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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North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) - Wildfire Mitigation Occidental Arts and Ecology Center · Foundation Not published · $76K Landowners can combine NBFIP funds with matching funds from:	Not published	$76K
Floodplains by Design Grants State of Washington Department of Ecology · State Not published · Up to $10M The Floodplains by Design Grants program aims to enhance community resilience to flooding and restore vital habitats in Washington's river corridors.	Not published	Up to $10M
Blue Planet Alliance Global Youth Ambassador Program Blue Planet Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blue Planet Global Youth Ambassador Program was launched during the 2022 Our Oceans Conference in Palau to honor and empower young people from ages 16 to 30 to help spread the mission of transitioning island nations and countries…	Not published	Varies
Food Waste Reduction Grant North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Food Waste Reduction Grant aims to assist local governments, non-profits, and businesses in minimizing food waste sent to landfills.	Not published	Up to $60K
Community Fund Grants Marshall County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $108K The most flexible and responsive of the Marshall County Community Foundation's funds for addressing current and emerging needs in Marshall County.	Not published	$108K
Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Opportunities – Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grants California Department of Fish and Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $30M The Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant aims to enhance the resilience of communities against climate change impacts while improving fish and wildlife habitats.	Not published	Up to $30M
CFWG Community Impact Grant Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CFWG Community Impact Grant supports charitable organizations in Carroll, Haralson, and Heard counties through an annual competitive grant process.	Not published	Varies
Forever Austin Fund Grants Charitable Holdings II · Foundation Not published · $2.3M Endowment-based grant program providing general operating support to local nonprofits. In 2025, ACF awarded $2.3 million in general operating support to 99 local nonprofits.	Not published	$2.3M
Wolcott Family Foundation Grants The Wolcott Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Wolcott Family Foundation focuses on funding grassroots organizations that drive social change and environmental stewardship.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Hillman Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hillman Foundation, established in 1951, aims to enhance the quality of life in Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Communities Grant Keep Louisiana Beautiful Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K The Healthy Communities Grant provides funding to support local projects and programs that bring about behavioral changes needed to improve, preserve and protect the natural beauty of Louisiana.	Not published	$3K – $8K
Lockhart Vaughan Foundation: Prior Grantees Lockhart Vaughan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lockhart Vaughan Foundation, Inc. was established in 1990. It directs its grants to Sec.	Not published	Varies
Robert F. Schumann Foundation Grant Schumann Robert F Fdn-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert F. Schumann Foundation Grant supports organizations dedicated to environmental sustainability, education, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
AIA Top Ten for Students American Institute of Architects College of Fellows Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A student competition launched in 2015 in partnership with the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA).	Not published	Varies
Small Communities Planning Grants for Stormwater, Wastewater, and Community Resilience RFP Minnesota Pollution Control Agency · Foundation Not published · $1.1M The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is offering $1.1 million in Small Communities Planning Grants to support climate planning projects in communities with populations under 10,000.	Not published	$1.1M
Department of Defense and State Memorandum of Agreement (DSMOA) Department of Toxic Substances Control · State Not published · Varies To accomplish services sought by the Department of Defense (DoD) to provide expedited review and other related services to execute the Defense Environmental Restoration Program (DERP) at identified DoD installations.	Not published	Varies
The Nicor Gas Illinois Innovator Award Evergreen Climate Innovations · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports entrepreneurs who are making a positive environmental impact throughout Illinois.	Not published	Varies
MCF: Community Impact Grants Madison Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $100K The Madison Community Foundation's Community Impact Grants aim to enhance the quality of life for residents in greater Madison.	Not published	$2K – $100K
DJ - Sport Fish Restoration - Fisheries, Boat Access (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the Award.	Not published	Varies
Cook Family Foundation Grant Cook Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cook Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in Shiawassee County by supporting local nonprofits.	Not published	Varies
Robert G. Campbell Community Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert G. Campbell Community Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, is an unrestricted endowment dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Iowa County, WI.	Not published	Varies
RESTORE Landowner Incentive Program Grant Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $116K Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services supports and promotes Florida agriculture, protects the environment, safeguards consumers, and ensures the safety and…	Not published	Up to $116K
Community Foundation of Yavapai Grant Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Community Foundation of Yavapai Grant, managed by the Arizona Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Yavapai County.	Not published	$1K – $20K
Colcom Foundation Grant: Local Environment & Community Colcom Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colcom Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing local environmental and community projects in southwestern Pennsylvania.	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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