Grants for Environmental Projects

Last updated June 15, 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
Foundation
Updated daily

What environmental grants are open right now?

THE ROSE FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Grassroots Leadership Fund The Grassroots Leadership Fund, in partnership with the Kresge Foundation’s Climate Resilient and Equitable Water Systems (CREWS) Initiative, supports local…

GRATIOT COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Competitive Grants  The Gratiot County Community Foundation is interested in funding projects which will improve the quality of life for the citizens of Gratiot County. We hold 3 competitive…

KEEP AMERICA BEAUTIFUL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Keep America Beautiful A leading national nonprofit, Keep America Beautiful inspires and educates people to take action every day to improve and beautify their community environment.…

Great Lakes Protection Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Great Lakes Protection Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Great Lakes Protection Fund Last Updated: May 27, 2025 Summary The Great Lakes Protection Fund Grant aims to support projects that deliver…

The Community Foundation of Utah · Rolling / Open Foundation

Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust Organization: Community Foundation of Utah Geographic Scope: Great Salt Lake area, Utah Program Type: Community Impact Fund Description: A Community Impact…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greater Dayton Conservation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Greater Dayton Conservation Fund Grant,…

Greater Green Valley Community FDN Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greater Green Valley Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Green Valley Community Foundation Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Greater Green Valley Community Foundation…

UNITED STATES HISPANIC CHAMBER OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green Builds Business Program Name: Green Builds Business – Greening Toyota's Supply Chain Funder: Toyota (via USHCC partnership) Overview: A business coaching program that offers proven green best…

AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green Chemistry Challenge Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Chemical Society Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The Green Chemistry Challenge Award recognizes innovative chemical…

US $75,000 - US $2,500,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green Infrastructure Grant (IL) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Amount: US $75,000 - US $2,500,000 Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Green Infrastructure…

THE GREATER NEW ORLEANS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The New Orleans Community Support Foundation, a supporting organization of the Greater New Orleans Foundation, is seeking an evaluator or evaluation team to support evaluation planning and…

Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green Partners Grants: Environmental Action Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Green…

US $1,000,000 - US $10,000,000
New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green Resiliency Grants (NY) Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation Amount: US $1,000,000 - US $10,000,000 Last Updated: May 09, 2025 Summary The Green Resiliency…

US $50,000 - US $5,000,000
The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green School Works Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) Amount: US $50,000 - US $5,000,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Overview Green School Works…

State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green Space Grant Program: Local Open Space Grant (RI) Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau Amount: Up to US $400,000 Last…

THE WILLIAM PENN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Green Stormwater Infrastructure Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William Penn Foundation Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The William Penn Foundation's Green Stormwater Infrastructure initiative…

KEEP LOUISIANA BEAUTIFUL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Greener Grounds Grant Funder: Keep Louisiana Beautiful Inc. Geographic Scope: Louisiana Program Description: A grant program supporting greener grounds and environmental sustainability initiatives.…

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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