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 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?

Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Klamath Water Quality Improvements Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Klamath Water Quality Improvements…

THE KNIGHT FAMILY CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Knight Family Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Knight Family Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Knight Family Charitable Foundation, established…

NEW BREMEN FOUNDATION INC · June 30, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Komminsk Family Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: 50-mile radius of New Bremen, Ohio Focus Areas: - Environmental projects - Animal protection - Green space initiatives - Park lands - Artistic…

American Canoe Association (ACA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

L.L.Bean - Club Fostered Stewardship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Canoe Association (ACA) Amount: US $100 - US $1,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the L.L.…

LAiglon Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

L'Aiglon Foundation: Special Interest Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: L'Aiglon Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary L'Aiglon Foundation, established in 1982,…

L & L NIPPERT CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

L&L Nippert Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: L & L Nippert Charitable Foundation Inc Amount: US $25,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: July 24, 2025 Summary The L&L Nippert Charitable…

THE PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lacamas Watershed Council Overview: An advocacy organization focused on improving water quality in Camas-area lakes through research and implementation of best practices. Geographic Scope: City of…

Tahoe Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Lahontan Community Foundation was founded in 2002 by the members, homeowners and employees of the Lahontan Community. Each year, the Lahontan Community Foundation brings the community…

Tahoe Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lahontan Community Foundation Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tahoe Community Foundation Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Lahontan Community Foundation Fund Grants aim to support…

Lake Champlain Basin Program · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lake Champlain Basin- Artist-in-Residence Grant Programs Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lake Champlain Basin Program Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Lake Champlain Basin…

Ohio Lake Erie Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lake Erie Protection Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Lake Erie Commission Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Lake Erie Protection Fund Grant provides small…

LAKE FOREST GARDEN CLUB · October 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Lake Forest Garden Club Grants Funder: Lake Forest Garden Club (LFGC) Location: Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 Contact: treasurer@lakeforestgc.org Mailing Address: P.O. Box 497, Lake Forest, IL 60045…

The Lake George Association Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lake Impact Fund Grant Funder: The Lake George Association Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Lake George watershed and basin area Focus Areas: Water quality protection projects that benefit Lake George,…

Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lake Michigan Circuit Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Last Updated: January 29, 2025 Summary The Lake Michigan Circuit Grant…

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS RESEARCH AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lake Pontchartrain Basin Restoration Program (PRP) Program Purpose: Restore the ecological health of Lake Pontchartrain Basin by developing and funding restoration projects and related scientific and…

Department of Conservation and Recreation · Rolling / Open State

Land and Water Conservation Fund - Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation - Application Period: TBA

Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation

Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program (IL) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $1,725,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2025 Summary The Land…

Varies by project (grants awarded: $15,000 - $350,000)
THE BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lands to Love® Catalyst Fund Organization: Foundation for America's Public Lands (official charitable partner of the Bureau of Land Management) Status: Active, inaugural grant cycle completed…

$10,000 - $25,000
GREATER BOISE ROTARY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Large Grants Program Award Amount: $10,000 - $25,000 Geographic Scope: Ada County, Idaho Funder: Greater Boise Rotary Foundation (GBRF) Foundation Purpose: Create, promote, maintain and conduct a…

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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