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 state and 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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CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Natural Area Conservation State Not published · Up to $15M Supports conservation projects of statewide significance, including natural areas that support vital ecological or conservation functions and values; provide habitat for rare or endangered species; or have physiographic or geological…	Not published	Up to $15M
Proposition 4 Grant Program Tahoe Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The Conservancy's Proposition 4 program aims to support watershed improvement, forest health biomass utilization, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development, and to reduce the risks of climate change impacts upon…	Not published	Varies
New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant - Tier 1 (Local Projects) (NM) New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant supports local projects that enhance community well-being and boost local economies through improved outdoor infrastructure.	Not published	$25K – $100K
GACF: Educational Grant Cycle Greenville Area Community Fnd · Foundation Not published · Varies The GACF Educational Grant Cycle supports Greenville area nonprofits with educational programs.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Social Change and Environmental Stewardship The Wolcott Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Wolcott Family Foundation (WOLFF) offers grants aimed at fostering social change and environmental stewardship, particularly for grassroots organizations in Colorado.	Not published	$1K – $5K
G20 Global Land Initiative Grant United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification · Foundation Not published · $17K The G20 Global Land Initiative empowers civil society organizations to restore degraded lands and combat desertification.	Not published	$17K
International Ecology Institute - International Recognition of Professional Excellence (IRPE) Prize Grant Inter-Research Science Publisher · Foundation Not published · €3,000 The International Ecology Institute is inviting nominations for the International Recognition of Professional Excellence (IRPE) Prize, aimed at young ecologists under 45 who have made significant contributions to ecological research.	Not published	€3,000
Kantzler Foundation Grant The Kantzler Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kantzler Foundation Grant offers financial support to qualified public institutions and 501(c)(3) organizations in Bay County, Michigan.	Not published	Varies
Wyomissing Foundation Grants The Wyomissing Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wyomissing Foundation, established in 1926, is dedicated to creating community impact through grants to nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Wild Prairie Showdown Awards Great Outdoors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual awards celebrating contributions to conservation and recreation from community members involved with the Great Outdoors Foundation and ICON Water Trails, aligned with organizational values and priorities.	Not published	Varies
Anne S. Richardson Fund Grants Anne S Richardson Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Anne S. Richardson Fund Grants offer support for charitable purposes, focusing on organizations in Ridgefield, Connecticut.	Not published	Varies
Diminished Tree Species Grant Program The Oak Hill Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Diminished Tree Species Grant Program focuses on restoring native tree species crucial for biodiversity and forest health.	Not published	Varies
NC Department of Environmental Quality Grant Programs State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Increasing Urban Trees in Philadelphia Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation aims to enhance Philadelphia's urban forest through strategic initiatives that promote equitable tree coverage.	Not published	Varies
CFECFL Community Grant Program Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $20K The CFECFL Community Grant Program offers competitive grants to nonprofit organizations serving Chemung and Southeastern Steuben counties. Grants support diverse areas including the arts, education, environment, and human services.	Not published	$2K – $20K
Legacy Disposal Site Abatement Partial Grant Program (CA) California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The Legacy Disposal Site Abatement Partial Grant Program, administered by CalRecycle, provides financial assistance to public entities in California for the cleanup of abandoned landfill sites.	Not published	Up to $750K
Northern Chautauqua Environmental Fund Grant Program Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Northern Chautauqua Environmental Fund Grant Program aims to enhance environmental education concerning Lake Erie and its watershed.	Not published	Up to $500
AFC Local Flood Solutions Grantee Cohort American Flood Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Flood Coalition's first-ever grantee cohort program that funds local place-based organizations testing scalable solutions to flooding.	Not published	Varies
Grassroots Leadership Fund - General Support Funding The Rose Foundation for Communities the Environment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grassroots Leadership Fund, in partnership with the Kresge Foundation’s Climate Resilient and Equitable Water Systems (CREWS) Initiative, supports local activists across the country, and the small groups they lead, with immediate…	Not published	Varies
Habitat Pays South Dakota Game Fish & Parks Grants · State Not published · Varies Helps landowners develop and fund wildlife habitat. Supports farmers and ranchers in creating wildlife habitat on their properties.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Wisconsin Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program by the Arbor Day Foundation encourages colleges and universities to engage in sustainable practices by fostering community forests and enhancing campus greenery.	Not published	Varies
Clean Water Legacy Partners Grant Program Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The Clean Water Legacy Partners Grant Program, administered by the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources, aims to enhance partnerships for protecting and restoring Minnesota's water resources.	Not published	$50K – $250K
UCF - Urban and Community Forestry Program (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Technical and financial assistance to the state’s communities on the management of their trees and other related natural resources. https://dnr.illinois.gov/conservation/forestry.html https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/urban-forests/ucf…	Not published	Varies
Patricia and Nicolaas Kortlandt Memorial Fund Grant Northern Piedmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Patricia and Nicolaas Kortlandt Memorial Fund Grant, offered by the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Fauquier County.	Not published	Varies

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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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