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?

$25,000 - $100,000
Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island Trust · September 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Large Grants (Huney) Overview: The Large Grants (Huney) Committee awards significant grants for major capital projects that will have transformative impact on the Bainbridge Island community. Funds…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
The Lawrence Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lawrence Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lawrence Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Lawrence Foundation is a private family foundation…

DL SAUNDERS LAWRENCE SAUNDERS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lawrence Saunders Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lawrence Saunders Fund Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Lawrence Saunders Fund Grant, established in memory of…

More than US $100
Longboat Key Garden Club · Rolling / Open Foundation

LBK Garden Club Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Longboat Key Garden Club Amount: More than US $100 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The LBK Garden Club, established in 1969, is dedicated to…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
Longboat Key Garden Club · Rolling / Open Foundation

LBK Garden Club Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Longboat Key Garden Club Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Longboat Key Garden Club offers…

LEE COUNTY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC · September 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

LCEC Environmental Funding Award Program Funder: Lee County Electric Cooperative Inc (LCEC) Geographic Scope: Lee County, Florida (within LCEC service territory) Program Description: LCEC provides…

Environmental Protection · Rolling / Open State

Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Program Details - Agency: Environmental Protection - CSFA Number: 532-60-3017 - Program: Lead Service Line Inventory Grant Program - Announcement Type: Initial -…

FILANTROPIA PUERTO RICO INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Learning to Listen (L2L) - Environment Track Status: Completed Phase 1 Geographic Scope: Puerto Rico Focus Areas: Environmental sustainability, agroecology, land conservation, resiliency Objective…

TR UA LEE & MARY JANE RIETH FDN XXXXX0001 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ Lee A. and Mary J. Rieth Foundation The Foundation makes grants in the areas…

THE LONGMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Left Hand Giving Circle (LHGC) is a group of local women committed to improving our community through philanthropic donations and group volunteer projects.  Left Hand Giving Circle is…

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

Legacy Disposal Site Abatement Partial Grant Program (CA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) Amount: Up to US $750,000 Last Updated: March…

SAN DIEGO TIJUANA WORLD DESIGN CAPITAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Program Status: Active and ongoing. Foundation-laying phase for long-term impact projects. Geographic Scope: San Diego Tijuana region (binational) Partner: UC San Diego Design Lab (lead…

Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources · Rolling / Open State

Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources The function of the LCCMR (formerly LCMR) is to make funding recommendations to the legislature for special environment and natural resource…

LEO POTISHMAN FOUNDATION XXXXX3002 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ Leo Potishman Foundation For the support of charitable purposes with…

Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council · Rolling / Open State

Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council (LSOHC) makes annual recommendations to the Minnesota Legislature on appropriations from the Outdoor Heritage Fund…

LEVINE IMPACT LAB INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Levine Impact Lab Grant LIL’s grant programs are geared towards community-based nonprofit organizations focused on the environment, sustainability, climate resiliency, and/or education. What…

THE LUMPKIN FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LFF: Nature-Based Climate Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lumpkin Family Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The LFF: Nature-Based Climate Action…

LG&E AND KU FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc. Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants support initiatives focused…

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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