Grants for Environmental Projects

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 2,103 active environmental grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

2,103 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What environmental grants are open right now?

Varies by grant (examples: $2.9M approved February 2026, $1.4M approved December 2025, $612K approved December 2024)
RICHLAND COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Competitive and Field of Interest Grants Overview: The Richland County Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations addressing community needs through competitive grants and field of interest…

SANTA FE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Community Grant- Environment ( Fall cycle) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Fe Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary Overview Competitive…

THE SPRINGFIELD FOUNDATION · August 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grant Cycle Funder: The Springfield Foundation Geographic Scope: Clark County, Ohio Program Status: Active Overview The Springfield Foundation awards competitive grants from a variety of…

$1,500 - $20,000
BRANFORD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · March 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grants Overview: An annual process to review and support organizations and programs that serve the Branford Community. This is the primary funding opportunity through which most of BCF's…

WORKFORCE PROFESSIONALS TRAINING · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Con Edison Green Initiative Grant Funder: Con Edison Philanthropy / Consolidated Edison Foundation, Inc. Status: Active grant program (WPTI received grant in October 2025) Geographic Scope: New York…

THE CONSERVATION ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Confluence Program Status: Mentioned as a grant program offered by The Conservation Alliance Overview: Limited information available in provided documentation. Referenced as one of The Conservation…

TRUCKEE DONNER LAND TRUST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Conservation & Environmental Stewardship Scholarship Funder: Truckee Donner Land Trust Board of Directors Purpose: To support young local students pursuing conservation and environmental studies,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH TEXAS (TAX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Conservation and Environment Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Texas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: August 24, 2025 Summary The Conservation and Environment Fund…

NANTUCKET GARDEN CLUB INC · July 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Conservation Commendation Program Overview: A recognition and commendation program for residential and property owners on Nantucket who implement conservation-focused landscaping projects. The…

Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Conservation District- Pollinator Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The…

Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Conservation District- Project and Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: April 18, 2025 Summary The…

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation

Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program: Metro Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Amount: US $5,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary…

Great Outdoors Colorado · Rolling / Open Foundation

Conservation Service Corps Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Great Outdoors Colorado Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Conservation Service Corps Grants, funded by Great Outdoors Colorado, support…

US $5,000 - US $50,000
CONSUMERS ENERGY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Consumers Energy Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Consumers Energy Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Consumers Energy Foundation Grant aims…

DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Mission The Cook County Community Fund Advisory Board awards grants from unrestricted funds to meet the needs of our community in the following areas: arts, community development, education,…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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