Secondary Schools or immediate family members of Club members.	Not published	$1K
Hawaiʻi Conservation Program (Kuahiwi a Kai and Hawaiian Forest Birds) RFP National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Hawai‘i hosts a high percentage of endemic species found nowhere else on Earth. Unfortunately, native ecosystems and biodiversity are under threat.	Not published	Varies
MACF Trustee Grants Cadillac Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Missaukee Area Community Foundation Trustee Grant Qualified applicants will be nonprofit groups and/or organizations that hold a 501(c)(3) status, that wish to offer a program or project to benefit the quality of life for Missaukee County…	Not published	Varies
Blue Planet Fund Call for Proposals Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K Part of ORRAA's mission to catalyse investment of at least USD$500 million into coastal and ocean natural capital through development and deployment of financial products.	Not published	Up to $500K
Merrill Community Foundation Grants Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Grant seekers are encouraged to discuss their ideas with a Foundation board member regarding their project ideas before submitting an electronic application._ The Merrill Area Community Foundation meets quarterly to conduct business…	Not published	Varies
Healthy Tree Canopy Grants - Affordable Housing Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Healthy Tree Canopy Grants, offered by Hennepin County, aim to enhance the tree canopy through funding for cities, affordable housing properties, schools, and nonprofits.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Conservation Service Corps Grants Great Outdoors Colorado · Foundation Not published · Varies The Conservation Service Corps Grants, funded by Great Outdoors Colorado, support outdoor recreation and natural resource projects by hiring youth and veterans through conservation service corps.	Not published	Varies
Maine Trails Program Grant Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Maine Trails Program (MTP) is a state initiative aimed at enhancing trails for recreation and transportation.	Not published	Up to $250K

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About environmental grants

Environmental grants fund a wide range of work, from pollution reduction and climate resilience to habitat restoration and community stewardship. Major federal sources include the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, while private funders such as the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and family and community foundations support nonprofit-led efforts. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, tribes, schools, and state and local governments.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for environmental projects award?

Of the 2,088 grants for environmental projects Grantable lists as of October 30, 2026, 927 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $150K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for environmental projects?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Arbor Day Foundation (42), Maryland Department of the Environment (30), Natural Resources (28), Chesapeake Bay Trust (16), and First Horizon Foundation (14). In all, 1,278 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for environmental projects due?

Of 2,088 grants listed, 35 accept applications on a rolling basis, 91 have a published upcoming deadline, 191 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,771 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for environmental projects?

Funding spans pollution prevention, climate and energy, conservation, water quality, environmental justice, and education. Federal agencies like the EPA and USDA run competitive grant programs, and many flow through intermediaries such as the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. Most programs fund specific project work rather than general operating costs, so it helps to match your project to a program's stated priorities.

Who funds environmental nonprofits?

Federal agencies including the EPA, USDA/NRCS, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, NOAA, and the U.S. Forest Service are core public funders. On the private side, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is one of the largest conservation grantmakers, and national, regional, and community foundations also support environmental causes. State environmental agencies frequently re-grant federal dollars as well.

How do I find environmental grants that fit my organization?

Start by defining your project scope, geography, and the population or ecosystem you serve, then search federal opportunities on Grants.gov alongside foundation databases. Read each funder's eligibility and priority areas closely before applying, since environmental programs are often narrowly targeted. Aligning your proposal to a funder's specific goals is usually more effective than applying broadly.

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