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 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?

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation

Municipal Flood Control Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $600,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Municipal Flood Control…

Saint Louis County Department of Public Health   · Rolling / Open Foundation

Municipal Waste Reduction Grant (MO) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saint Louis County Department of Public Health   Last Updated: October 07, 2024 Summary The Municipal Waste Reduction Grant in St. Louis…

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

Nanoscale Interactions The Nanoscale Interactions program is part of theEnvironmental Engineering and Sustainabilitycluster, which also includes: 1) the Environmental Engineering program; and 2) the…

Varies (2025: $48,000 total; 2024: $60,000 total; 2023: $50,000 total)
CENTENNIAL PARK CONSERVANCY · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Nashville Earth Day Environmental Project Grants Funder: Centennial Park Conservancy Program Description: Annual grant program that distributes proceeds from Nashville Earth Day festival to support…

THE NEW YORK COMMUNITY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

National Environment Program RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The New York Community Trust Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary Overview About The New York Community…

GREATER LANSING AREA CLEAN CITIES · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

National Park Michigan Mobility Challenge (NPMMC) Funder: State of Michigan / National Park Service Focus Areas: Advanced mobility and electrification technologies for Michigan National Parks…

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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