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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Watershed Implementation Grants Dekalb County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants available for implementation projects in the East Branch of the South Branch of the Kishwaukee River watershed.	Not published	Varies
France-Merrick Foundation Grant ( requests for over $50,000) France-Merrick Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K The France-Merrick Foundation Grant, focusing on Maryland's Greater Baltimore area, supports one-time, project-oriented requests exceeding $50,000.	Not published	$50K
Air Quality Planning Program Maryland Department of the Environment · State Not published · Varies Develop air quality plans, emission estimates, and air quality regulations. County Government, For-Profit, Individuals, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, Regional, State Colleges, State University, State Government, Other	Not published	Varies
Fairhope/Point Clear Community Foundation Grant The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fairhope/Point Clear Community Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the local community of southwest Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Opportunities – Southern Steelhead Grants California Department of Fish and Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $30M The Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Opportunities aim to restore Southern California Steelhead habitat.	Not published	Up to $30M
Waste Diversion-Scrap Tires Maryland Department of the Environment · State Not published · Varies Issues licenses for scrap tire collection facilities, processors, incinerators, recyclers, and haulers. Works with property owners to ensure cleanup of illegal scrap tire stockpiles.	Not published	Varies
California Active Transportation Program: Regional Call for Projects Grant San Diego Association of Governments · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Active Transportation Program (ATP) supports projects enhancing biking and walking across the state, with $6,137,000 available in the latest call for projects.	Not published	Varies
Technical Assistance through North Coast Resource Partnership Trees Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies NCRP offers Technical Assistance to Tribes and economically disadvantaged communities to support project development and grant applications for on-the-ground projects.	Not published	Varies
Clarence T.C. Ching Foundation Grant The Clarence TC Ching Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $100K The Clarence T.C. Ching Foundation Grant supports programs and capital projects primarily benefiting the people of Hawaii. Starting in 2025, applications will be accepted for six focus areas, including education and healthcare.	Not published	$3K – $100K
Community Endowment of Lexington Grant Program Community Foundation for MetroWest Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Endowment of Lexington Grant Program aims to foster philanthropic initiatives that address both immediate and long-term needs in Lexington.	Not published	Varies
GOCO:Pathways Program Grant Great Outdoors Colorado · Foundation Not published · $100K – $300K The GOCO: Pathways Program, initiated by Great Outdoors Colorado, aims to enhance Colorado's public spaces through innovative planning and capacity-building grants.	Not published	$100K – $300K
Keep America Beautiful Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Passaic River Shoreline Repair and Park Enhancement Grant, Kearny NJ Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Passaic River Shoreline Repair and Park Enhancement Grant in Kearny, NJ, aims to address the deteriorating shoreline structures along a heavily polluted stretch of the Passaic River.	Not published	Up to $150K
Proposition 68 Technical Assistance San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Pursuant to Section 8008(b)(1) of Proposition 68, up to 10% of the funds available may be allocated for technical assistance to disadvantaged communities.	Not published	Varies
Forest CORE Fund (Mountain Valley Pipeline Region) Grant Virginia Outdoors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $4M The Forest CORE Fund, established by the Virginia Outdoors Foundation, focuses on mitigating forest fragmentation caused by the Mountain Valley Pipeline.	Not published	Up to $4M
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Grant Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) provides low-cost financing for water projects that ensure compliance with drinking water standards.	Not published	Up to $1M
Toledo Rotary Club Foundation Toledo Community Foundation Supporting Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Regional Conservation Investment Strategies Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies WCB is seeking high-quality grant proposals for the development of RCIS's.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Iowa Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, promotes environmental stewardship on college campuses across Iowa.	Not published	Varies
Yann Weymouth Graduate Scholarship AIA Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K Annual scholarship established in 2018 honoring architect Yann Weymouth, AIA.	Not published	$5K
DNRC Reclamation and Development Grants Program - Project Grant Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Reclamation and Development Grants Program (RDGP) Planning Grants support projects aimed at restoring environmental damage caused by non-renewable resource extraction.	Not published	Up to $500K
Wildlife Corridor and Fish Passage Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The Program is seeking proposals for planning or implementation projects that construct, repair, modify, or remove transportation infrastructure or water resources infrastructure improving passage for wildlife or fish.	Not published	Varies
Impact 100 Hunterdon Grant Impact 100 Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact 100 Hunterdon Grant empowers women to award transformative grants of $100,000 in Hunterdon County. Established in Spring 2023, this initiative focuses on diverse local women's engagement to foster positive social change.	Not published	$100K
Litter Enforcement Grant Palmettopride the Governor's Council on Beautification & Litter · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Litter Enforcement Grant, funded by PalmettoPride, has been pivotal in South Carolina for 20 years, providing up to $5,000 for equipment and resources to support litter control efforts.	Not published	Up to $5K

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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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