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 federal, 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
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What environmental grants are open right now?

U.S. National Science Foundation · Rolling / Open Federal

Life and Environments Through Time The Life and Environments Through Time (LET) program supports research that advances knowledge about the patterns and processes relating to the origin and evolution…

Variable (funds raised by athletes)
LIFE TIME FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Life Time Foundation Athlete Program Funder: Life Time Foundation Program Type: Athlete fundraising program for organizational grants Program Overview Athletes compete in Life Time's signature…

EL& BG LIGHTFOOT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lightfoot Foundation: Environmental Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lightfoot Foundation Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Lightfoot Foundation provides Environmental Grants to support…

THE LIONHEART CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lionheart Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lionheart Charitable Trust Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Lionheart Charitable Trust Grant aims to protect the environment and…

Up to US $5,002
PALMETTOPRIDE THE GOVERNOR'S · Rolling / Open Foundation

Litter Enforcement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: PalmettoPride Amount: Up to US $5,002 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Litter Enforcement Grant, funded by PalmettoPride, has been pivotal in…

THE LONGMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Live & Give Longmont Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Longmont Community Foundation Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Live & Give Longmont Grants Program, managed by the Longmont…

GRAND FORKS PARKS AND RECREATION · Rolling / Open · Ongoing Foundation

Living Tree Memorial Program Geographic Scope: Grand Forks, North Dakota Overview: The Grand Forks Park District Living Tree Campaign allows individuals to dedicate trees in honor, in memory, or just…

US $25,000 - US $200,000
LIBERTY MUTUAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

LMF: Climate Resiliency RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Liberty Mutual Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Liberty Mutual Foundation is launching its…

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Local Climate Action Grants: Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Amount: US $650,000 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Pollution Control…

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

Local Conservation Corps Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Local Conservation…

CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Local Funding- Lenna Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $100,000 Last Updated: August 06, 2025 Summary The Lenna Foundation provides…

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

Local Government Waste Tire Amnesty Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) Amount: US $40,000 - US $90,000 Last Updated:…

Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open State

Local Open Space Grants - Organization: Department of Natural Resources - Type: State Grant

State of Washington Department of Ecology · Rolling / Open Foundation

Local Partner Core Operations Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Washington Department of Ecology Last Updated: May 20, 2025 Summary The Local Partner Core Operations Grants, offered by the State…

LOCKHART VAUGHAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lockhart Vaughan Foundation: New Applicant Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lockhart Vaughan Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Lockhart Vaughan Foundation, established in 1990,…

LOCKHART VAUGHAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:_ * _Prior Grantees:_  _You must submit a contact information form prior to submitting your grant application. This is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline._ * …

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Loudoun Impact Fund Overview: A giving circle of engaged Loudoun County donors managed in partnership by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia and the Community Foundation for Loudoun and…

HUDSON RIVER FOUNDATION FOR SCIENCE AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lower Esopus Stream Management Implementation Plan Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hudson River Foundation Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Lower Esopus Stream…

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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