Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange Grant Program FY26 Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Parks and Recreation Amount: Up to US…
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.
What environmental grants are open right now?
Division of Boating and Waterways: Sewage Management Education and Outreach Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Parks and Recreation Amount: US $276,937 Last Updated: June…
DJ - Sport Fish Restoration - Fisheries, Boat Access (FY24) Activities designed to restore, conserve, manage, or enhance sport fish populations; the public use and benefits from these resources; and…
DMF Grants Funder: Del Mar Foundation (CA, US) Mission Focus: The Del Mar Foundation's grants focus on activities, programs, and acquisitions that further its mission to acquire and preserve open…
DNRC Reclamation and Development Grants Program - Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026…
Doak Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clifton C. and Henryetta C. Doak Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Clifton C. and Henryetta C.…
Dockstader Foundation Environmental Grant Mission: Promote educational, charitable, and scientific activities that support, enhance and optimize the natural environment in Southern Chester County,…
Dominion Energy Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Dominion Energy Charitable…
Domtar Community Investment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Domtar Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Domtar Community Investment Grant supports nonprofits and charities in areas where the…
Donald & Ruby Branson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Donald & Ruby Branson Foundation Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Donald & Ruby Branson Foundation Grant aims to promote…
Donald R. Henne Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The Donald R. Henne…
Donor Advised Funds: Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Foundation Last Updated: October 01, 2024 Summary The Grand Foundation's Donor Advised Funds: Board of…
Donor-Advised Fund Grants Overview: The Richland County Foundation administers Donor-Advised Funds that allow individuals, families, and corporations to make grant recommendations to their favorite…
Doree Taylor Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Doree Taylor Charitable Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Doree Taylor Charitable Foundation supports charitable…
Dorothy A. Ashcraft Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dorothy A. Ashcraft Charitable Trust Last Updated: April 18, 2025 Summary The Dorothy A. Ashcraft Charitable Trust Grant offers…
Dow Sustainability Grant Overview: Grant program focused on sustainability initiatives, offered through Central Kentucky Community Foundation. Geographic Scope: Central Kentucky Community Foundation…
Dr. Gene Willeke Institute for the Environment and Sustainability Scholarship Funder: Butler Rural Electric Cooperative Award Amount: $3,000 Geographic Scope: Available to students in Miami…
Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation offers…
Dr. Scholl Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dr Scholl Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Dr. Scholl Foundation offers grants annually to IRS…
Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Anderson Foundation Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions &…
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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