Grants for Environmental Projects

Last updated October 31, 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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Joseph S. Rippey Charitable Trust Grant Joseph Rippey Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph S. Rippey Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Rochester, NY, focusing on various program areas including animal welfare, education, and community development.	Not published	Varies
Black Hills Community Giving Black Hills Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We request you not apply if your event is scheduled more than six months in the future.	Not published	Varies
MDU Resources Foundation Grant MDU Resources Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The MDU Resources Foundation seeks to enhance community well-being through grants to qualified organizations. Established in 1983, the foundation primarily funds health, education, civic, cultural, and environmental projects.	Not published	Varies
Recycling and Waste Diversion Grant Georgia Environmental Protection Division · Foundation Not published · Varies The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) offers the Recycling and Waste Diversion Grant to support projects aimed at reducing solid waste and promoting recycling in Georgia.	Not published	Varies
Reduce Environmental Burdens The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies By 2035, meaningfully reduce environmental burdens confronting Greater Philadelphia communities as measured by an Environmental Burden Index. All Philadelphian deserve to live in neighborhoods free from degraded air, water, and land.	Not published	Varies
Daniel-Mickel Foundation Grant Daniel-Mickel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Daniel-Mickel Foundation, based in Greenville, SC, has been enhancing community life since its establishment in 1948.	Not published	Varies
End Plastic Waste Innovation Platform (Plug and Play Accelerator) Alliance to End Plastic Waste Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A partnership between Alliance to End Plastic Waste and Plug and Play, a global innovation platform specializing in industry-specific accelerator programs.	Not published	Varies
LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants LG&E and Ku Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants support initiatives focused on economic development, education, environmental excellence, and diversity.	Not published	Varies
Norfolk Rotary Charities Grants to Area Nonprofits Norfolk Rotary Charities Inc · Foundation Not published · $36K	Not published	$36K
Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program Ecolab Foundation (A/K/a Ecolab Industry Foundation) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO Grant Program supports 501(c)(3) organizations in specific geographic areas, focusing on youth education, community development, environmental conservation, and arts initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Coast Electric Community Trust (CECT) Operation Round Up (ORU) Grants Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding pool sourced by Coast Power Association members who round up their utility bills. Supports community projects implemented by grant recipients.	Not published	Varies
Effectiveness Monitoring Committee Research Request Grant California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection · Foundation Not published · Varies The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee (EMC) is inviting project proposals aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of California's Forest Practice Rules and natural resource protections.	Not published	Varies
CCCF: Common Ground Program - Sustainable Agriculture - Conservation Easement & Acquisition Grants Chaffee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $500K The CCCF Common Ground Program offers Sustainable Agriculture grants focused on conservation easements and land acquisition. It aims to enhance forest health, support agricultural viability, and manage outdoor recreation impacts.	Not published	$5K – $500K
Community Clean Air Grant Program City of Boston · State Not published · Up to $200K The Community Clean Air Grant Program, initiated by the City of Boston's Air Pollution Control Commission, seeks proposals from nonprofit organizations for projects that reduce urban air pollution.	Not published	Up to $200K
Appalachian Forest Grants Program (Major Grants) Appalachian Forest Heritage Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area (AFNHA) awards Appalachian Forest Major Grants to nonprofit and government partners for projects supporting preservation, interpretation, and tourism development that advance AFNHA goals within…	Not published	$3K – $20K
CAPCOA Carl Moyer Rural Assistance Program (Moyer RAP) California Air Pollution Control Officers Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Carl Moyer Rural Assistance Program provides monetary grants (up to $100,000/grant) to individuals, private companies, and public agencies to reduce heavy-duty engine emissions; administered by local air districts.	Not published	Up to $100K
GLCF: Fall Grants Greater Lafayette Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Greater Lafayette Community Foundation offers grants to non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status serving Tippecanoe County and nearby areas.	Not published	$10K
EREF Research Grants Program Environmental Research & Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jessica Stevens Community Foundation Grant Cycle The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
Resources Legacy Fund: Grantmaking Opportunity Resources Legacy Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: As a general rule, RLF reaches out to potential new grantees and partners to help develop and implement program strategies.	Not published	Varies
Nature Conservation Grants: Agriculture The Turing Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Turing Foundation focuses on enhancing sustainable practices in agriculture and nature conservation, specifically targeting the protection and sustainable management of marine ecosystems in developing countries.	Not published	Varies
Climate Change Program Maryland Department of the Environment · State Not published · Varies Implement the State's laws to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which includes inventorying statewide GHG emissions, developing the State's GHG reduction plans, adopting regulations, and facilitating the Maryland Commission on Climate…	Not published	Varies
Business & Workforce Development Grants California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $5M The Business & Workforce Development Grants aim to bolster California's wood products infrastructure, ensuring the sustainability of forests and supporting the communities reliant on them.	Not published	$10K – $5M
Creative Conservationist Awards Great Outdoors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual awards recognizing leadership in conservation and recreation efforts from community members involved with the Great Outdoors Foundation and ICON Water Trails.	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 31, 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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