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
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Updated daily

What environmental grants are open right now?

Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hennepin County Opportunity Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: April 28, 2025 Summary The Hennepin County Opportunity…

Up to $278,616 (2024 total awards to 27 projects)
IDAHO HERITAGE TRUST INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Heritage Grants - Historic Preservation Geographic Scope: Idaho statewide Program Description: The primary way the Idaho Heritage Trust (IHT) supports grassroots efforts to preserve and protect…

HERITAGE HOME GROUP CHAR TR-MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Heritage Home Group Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Heritage Home Group Charitable Trust Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The Heritage Home Group Charitable Trust, established in…

Het X-Y Actiefonds (The X-Y Action Fund) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Het X-Y Actiefonds (The X-Y Action Fund) Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Het X-Y Actiefonds (The X-Y Action Fund) Amount: Up to €2,500 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Het X-Y…

HF Sinclair Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

HF Sinclair Community Investment Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: HF Sinclair Corporation Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary HF Sinclair Community Investment Grants support organizations focused on…

Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $2,500 Last Updated: August 24, 2025 Summary The Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation Grant…

US $1,000 - US $15,000
THE MONIKER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

High Country Region Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Moniker Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 25, 2025 Summary The High Country Region Grant, offered by The Moniker…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Highland County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Highland County Community…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hillman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Hillman Foundation, established in 1951, aims to enhance the quality of life in…

US $2,000 - US $20,000
GERTRUDE L HIRSCH CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hirsch Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gertrude L Hirsch Charitable Trust Amount: US $2,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: September 11, 2024 Summary The Gertrude L. Hirsch Charitable…

Honda Canada Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Honda Canada Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Honda Canada Foundation Inc Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Honda Canada Foundation Grants support registered non-profit charities…

US $25,000 - US $150,000
Honnold Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Honnold Foundation Core Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Honnold Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: December 27, 2025 Summary The Honnold Foundation Core Fund provides…

US $5,000 - US $150,000
City & County of Honolulu · Rolling / Open Foundation

Honolulu Grants-In-Aid Status: ACTIVE Funder: City & County of Honolulu Amount: US $5,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Honolulu Grants-In-Aid program aims to support…

California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Household Hazardous Waste Grant - Small Projects (CA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: November…

SAN ANGELO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grant Program for Non-Profit Organizations Overview: The San Angelo Area Foundation provides grant funding to non-profit organizations serving the Concho Valley area. Geographic Scope: Concho Valley…

Approximately US $2,500
HOWELL LOCKHART SEIPLE NO 1 IDT RES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Howell Lockhart Seiple Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Howell Lockhart Seiple Trust Amount: Approximately US $2,500 Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Howell Lockhart Seiple Trust Grant…

HRBT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HRBT Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hudson River Bank & Trust Company Foundation Last Updated: June 06, 2025 Summary The HRBT Foundation offers grants to support various community-focused…

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

HRE Grants - Local Stewardship Planning Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Amount: US $10,500 - US $75,000 Last Updated: June 10, 2025 Summary The…

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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