Grants for Environmental Projects

Last updated June 14, 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?

MARIANNE G FAULKNER TRUST UW FBO VARIOUS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marianne G. Faulkner Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marianne G. Faulkner Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $400,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Marianne G. Faulkner…

MARION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marion Community Foundation: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marion Community Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Marion Community Foundation's Community Grants Program aims…

THE DENNIS AND BARBARA MARION FAMILY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Dennis and Barbara Marion Family Charitable Foundation The Barbara and Dennis Marion Family Charitable Foundation (Marion Family Foundation) is dedicated to supporting a diverse range of…

MARJORIE MOORE CHARITABLE FDN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marjorie Moore Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marjorie Moore Charitable Foundation Last Updated: October 17, 2025 Summary The Marjorie Moore Charitable Foundation Grant supports…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Purpose Mark Schwiebert established the Mark W. Schwiebert Fund for Environmental Studies in 2016 to fund programs that educate the public on environmental challenges posed by climate change…

THE MARKS FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Marks Family Foundation supports organizations that provide programs in education, arts, environmental sustainability, or health for youth and under-represented populations. New York…

MARSHALL COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marshall County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marshall County Community Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Marshall County…

KEEP AMERICA BEAUTIFUL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Corridor Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Keep America Beautiful (KAB) Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Martin Luther King…

MARY A CROCKER TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mary A. Crocker Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mary A Crocker Trust Dtd Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Mary A. Crocker Trust Grant focuses on enhancing education and environmental…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mary Hillman Jennings Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Last Updated: October 25, 2025 Summary The Mary Hillman Jennings Foundation Grant supports nonprofit…

GREATER WILLIAMSBURG COMMUNITY TRUST · July 11, 2026 · Biennial Foundation

Mary Turnbull Bike & Walk Fund Overview: The fund supports programs that promote the use of biking and other forms of active transportation in greater Williamsburg. Fund History: - Established: 2023…

Maryland Department of the Environment · Rolling / Open State

Maryland Green Registry The Maryland Green Registry is a free and voluntary membership program that promotes and recognizes environmentally sustainable practices at organizations of all types and…

Social Finance Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Massachusetts Climate Careers Fund Overview: Offers 0% interest loans to Massachusetts residents to enroll in and complete training programs leading to good-paying, in-demand climate jobs. Covers…

Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation · Rolling / Open Foundation

MassTrails Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The MassTrails Grants program offers matching grants to support…

Iowa Barn Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Matching Grant - IBF Restoration Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Barn Foundation Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary The Iowa Barn Foundation's Matching Grant - IBF Restoration Grant aims to…

US $200 - US $5,000
MathWorks Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

MathWorks Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mathworks Foundation Inc Amount: US $200 - US $5,000 Last Updated: May 20, 2025 Summary The MathWorks Community Grant supports nonprofit organizations…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
MASSERINI MAURICE J TUA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Maurice J. Masserini Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maurice J. Masserini Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: April 19, 2025 Summary The Maurice J. Masserini Trust Grant aims to…

Mayer and Morris Kaplan Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mayer and Morris Kaplan Foundation Environment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mayer And Morris Kaplan Foundation Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Mayer and Morris Kaplan Foundation…

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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