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?

Varies
DEL MAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
CLIFTON C & HENRIETTA C DOAK CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

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.…

E KNEALE DOCKSTADER FOUNDATION · April 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Dockstader Foundation Environmental Grant Mission: Promote educational, charitable, and scientific activities that support, enhance and optimize the natural environment in Southern Chester County,…

US $1,000 - US $15,000
DOMINION ENERGY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 AND RUBY BRANSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

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

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 FDN · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 XXXXX7008 · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

CENTRAL KENTUCKY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dow Sustainability Grant Overview: Grant program focused on sustainability initiatives, offered through Central Kentucky Community Foundation. Geographic Scope: Central Kentucky Community Foundation…

DR ROBERT C & TINA SOHN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
Dr Scholl Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

ANDERSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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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