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 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
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What environmental grants are open right now?

First Horizon Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Virginia) Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Horizon Foundation Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary Overview First Horizon Foundation Through the First Horizon Foundation…

First Horizon Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Horizon Foundation Grant Program (Arkansas) Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Horizon Foundation Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The First Horizon Foundation Grant Program in Arkansas focuses…

First Horizon Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Horizon Foundation Grant Program (Georgia) Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Horizon Foundation Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The First Horizon Foundation Grant Program in Georgia offers…

First Horizon Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Horizon Foundation Grants (Florida) Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Horizon Foundation Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The First Horizon Foundation, a private charitable organization…

First Horizon Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Horizon Foundation Grants (Texas) Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Horizon Foundation Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The First Horizon Foundation, a private funder, actively supports…

REDFORD CENTER INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Fiscal Sponsorship Program Overview: The Redford Center's fiscal sponsorship program is NOT direct funding but allows sponsored filmmakers to solicit tax-deductible donations through the…

Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fishing is Fun Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Parks & Wildlife Amount: Up to US $700,000 Last Updated: December 21, 2025 Summary The Fishing is Fun Grant Program, managed by Colorado…

Florida Department of Environmental Protection · Rolling / Open Foundation

FL Nonpoint Source Management Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florida Department of Environmental Protection Last Updated: July 09, 2025 Summary The FL Nonpoint Source Management Grant offers funding to…

Up to US $10,000,000
State of Washington Department of Ecology · Rolling / Open Foundation

Floodplains by Design Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Washington Department of Ecology Amount: Up to US $10,000,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Floodplains by Design Grants…

$250 - $50,000 annually; up to $250,000 for multi-year projects
FLORIDA OFF ROAD FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Florida Off-Road Foundation Grant Program Funder: Florida Off-Road Foundation Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization Geographic Scope: Florida only Funding Source: Annual distribution of "Explore…

THE FLUOR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Grant requests are reviewed periodically throughout the year and responses are generally sent within 90 days._ * _In general, Fluor does not accept unsolicited grants. We…

First National Bank of Omaha · Rolling / Open Foundation

FNBO: Capital or Major Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First National Bank of Omaha Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary FNBO: Capital or Major Donations aims to support nonprofit…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Focused Funds Grants - Spring Deadline Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Columbus Foundation offers the Focused Funds…

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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