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 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
Foundation
Updated daily

What environmental grants are open right now?

More than US $25,000
NORTHERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NICF: Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Indiana Community Foundation Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The NICF: Impact Grants support projects over…

NORTHERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NICF: Miami County Grants - Community Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Indiana Community Foundation Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The NICF: Miami County Grants - Community…

NORTHERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

NICF: Miami County Grants - Micro Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Indiana Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The NICF Micro Grant program offers…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nina Baldwin Fisher Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Amount: US $1,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Nina Baldwin Fisher…

NINA HEARD ASTIN CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nina Heard Astin Charitable Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nina Heard Astin Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Nina Heard Astin Charitable…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Niskayuna…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE GREATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Niskayuna Community Foundation Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The…

NISSAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About "Enriching people's lives" is the global vision of Nissan and all its operating companies across the world. Nissan supports this vision by improving the quality of life in the…

Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nitrogen Management Financial Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Nitrogen Management…

State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJ Clean Vessel – Pump Out Facilities Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Amount: US $3,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: September 23, 2025…

State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJ Water Bank Technical Assistance Planning and Design Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Amount: US $2,000,000 Last Updated: October 15, 2025…

State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJ’s Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The NJ…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · Rolling / Open Foundation

NJDEP: It Pay$ to Plug In Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary…

US $50,000 - US $100,000
NINETY-NINE GIRLFRIENDS · Rolling / Open Foundation

NNG Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ninety Nine Girlfriends Amount: US $50,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Ninety-nine Girlfriends offers annual Impact Awards ranging…

US $5,000 - US $150,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Rolling / Open Foundation

No Child Left Inside Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office Amount: US $5,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: December 27, 2025 Summary The No Child Left…

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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