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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Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Connecticut Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to foster green spaces and enhance community forests.	Not published	Varies
Alliance Prize in Circular Solutions for Flexibles Alliance to End Plastic Waste Inc · Foundation Not published · $3M The Alliance Prize was launched in April 2022 to help scale and ultimately commercialize technological innovation by connecting it with capital and technical expertise.	Not published	$3M
Charles and Roberta Katz Environmental Summer Fellowships Grant The University of Texas Law School Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law - The University of Texas School of Law The William Wayne Justice Center for Public Interest Law was created in 2004 when the law school joined with Judge William Wayne Justice’s former…	Not published	$8K
Gulf Sea Level Variation and Rise Grants National Academy of Sciences · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gulf Research Program's Gulf Sea Level Variation and Rise Grants aim to invest in research that significantly advances understanding of the regional components of Gulf sea-level variation and rise, with implications for coastal…	Not published	Varies
Luck Companies Foundation Grants Luck Companies Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Luck Companies Foundation Grants aim to foster long-term positive impact in communities through values-based leadership and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Varies
Idaho Flood Management Grants Idaho Department of Water Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Idaho Flood Management Grants program provides financial assistance for projects aimed at repairing flood-damaged stream channels and improving flood risk management across the state.	Not published	Up to $200K
OEPA: Source Reduction Grant (Formerly Water Bottle Refilling Station Grant) Ohio Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The OEPA Source Reduction Grant provides funding to governments, non-profits, and educational institutions for purchasing equipment that promotes reuse, such as water bottle refilling stations and dishwashers.	Not published	Up to $10K
DCCF: Community Needs Grants Dekalb County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Eligible organizations seeking funding for facility construction or expansion are encouraged to apply for a Build the Future Grant. This program replaces the large-request section of the Community Needs Grant program.	Not published	Varies
National Environment Program RFP Grant The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K As New York's largest community foundation, The New York Community Trust (The Trust) fosters and engages in enduring and innovative philanthropy, making grants that bring together the local knowledge and expertise of its team, nonprofits…	Not published	Up to $300K
Outdoor Programming The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies By 2035, the Foundation will have supported 50,000 participant program days of park, trail, and water programming.	Not published	Varies
First Horizon Foundation Grant (Chattanooga and Cleveland, TN) First Horizon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the First Horizon Foundation we are constantly investing in organizations across our footprint that do important work every day to make the places we serve better and stronger.	Not published	Varies
Price Gilbert, Jr. Charitable Fund Grant TW Price Gilbert Jr Charitable Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Price Gilbert, Jr. Charitable Fund, established through the will of Price Gilbert, Jr., focuses on supporting charitable and educational institutions in the Atlanta area.	Not published	Varies
Assessment Program - Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Grants Niagara County Brownfield Development Corporation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Funding is available to conduct Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) at sites throughout Niagara County to help communities understand environmental conditions on properties and whether those conditions could be harmful to…	Rolling	Varies
Gulf Research Program Science Policy Fellowships National Academy of Sciences · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gulf Research Program's Science Policy Fellowship helps scientists hone their skills by putting them to practice for the benefit of Gulf Coast communities and ecosystems.	Not published	Varies
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Climate Catalyst Innovation Fund State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Coastal Fund (CF) Grant - Major Funding Uc Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Coastal Fund (CF) Grant at the University of California, Santa Barbara, supports initiatives that connect people with coastal ecosystems through funding.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) Grant Program California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) · Foundation Not published · Up to $375K The Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) Grant Program, administered by CalRecycle, aims to divert waste tires from landfills and foster markets for recycled tire products.	Not published	Up to $375K
DE Community Water Quality Improvement Grant (CWQIG) Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K The DE Community Water Quality Improvement Grant (CWQIG) supports projects aimed at enhancing water quality in impaired watersheds across Delaware.	Not published	$25K – $75K
DMF Grants Del Mar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Https://www.delmarfoundation.org/grants/	Not published	Varies
Two For The Trails Grant Athletic Brewing · Foundation Not published · Varies The Two For The Trails Grant, offered by Atlantic Brewing Company, supports nonprofit organizations dedicated to environmental preservation and outdoor access.	Not published	Varies
Roy and Marian Holleman Foundation Grant Holleman Roy & Marian Fdn-Main · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Roy and Marian Holleman Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations with a focus on the welfare of domesticated animals and library science.	Not published	$10K – $25K
L.L.Bean - Club Fostered Stewardship Grant American Canoe Association (ACA) · Foundation Not published · $100 – $1K Easily learn more about the L.L. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Mar 2027. Since 2002, the ACA has partnered with L.L. Bean to sponsor the Club Fostered Stewardship (CFS) Program.	Not published	$100 – $1K
Institute for Healthy Air, Water and Soil Research Grant - Invasive Plant Management Study Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $100K	Not published	$100K
Federal TA Set-Asides TransOptions Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	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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