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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Minnesota's Coastal Program Grants: Small Grants Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K Minnesota's Coastal Program Grants offer funding for projects aimed at enhancing the management of Lake Superior's coastal areas.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Brown County Community Fdn. Competitive Grants Brown County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The BCCF Grants, offered by the Brown County Community Foundation, aim to enhance the well-being of Brown County residents by supporting charitable organizations across various sectors, including education, health, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Tree Canopy Grants for Nonprofit Organizations Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Healthy Tree Canopy Grants program by Hennepin County provides funding to enhance the tree canopy through various projects.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Growing Green Spaces Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $40K The Growing Green Spaces 2026 Grant Program provides funding for community-led initiatives that support community health and climate resilience by growing green spaces. Requests can be between $15,000 and up to $40,000.	Not published	$15K – $40K
Stormwater Local Assistance Fund (SLAF) Program Wetlands Watch Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
MI Clean Diesel Grants Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) · Foundation Not published · $25K – $500K The Michigan Clean Diesel Grant Program, managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), aims to reduce diesel emissions by funding projects that replace outdated vehicles and equipment with electric…	Not published	$25K – $500K
Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention and Management Grant Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention and Management Grant, offered by the Lake Champlain Basin Program, aims to combat the spread of invasive species in the Lake Champlain Basin.	Not published	Up to $25K
Okanogan Soil Remediation Pilot Project Commerce Open Grants/Loans/RFPs · State Not published · Varies Request for Proposals seeking qualified nonprofit organizations and local governments to implement a soil remediation pilot project in Okanogan County.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Colorado Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to enhance their campuses through tree planting and maintenance.	Not published	Varies
ReForest Colorado Grants (Colorado Tree Coalition) Colorado Tree Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies ReForest Colorado funds tree planting and planting-related expenses in communities affected by natural disasters.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Healthcare National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · From $2 A recognition program designed to honor healthcare facilities (hospitals, senior care facilities, and other inpatient healthcare facilities of all sizes) that create therapeutic landscapes and promote trees and tree care on their…	Not published	From $2
Cleanup Funds Program The Last Green Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 Provide funds to support town-wide, park, or river cleanup events in The Last Green Valley region In 2016, 1,714 volunteers from 26 groups removed over 54,770 pounds of trash.	Not published	Up to $500
Eveleth Community Foundation Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Eveleth Community Foundation Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations in the Eveleth area, focusing on arts, education, community development, environmental sustainability, and human services.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Montana Trail Stewardship Grant Program Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Montana Trail Stewardship Grant Program, managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, allocates funds to enhance the state's outdoor recreation infrastructure.	Not published	Up to $100K
Het X-Y Actiefonds (The X-Y Action Fund) Funding Grant Het X-Y Actiefonds (The X-Y Action Fund) · Foundation Not published · Up to €2,500 The Het X-Y Actiefonds supports grassroots protests and campaigns that promote social justice and environmental sustainability.	Not published	Up to €2,500
Urban Streams Restoration Program Department of Water Resources · State Not published · Varies The Urban Streams Restoration Program (USRP), established by Water Code section 7048 which declared that urban creek protection, restoration, and enhancement are best undertaken by local agencies and organizations with assistance from the…	Not published	Varies
Environmental Grants Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Environmental Grants program, managed by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission, provides funding to conservation districts aimed at reducing agricultural non-point source pollution.	Not published	Up to $5K
Monitoring Grants Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Monitoring Grants by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) focus on improving watershed conditions through data collection and analysis.	Not published	Varies
Indian River CF: Animal Welfare, Environment, & Historic Preservation Funding Priority Grant Indian River Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Indian River Community Foundation offers discretionary grants focused on animal welfare, environment, and historic preservation.	Not published	Up to $100K
Donald R. Henne Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Donald R. Henne Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut, supports residents from East Lyme, Groton, Ledyard, Lyme, Montville, New London, North Stonington, Old Lyme, Salem, Stonington, and…	Not published	Up to $500
Cross Charitable Foundation Grant Cross Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cross Charitable Foundation Grant provides support to organizations focused on education, homelessness, wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and the welfare of dogs.	Not published	Varies
Recreation – Climbing Conservation Grant Access Fund · State Not published · $100K – $1M Supports projects that preserve or enhance climbing access and opportunities and conserve the climbing environment throughout the US.	Not published	$100K – $1M
Founders Pledge Grant Founders Pledge Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies We believe entrepreneurs are uniquely placed to transform the world, today and in the future, by using their skills, networks, and resources to tackle huge, seemingly insurmountable problems.	Not published	Varies
Boating Infrastructure Grant Program State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies

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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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