Grants for Environmental Projects

Last updated October 30, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,088 active grants for environmental projects in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 32 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 927 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 2,088; from 1,278 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$150K
Total listed funding: $423.2M; across 927 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 35; 91 with a published date

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Community-Led Green Infrastructure The Greater New Orleans Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Orleans Community Support Foundation (NOCSF) invites applications from eligible nonprofit and community-based organizations for grants under the Community-Led Green Infrastructure initiative.	Not published	Varies
APS Community Impact Grants Arizona Public Service Company (APS) · Foundation Not published · Varies The APS Community Impact Grants aim to address diverse community needs across Arizona through support for education, small business, arts, human services, environment, and community development.	Not published	Varies
Green Builds Business United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Varies A business coaching program that offers proven green best practices to suppliers. The goal is to enable business suppliers' ability to identify, design, and implement green projects that achieve triple bottom line results.	Not published	Varies
Passion Grants Lancaster County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lancaster County Community Foundation's Passion Grants convert donors' passions into impact through supporting programming in a broad range of focus areas.	Not published	Varies
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Special Projects - Climb to Tree City USA Services (Hurricane Helene Recovery (HHR)) Grant North Carolina Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $2.2M Easily learn more about the N.C. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Mar 2027.	Not published	$2.2M
Learning to Listen (L2L) - Environment Track Filantropia Puerto Rico Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $45K Advance resiliency and sustainability of nonprofit environmental organizations while: Organizations under IALA's fiscal sponsorship:	Not published	$15K – $45K
Delta Extension Fellowship Grant California Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $130K The Delta Extension Fellowship, hosted by California Sea Grant and the Delta Stewardship Council, aims to enhance community resilience and social well-being in the Delta region.	Not published	$130K
SAC Foundation Grant Schuylkill Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $2K The SAC Foundation Grant, offered by the Schuylkill Area Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Schuylkill County to enhance community well-being.	Not published	$100 – $2K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Virginia Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, promotes the importance of trees and green spaces in college environments.	Not published	Varies
HDR Foundation: Canada Grant Cycle HDR Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The HDR Foundation: Canada Grant Cycle offers support to qualified organizations in education, health, and environmental stewardship.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Hudson River Estuary Program - Local Stewardship Planning (NY) Grant New York State Department of Environmental Conservation · Foundation Not published · $11K – $75K The Hudson River Estuary Program is offering approximately $700,000 in grants for Local Stewardship Planning to enhance climate resilience and improve natural resource stewardship in New York.	Not published	$11K – $75K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Mississippi Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, empowers colleges to cultivate green spaces and enhance campus life.	Not published	Varies
New Hampshire Outdoor Council Grant New Hampshire Outdoor Council · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The New Hampshire Outdoor Council Grant supports initiatives aligned with hiking trail maintenance, search and rescue operations, and educational programs to reduce the need for rescues.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Climate Catalysts Innovation Fund Vermont Council on Rural Development Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $4K	Not published	$500 – $4K
Live & Give Longmont Grants Program The Longmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Live & Give Longmont Grants Program, managed by the Longmont Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations with operational budgets under $1 million.	Not published	Varies
Wirtanen Family Fund Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The fund encourages co-sponsorship and co-funding of projects.	Not published	Varies
FACF: Community Grants - Community Development Grants Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fremont Area Community Foundation's Community Development Grants aim to enhance local economies and natural resources through collaboration.	Not published	Varies
IWLA: National Conservation Scholarship Grant Izaak Walton League of America · Foundation Not published · $3K The IWLA National Conservation Scholarship, established in 2005 by the Izaak Walton League of America, aims to foster future leaders in natural resource management.	Not published	$3K
First Ascent Charitable Foundation Grant First Ascent Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Ascent Charitable Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations focused on enriching communities through education, business, and environmental sustainability.	Not published	Varies
Drops of Hope Giving Program Grant Vapur · Foundation Not published · Varies The Drops of Hope Giving Program, initiated by Vapur, aims to enhance environmental sustainability by reducing single-use plastics.	Not published	Varies
Lahontan Community Foundation Fund Grants Tahoe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lahontan Community Foundation was founded in 2002 by the members, homeowners and employees of the Lahontan Community.	Not published	Varies
Lawrence Foundation Grant The Lawrence Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Lawrence Foundation is a private family foundation established in 2000, dedicated to granting funds for environmental and human services causes.	Not published	$5K – $10K
NICF: Community Foundation Annual Grants (Starke County) Northern Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The NICF Community Foundation Annual Grants support a wide range of initiatives in Starke County, including education, health, arts, and community development.	Not published	Varies
Proposition 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience Grant California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $50K – $2M The Proposition 4 grant aims to enhance wildfire resilience and forest restoration while promoting watershed improvement and workforce development for disadvantaged communities.	Not published	$50K – $2M

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About environmental grants

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for environmental projects award?

Of the 2,088 grants for environmental projects Grantable lists as of October 30, 2026, 927 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $150K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for environmental projects?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Arbor Day Foundation (42), Maryland Department of the Environment (30), Natural Resources (28), Chesapeake Bay Trust (16), and First Horizon Foundation (14). In all, 1,278 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for environmental projects due?

Of 2,088 grants listed, 35 accept applications on a rolling basis, 91 have a published upcoming deadline, 191 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,771 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in October–December.

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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