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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Local Open Space Grants Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Keep South Carolina Beautiful New Affiliate Startup Grant Palmettopride the Governor's Council on Beautification & Litter · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to support the certification and launch of new Keep South Carolina Beautiful (and Keep America Beautiful) affiliates in communities throughout South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Active Transportation Grant Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Active Transportation Grant, offered by Columbia Basin Trust, supports communities in enhancing their non-motorized travel options.	Not published	Up to $500K
McKnight Foundation: Midwest Climate and Energy Grant The McKnight Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McKnight Foundation's Midwest Climate and Energy Grant focuses on funding initiatives that address the climate crisis while promoting equity in the Midwest.	Not published	Varies
Great Lakes Protection Fund Grant Great Lakes Protection Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Great Lakes Protection Fund Grant aims to support projects that deliver significant ecological improvements to the Great Lakes region.	Not published	Varies
Slingshot Challenge Grant National Geographic Society · Foundation Not published · $10K The Slingshot Challenge, supported by the National Geographic Society, invites innovative ideas to drive conservation efforts in local communities.	Not published	$10K
Indian Environmental General Assistance Program Grant Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Indian Environmental General Assistance Program (GAP), administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), provides crucial funding to tribal governments and intertribal consortia for developing environmental protection…	Not published	Varies
Cycling Activation Mini Grant Program Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $15K The Cycling Activation Mini Grant Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, offers funding between $1,000 and $15,000 for projects that enhance cycling opportunities across Pennsylvania.	Not published	$1K – $15K
California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA) Exempt Facility Bond Financing Program State Treasurer's Office · State Not published · From $150M The Pollution Control Tax-Exempt Bond Financing Program facilitates low cost capital through private activity, tax-exempt bonds.	Not published	From $150M
Dow Sustainability Grant Central Kentucky Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program focused on sustainability initiatives, offered through Central Kentucky Community Foundation.	Not published	Varies
Dirt & Gravel / Low Volume Road Program — Lancaster County Conservation District Conservation Foundation of Lancaster County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lancaster County Conservation District administers Pennsylvania's Dirt & Gravel/Low Volume Roads Program locally, providing funding to municipalities and other road-owning entities to reduce sediment pollution to streams while…	Not published	Varies
Frank L. Weyenberg Charitable Trust Grant Franks L Wyenberg Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frank L. Weyenberg Charitable Trust provides grants to organizations engaged in charitable, educational, scientific, literary, and religious activities.	Not published	Varies
VCF: Kelsey Trust- Spring Grants The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Kelsey Trust, established in 1988, supports organizations that benefit the people and protect the environment of the Lake Champlain Basin.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Supporting Outdoor Programming RFP Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $300K The Supporting Outdoor Programming RFP invites projects aimed at enhancing equitable access to outdoor programming in Philadelphia and Camden.	Not published	$100K – $300K
Ocean Visions Launchpad Ocean Visions Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ocean Visions Launchpad provides tailored expert support to selected competitors pursuing ocean-based carbon dioxide removal (CDR) pathways for the $100 million XPRIZE Carbon Removal (funded by the Musk Foundation).	Not published	Varies
Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Grant Program (CA) CA Natural Resources Agency · Foundation Not published · $750K – $1.5M The Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Grant Program (EEM) in California provides annual funding for projects aimed at reducing environmental impacts from public transportation facilities.	Not published	$750K – $1.5M
CFNCW: Methow Valley Fund Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · $3K – $7K The CFNCW: Methow Valley Fund Grant supports local nonprofit organizations in the Methow Valley, focusing on health services, education, arts, and environmental projects.	Not published	$3K – $7K
Stanley 1913 Creators Fund Grant PMI WW Brands, LLC · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Stanley 1913 Creators Fund provides grants up to $50,000 USD to innovators addressing humanity, sustainability, and community needs.	Not published	Up to $50K
Ecolab St. Paul, MN Area NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program Ecolab Foundation (A/K/a Ecolab Industry Foundation) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ecolab St. Paul, MN Area NPO Grant Program supports 501(c)(3) organizations that focus on youth development, community and civic engagement, environmental conservation, and arts education.	Not published	Varies
Focused In-Stream Habitat RCPP Instream Habitat #3137- Design Phase Fiscal Year 2026 Grant Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $450K The Focused In-Stream Habitat (FISH) project aims to enhance in-stream habitats in Maine through a collaborative effort by the Department of Marine Resources and NRCS.	Not published	Up to $450K
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, South Lake Champlain Rutland Regional Planning Commission and Poultney Mettowee Natural Resources Conservation District · 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
SOA Partnership Grants Subaru of America Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Subaru of America Foundation, established in 1984, aims to enhance community welfare by funding 501(c)(3) organizations in Camden.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grant: Education, Environment and Animal Welfare The Dupage Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Community Impact Grant by the DuPage Foundation supports programs that enhance the quality of life for residents in DuPage County.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Transportation – Landowner Cost Share Grant Program (Beaver Issues) Beaver Institute Inc. · State Not published · Up to $100K Supports hiring BeaverCorps professionals to nonlethally resolve beaver issues and restore wetlands. Funds can be used for any nonlethal conflict prevention or beaver mimicry wetland restoration project.	Not published	Up to $100K

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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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