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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Annual Grant Program - Community Enrichment United Way of Gloucester County · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of Gloucester County provides annual grant funding to eligible nonprofit organizations serving Gloucester County residents.	Not published	Varies
Whole Watershed Program Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies The Whole Watershed Program provides funding over a five-year pilot program to five targeted watersheds with the goal of improving watershed health through a diverse selection of highly collaborative, science based environmental actions.	Not published	Varies
Community Foundation for Oak Park Grant Community Foundation for Oak Park · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Community Foundation for Oak Park offers grants to non-profit organizations serving the residents of Oak Park, focusing on education, recreation, the environment, cultural programs, and social services.	Not published	Up to $500
The Elmer L. & Eleanor J. Andersen Foundation Legacy Grants The Minneapolis Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Elmer L. & Eleanor J. Andersen Foundation Legacy Grants, a part of the Minneapolis Foundation, has been enhancing lives since 1957 through family grantmaking.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Coalitions & Collaboratives AIM Grant (Action, Implementation & Mitigation) Coalitions & Collaboratives Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The AIM (Action, Implementation and Mitigation) Grant from Coalitions & Collaboratives (COCO), a Colorado nonprofit, funds capacity-building for wildfire risk reduction on non-federal lands (personnel, planning, mitigation work).	Not published	$10K – $50K
North Bank Communities Fund LJ Midge Verplank Community Impact Fund · Foundation Not published · $583 – $125K Supports local projects in education, recreation, and environmental areas for North Bank communities.	Not published	$583 – $125K
Regenerate New York Forestry Cost Share Grant Program New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $1M Grant funds will be reserved for priority applicants and projects until March 10, 2026.Applications will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on August 31, 2026, in SFS Grants Management. Grant funds will be awarded on a rolling basis.	Not published	$10K – $1M
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Climb to Tree City USA Package - 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
Proposition 68 Grants for Lower Los Angeles River (LLAR) San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · $1M – $200M Priorities for RMC Prop 68 Grant Funding: 1. Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects 2.	Not published	$1M – $200M
NJ’s Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Up to $4K The NJ Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program aims to support the installation of electric vehicle charging stations across New Jersey.	Not published	Up to $4K
Parks and Open Space Florida Forever Grant Program Florida Department of Environmental Protection · Foundation Not published · Varies The Parks and Open Space Florida Forever Grant Program, managed by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, aims to preserve green spaces by funding local governments and eligible nonprofits for park and open space acquisitions.	Not published	Varies
CFDC: Community Grants Dekalb County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: While submissions are accepted at any time, grants are awarded quarterly.	Not published	Varies
Community Action Coalition of Virginia Fund Suffolk Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A funding source managed through the Suffolk Foundation that supports nonprofit organizations in the Suffolk and Western Tidewater region.	Not published	Varies
Driving a Cleaner Illinois - Volkswagen Environmental Protection · State Not published · $10M – $1.8B	Not published	$10M – $1.8B
Boone REMC Operation Round Up Grant Community Foundation of Boone County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Boone REMC Operation Round Up Grant provides up to $10,000 to eligible nonprofits within the Boone REMC service territory, focusing on community service, economic development, education, youth programs, environment, and disaster relief.	Not published	Up to $10K
Gene & Joan Witiak Fund Grant Lehigh Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Area-of-Interest Funds- Lehigh Valley Community Foundation An area-of-interest fund supports programs & initiatives that tackle issues of your choosing, such as the environment, camperships, or no-kill animal shelters.	Not published	Varies
Frontiers Planet Prize Grant Australian Academy of Science · Foundation Not published · $1M The Frontiers Planet Prize, established in 2022 by the Frontiers Research Foundation, recognizes innovative research aimed at solving critical environmental challenges.	Not published	$1M
Environmental Fund Warren County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports local projects that promote conservation and sustainable practices through education, community engagement, and grants.	Not published	Varies
The Agriculture, Soil Health, and Water Efficiency Innovation Pilot Program Grant Arizona Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The Agriculture, Soil Health, and Water Efficiency Innovation Pilot Program aims to enhance the health and safety of Arizona's agricultural sector while promoting efficient water use.	Not published	Varies
Circular Arizona Scholarship Arizona Recycling Coalition · Foundation Not published · $3K Circular Arizona's annual scholarship program awards two $2,500 scholarships to Arizona students pursuing careers or community action in sustainability / the circular economy, selected competitively on academic excellence, leadership, and…	Not published	$3K
Riparian Buffer Block Grant Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Riparian Buffer Block Grant, offered by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, supports organizations in establishing native riparian woody buffers.	Not published	Varies
Community Fund Grants Four Way Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Four Way Community Foundation awards grants to a diverse variety of nonprofit organizations in their target area through their Community Fund Grants program.	Not published	Varies
Research and Outreach Grants Related to Invasive Plant Management in Florida Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission · Foundation Not published · $20K – $40K The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission provides annual funding through the Invasive Plant Management Section to support research and outreach projects aimed at managing invasive plant species.	Not published	$20K – $40K
Wisconsin Ready for Reuse Program Hazardous Substance Loans & Grants Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Wisconsin Ready for Reuse Program offers loans and grants to support the cleanup of brownfield properties.	Not published	Up to $200K

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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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