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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CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Memphremagog Basin Vermont Housing and Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and implementation/construction of best management practices or other programs designed to improve water quality.	Not published	Varies
Coastal Area Management Act Land Use Planning Grants State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
NOPEC Foundation Fund Grant The Cleveland Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K The NOPEC Foundation Fund offers grants primarily to nonprofit organizations within NOPEC communities, focusing on health, economic development, community development, environment, and social services.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Impact Fund Grants The Impact Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Impact Fund provides recoverable grants to legal services nonprofits and small law firms working on social, environmental, and economic justice issues.	Not published	$10K – $50K
EBSCO Sponsorships Grant EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies EBSCO Sponsorships provide funding for initiatives that enhance the arts, education, environment, and human services in Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Kimball Foundation Grants Horace a & S Ella Kimball Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to US $25,000 The Kimball Foundation provides grants to a variety of causes, including homeless shelters, health centers, and environmental projects. It supports organizations with 501(c)(3) status, particularly those benefiting Rhode Island residents.	Not published	Up to US $25,000
Overflow Sewer Grants and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants Program Environment Dept Funding · State Not published · Varies 100% grant program for municipalities and municipal entities for projects under CWA section 603(c), similar to Clean Water State Revolving Fund eligibility. Funding is limited and allocations typically released once per federal fiscal year.	Not published	Varies
Line Item - Operational Grant (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Grant programs as defined within the annual appropriation bill (Public Act) including Member Initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Buhler Grant Hutchinson Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $5K The Fund for Buhler Grant, managed by the Buhler Community Foundation, aims to enhance community resilience through unrestricted grantmaking.	Not published	$300 – $5K
Oconomowoc Area Foundation Grants Oconomowoc Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oconomowoc Area Foundation, established in 2002, supports local charitable initiatives within the Oconomowoc Area School District.	Not published	Varies
Water Resources Development Grant Program State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
GFO-25-302 - Coordinated Holistic Orchestration of Inverter-based Resources (CHOIR) Grant California Energy Commission · Foundation Not published · $2M – $4M The California Energy Commission's GFO-25-302 initiative, known as CHOIR, aims to advance virtual power plants that effectively coordinate inverter-based resources like solar, batteries, and electric vehicles.	Not published	$2M – $4M
Driving a Cleaner Illinois - Volkswagen (NOFO) (IL) Grant Illinois Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Driving a Cleaner Illinois program, managed by the Illinois EPA, offers funding for mobile source electrification projects.	Not published	Varies
Kempner Fund: Core Grants: Resilient Island Harris & Eliza Kempner Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $100K The Kempner Fund's Core Grants Program focuses on enhancing Galveston's long-term success and resilience, particularly in environmental sustainability.	Not published	$20K – $100K
Clean Water Fund Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clean Water Fund will enable local partners to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of water restoration projects using technology, cultural sensitivity, and science-based practices.	Not published	Varies
Quadratec Cares 'Energize The Environment' Grant Program Quadratec · Foundation Not published · $4K The Quadratec Cares 'Energize The Environment' Grant Program is dedicated to supporting individuals and organizations in the U.S. focused on environmental improvement.	Not published	$4K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: South Dakota Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program by the Arbor Day Foundation promotes the importance of trees and green spaces on college campuses.	Not published	Varies
Community Forestry Grants Program: Community Resiliency Texas A&M Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $50K The Community Forestry Grants Program by Texas A&M Forest Service aims to foster sustainable urban forestry initiatives, enhancing community resilience against climate change while promoting health equity.	Not published	$50K
Proposition 68 Technical Assistance Grant California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Proposition 68 Technical Assistance Program by the California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy allocates up to 10% of its funds for aiding disadvantaged communities.	Not published	Varies
Crawford Taylor Foundation Grants The Crawford Taylor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crawford Taylor Foundation focuses on enhancing programs that create lasting legacies in St. Louis.	Not published	Varies
NICF: Miami County Grants - Micro Grant Northern Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The NICF Micro Grant program offers funding up to $2,000 for projects in Miami County, Indiana, with no application deadlines. Target areas include education, health, arts, environmental initiatives, and community development.	Not published	Up to $3K
VCF: South Lake Champlain Fund Grant The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The South Lake Champlain Fund, established by the Vermont Community Foundation, supports initiatives that enhance the environmental health and cultural heritage of the southern Lake Champlain area.	Not published	$1K – $8K
T.L.L. Temple Foundation Grant TLL Temple Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5M The T.L.L. Temple Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in East Texas by addressing poverty through targeted grants in education, health, economic development, and community revitalization.	Not published	Up to $5M
State Water Implementation Fund of Texas (SWIFT) Program Grant Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) · Foundation Not published · $500K The State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT) Program provides affordable financial assistance for projects outlined in the state water plan.	Not published	$500K

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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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