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 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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What environmental grants are open right now?

GOLD HOUSE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Gold Green Grant Organization: Gold House Foundation Inc in partnership with Garnier (L'Oréal Group) Overview: The Gold Green Grant is a collaborative initiative celebrating sustainability-focused…

LISA & DOUGLAS GOLDMAN FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Goldman Fund: Environment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lisa & Douglas Goldman Fund Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Goldman Fund, established by Lisa and Douglas Goldman, focuses on…

Up to $5,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WABASH · September 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Good Deeds Grants Overview: Small to mid-sized grants that help nonprofit organizations respond to and meet the basic needs of Wabash County citizens and provide enrichment experiences for those with…

THE GOODNOW FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Goodnow Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Goodnow Fund Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Goodnow Fund is a family foundation that provides approximately $1.5 million in grants annually to…

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company · Rolling / Open Foundation

Goodyear Community Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Last Updated: September 06, 2025 Summary The Goodyear Community Support Grant aims to empower nonprofit…

US $100 - US $100,000
OWEN T & ALICE M GORMAN TESTAMENTARY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gorman Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Owen T & Alice M Gorman Test Charitable Tr UW Alice M Gorman Amount: US $100 - US $100,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Gorman…

KEEP TEXAS BEAUTIFUL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Governor's Community Achievement Awards (GCAA) Funder: Keep Texas Beautiful in partnership with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Geographic Scope: Texas (all communities eligible) Award…

Columbine Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grand Foundation Annual Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Grand Foundation Annual Grant supports non-profit organizations in Grand County,…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grand Haven Area Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation's grants enhance…

Kane County, Illinois · Rolling / Open Foundation

​Grand V​icto​ria Riverboat Fund Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kane County, Illinois Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Grand Victoria Riverboat Fund Program,…

US $10,000 in in-kind support
METER Environment · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grant A. Harris Fellowship Status: ACTIVE Funder: METER Environment Amount: US $10,000 in in-kind support Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Grant A. Harris Fellowship, sponsored by METER…

BLACK SWAMP BUCKS UNLIMITED · December 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Grant Request Application Funder: Black Swamp Bucks Unlimited (OH, US) Mission: To promote conservation of wildlife and related outdoor activities for present and future generations. Geographic Scope…

Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Department of Parks and Recreation · Rolling / Open State

Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program (GCA)- G25 The Grants and Cooperative Agreements (GCA) Program provides for well managed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation by providing financial…

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grants for Drinking Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Projects Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Amount: Up to US $5,000,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2026…

· Rolling / Open State

Grants for Recycling Businesses This program provides small grants to recycling businesses to reduce the flow of solid waste to disposal facilities and encourage the sustainable recovery of materials…

THE WOLCOTT FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grants for Social Change and Environmental Stewardship Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Wolcott Family Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Wolcott Family…

FRANCES P BUNNELLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Grants for the Common Good Overview: Competitive grants distributed in two cycles per year to advance the quality of life in Georgetown County, South Carolina. Geographic Scope: Georgetown County, SC…

WELLS COUNTY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grants for Wells County Non-Profit Organizations Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wells County Foundation Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Wells County Foundation offers grants to support non-profit…

CLARK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · November 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Grants to Clark County Area Nonprofit Organizations Geographic Scope: Clark County, Wisconsin Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations in Clark County area Focus Areas: Board Designated grants available…

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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