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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The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All – (Prop 68 River – CA) Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River – California) Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas.	Not published	Varies
Harry Sudakoff Foundation Grant Harry Sudakoff Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $6K – $100K The Harry Sudakoff Foundation Grant supports qualified charities in Sarasota, Florida, focusing on arts, community, education for youth, environment, human services, and science.	Not published	$6K – $100K
Pacific Life Foundation Grants Pacific Life Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $100K The Pacific Life Foundation Grants aim to positively impact communities through strategic funding in areas such as arts, education, and health.	Not published	$15K – $100K
Sediment & Stormwater Plan Review Division Maryland Department of the Environment · State Not published · Varies To ensure that sediment, generated by land disturbance, is contained on site and post-development runoff is managed thereby protecting the waters of the State by reducing stream channel erosion, pollution, siltation and flooding.	Not published	Varies
We Energies Foundation Grants We Energies Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The We Energies Foundation Grants support community development, health services, arts, education, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Varies
GOCO: Community Impact Grant Great Outdoors Colorado · Foundation Not published · $100K – $2M The GOCO Community Impact Grant supports projects that enhance community access to outdoor spaces in Colorado. With a focus on revitalizing parks, trails, and other facilities, GOCO aims to improve the quality of life for residents.	Not published	$100K – $2M
EMCI General Grants Program Eastern Maine Conservation Initiative · Foundation Not published · $500 – $14K Types of Projects Funded (Historical Examples):	Not published	$500 – $14K
2026 Community Grants Program Bronx River Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Forestry Grants Program: Tree Planting Texas A&M Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $20K The Community Forestry Grants Program: Tree Planting, initiated by Texas A&M Forest Service, aims to enhance urban and community tree canopy coverage across Texas.	Not published	$20K
Climate Impacts and Adaptation Research (PON 6034) Grant New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) · Foundation Not published · $100K – $300K The Climate Impacts and Adaptation Research (PON 6034) program, funded by NYSERDA, aims to enhance community resilience in New York State while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.	Not published	$100K – $300K
Virginia W. Kettering Foundation Grant Virginia W Kettering Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia W. Kettering Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in eight Ohio counties and select organizations like Kettering University and the Cincinnati Zoo.	Not published	Varies
Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary (APNEP) Grant Program State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Garden Grants - Protein Engineering Homeworld Collective Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $1.4M Garden Grants is a fieldbuilding program inspired by Y Combinator and Fast Grants models.	Not published	$50K – $1.4M
Federal NJ Trails Program (off-road) TransOptions Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Infrastructure - Catalyst Program State Not published · $300 – $50M Projects that address transportation, telecommunications, energy, and basic public infrastructure; business and workforce development; health care, nutrition and food security, and other public services; resource conservation; tourism…	Not published	$300 – $50M
Solid Waste Recycling Enhancement Act (REA) Higher Education Research Grant Program State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Varies The Solid Waste Recycling Enhancement Act (REA) Higher Education Research Grant Program, managed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, provides funding for innovative recycling projects.	Not published	Varies
UCAIR Grants Program Utah Clean Air Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K – $30K UCAIR's annual grants program provides funding to support projects that directly reduce pollutants and emissions, provide research on air quality impacts to Utah's health and economy, or create resources for communities and municipalities…	Not published	$20K – $30K
AIA COTE Top Ten Award American Institute of Architects College of Fellows Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AIA COTE Top Ten Award recognizes exceptional design excellence that integrates environmental performance and sustainability metrics.	Not published	Varies
HRBT Foundation Grants HRBT Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The HRBT Foundation offers grants to support various community-focused projects, emphasizing areas like health care, education, and environmental protection.	Not published	Varies
NJ Water Bank The Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants New Jersey Economic Development Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The NJ Water Bank's Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants program provides vital funding for municipalities to address combined sewer overflows, sanitary sewer overflows, and stormwater management.	Not published	Up to $2M
Schuyler County Fund Grant Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Schuyler County Fund, established by the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, aims to enhance the quality of life for residents through funding for local non-profit initiatives.	Not published	$500 – $2K
Residential Curbside Recycling Cart Grant Program The Recycling Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $825K The Residential Curbside Recycling Cart Grant Program, offered by The Recycling Partnership, supports communities in enhancing their recycling efforts through grant funding and technical assistance.	Not published	Up to $825K
Vandalia-Butler Foundation Grant Vandalia-Butler Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Vandalia-Butler Foundation Grant supports local non-profit organizations that benefit the citizens of Vandalia and Butler Township.	Not published	Varies
Lake Impact Fund Grant The Lake George Association Inc · Foundation 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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