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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Lacamas Watershed Council The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Vancouver and Clark County · Foundation Not published · Varies An advocacy organization focused on improving water quality in Camas-area lakes through research and implementation of best practices.	Not published	Varies
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Climb to Managing Community Package - Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Grant North Carolina Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $5.6M Easily learn more about the N.C. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Mar 2027.	Not published	$5.6M
NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grant Program City Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $80K The NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grant Program supports grassroots initiatives in NYC's parks and open spaces, promoting community engagement and environmental stewardship.	Not published	$1K – $80K
Proposition 68 Regionwide Grants San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Create, expand, and/or improve public open space in the RMC's territory by improving water quality supply, create, enhance or improve a reliable water supply and/or restore an important species and habitat.	Not published	Varies
Hansen Community Grant Fund - Graham County Greater Northwest Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies There is no maximum on grant requests, however, if the request is for significant dollars (more than $10,000), covers multiple counties within the service area, is a multi-year request, or for a project that was previously funded directly…	Not published	Varies
Community Engagement for the California Satellite Methane Project: Third-Party Administrator Grant Solicitation California Air Resources Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $4.8M The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is inviting applications for the Community Engagement for the California Satellite Methane Project.	Not published	Up to $4.8M
Riverfront Development and Environmental Fund Grant Albion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Riverfront Development and Environmental Fund, established by the Albion Community Foundation, aims to enhance the Kalamazoo River and its surrounding areas through various environmental projects.	Not published	Varies
Municipal Waste Reduction Grant (MO) Saint Louis County Department of Public Health · State Not published · Varies The Municipal Waste Reduction Grant in St. Louis County supports innovative projects aimed at improving waste diversion and recycling.	Not published	Varies
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Environment Dept Funding · State Not published · Varies Provides low-interest loans for planning, design, and construction of wastewater infrastructure projects including treatment works, non-point source management, decentralized systems, stormwater management, conservation, watershed…	Not published	Varies
NNG Grants Program Ninety-Nine Girlfriends · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K Ninety-nine Girlfriends offers annual Impact Awards ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 to nonprofits in the Portland Metro/SW Washington area.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Pollution Control Agency - Grants Pollution Control Agency · State Not published · Varies The Pollution Control Agency offers a variety of grants for: Environmental assistance, Program development and implementation technical assistance, Recycling Market Development, Prevention of Wasted Food and Food Rescue, Climate…	Not published	Varies
Daniel Foundation of Alabama: Arts, Culture and Community Asset Grants The Daniel Foundation of Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To view the other grant priority areas for the Daniel Foundation of Alabama, please follow these links:_ The Daniel Foundation recognizes that a thriving arts community contributes immeasurably to the quality of life in Birmingham…	Not published	Varies
Green Resiliency Grants (NY) New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation · Foundation Not published · $1M – $10M The Green Resiliency Grants (NY) program, administered by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation, supports projects improving water quality and addressing extreme weather effects.	Not published	$1M – $10M
Windy Gap Environmental Fund Columbine Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Windy Gap Fund will support projects to improve aquatic and riparian habitat, and water quality in the watershed upstream from the Windy Gap Reservoir and below to the confluence with Williams Fork with the goal of addressing impacts…	Not published	Varies
Wege Foundation Grant The Wege Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wege Foundation Grant aims to support organizations in Western Michigan, particularly in Grand Rapids. Focused on arts, environment, education, and community health, it prioritizes tax-exempt entities and encourages collaboration.	Not published	Varies
Community Engagement and Restoration Mini Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Engagement and Restoration Mini Grant Program, managed by the Chesapeake Bay Trust, supports activities that enhance communities and improve natural resources.	Not published	Up to $5K
Maj and Tor Nessling Foundation: General Call - Personal Grants Maj and Tor Nessling Foundation · Foundation Not published · €28,000 - €32,000 The Maj and Tor Nessling Foundation provides personal grants for doctoral and postdoctoral research aimed at environmental protection. It supports innovative projects that address climate change, biodiversity, and resource sustainability.	Not published	€28,000 - €32,000
Collier Community Foundation: General Operating Support Grants Collier Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Collier Community Foundation provides program grant funding to nonprofits for programs that demonstrate measurable results in addressing community needs.	Not published	Varies
Motor Vehicle Emissions Reduction- Diesel Engine Retrofits Program II Maryland Department of the Environment · State Not published · Varies Works with agencies and businesses to promote the use of and provide information about diesel retrofit equipment to reduce air pollution from diesel powered vehicles.	Not published	Varies
Climate & Environmental Justice Fund East Bay Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A fund launched by EBCF to enable the donor community to participate in local efforts to protect the environment, slow climate change, and lift up the voices of East Bay's disadvantaged communities.	Not published	Varies
CPW Director's Innovation Fund Grant Great Outdoors Colorado · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The CPW Director's Innovation Fund, established by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), supports innovative projects that enhance the missions of both organizations.	Not published	Up to $25K
Knight Family Charitable Foundation Grants The Knight Family Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Knight Family Charitable Foundation, established by Peg and Bill Knight, focuses on enhancing community welfare through humanitarian support, education, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Lake Pontchartrain Basin Restoration Program (PRP) University of New Orleans Research and Technology Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust Grants (Environmental Requests) Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations in Arizona and Indiana through grants aimed at environmental initiatives.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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