Grants for Environmental Projects

Last updated June 14, 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?

COOK FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cook Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cook Family Foundation Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Cook Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents…

Up to US $20,000
COOKE FOUNDATION LIMITED · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cooke Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cooke Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: June 18, 2025 Summary The Cooke Foundation Grants support impactful community initiatives in…

CORNELIA T BAILEY CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation - General Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation offers general grants aimed…

McCormick & Company, Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Corporate Giving - Charitable Contributions Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McCormick & Company, Inc Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary McCormick & Company, Inc. actively supports charitable…

Franklin P and Arthur W Perdue Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Corporate Giving Program: Requests under $1000 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Corporate…

Environment Dept Funding · Rolling / Open State

Used to clean up and monitor leaks and spills from petroleum storage tanks in the state. Available when owners/operators are unable to fund cleanup or for deceased owners at facilities no longer in…

LOCAL MEDIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Covering Climate Collaborative Funder: Local Media Foundation Overview: A program supporting journalism and media initiatives related to climate change coverage. Geographic Scope: Not specified in…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cox Charities Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 03, 2025 Summary Cox Charities invites Arizona nonprofits to apply for…

Great Outdoors Colorado · Rolling / Open Foundation

CPW Director's Innovation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Great Outdoors Colorado Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The CPW Director's Innovation Fund, established by…

CRAIGSLIST CHARITABLE FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Craigslist Charitable Fund (CCF) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Craigslist Charitable Fund Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Craigslist Charitable Fund (CCF) Grant supports organizations…

US $1,000 - US $4,000
BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crane Family Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The Crane Family Fund Grant supports…

THE CRAWFORD TAYLOR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crawford Taylor Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crawford Taylor Foundation Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Crawford Taylor Foundation focuses on enhancing programs that create…

THE CONSERVATION FUND A NONPROFIT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: You are required to speak with a Resourceful Communities staff member about your project before applying._ _What We Do_ We protect America’s most critical lands and waters to provide…

GREAT OUTDOORS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Creative Conservationist Awards Status: Application open as of April 1, 2026 Overview: Annual awards recognizing leadership in conservation and recreation efforts from community members involved with…

Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water · Rolling / Open Foundation

Creativity Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water Amount: US $260,000 Last Updated: April 24, 2025 Summary The Creativity Prize, part of the…

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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