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 federal, 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
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What environmental grants are open right now?

CA Natural Resources Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Grant Program (CA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: CA Natural Resources Agency Amount: US $750,000 - US $1,500,000 Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary The Environmental…

· Rolling / Open State

Environmental Enhancement Grant (EEG) Program The NC State Attorney General's Office awards grants annually to projects that will help improve and protect North Carolina's natural resources through…

WARREN COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Environmental Fund Funder: Warren County Foundation Geographic Scope: Warren County, Ohio Purpose: Supports local projects that promote conservation and sustainable practices through education,…

THE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Grantmaking Program at EFA Status: ACTIVE Funder: Educational Foundation of America Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary The Environmental Grantmaking Program at the Educational…

Up to US $5,000
Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Environmental Grants program, managed by the…

$500 - $10,000
ST CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Environmental Grants Geographic Scope: St. Croix Valley region spanning Washington and Chisago Counties (Minnesota) and Burnett, Polk, St. Croix, and Pierce Counties (Wisconsin) Overview: Competitive…

THE MUSSER FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Initiative- Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Laura Jane Musser Fund Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Environmental Initiative Grant Program by…

US $10,000 - US $30,000
THE SHUMAKER FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Justice Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Shumaker Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Shumaker Family Foundation's Environmental…

ENVIRONMENT NEXT INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Leadership Grants and Investments Overview: Environment Next awards unsolicited grants and investments to individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations around the world working…

Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Officer Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Environmental Officer Grants aim…

Maryland Environmental Service · Rolling / Open State

Environmental Operations Disposal of solid waste, materials recycling, and product marketing. Details - Agency: Maryland Environmental Service - Application Due: NA - Non-Financial Assistance:…

THE BRUCE KRIER CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The@Bruce Krier Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Environmental Programming Grant supports organizations in…

Trees Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Program Overview: NRCS' conservation program that helps farmers, ranchers and forest landowners integrate conservation into working lands. Eligibility:…

The Holt Family Foundation Ltd · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Holt Family Foundation The Holt Family Foundation was originally organized by our founder Gregory Holt as The Daybrook Foundation following the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. At that…

Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Environmental Response Fund (ERF) Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Environmental Response Fund (ERF)…

U.S. National Science Foundation · Rolling / Open Federal

Environmental Sustainability TheEnvironmental Sustainability program is part of theEnvironmental Engineering and Sustainabilitycluster together with 1) theEnvironmental Engineeringprogram and 2)…

WALNUT WAY CONSERVATION CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

EPA Community Change Grant Funder: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Overview: The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Community Change Grants are a funding program designed to support…

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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