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 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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What environmental grants are open right now?

Between $1 and $1,000,000
State Water Resources Control Board · Rolling / Open State

Orphan Site Cleanup Fund The Orphan Site Cleanup Fund (OSCF) is a grant program providing financial assistance to eligible applicants for the cleanup of sites contaminated by leaking petroleum…

OCEAN RISK AND RESILIENCE ACTION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

ORRAA Canadian-Funded Project Grants (First Wave) Funder: Government of Canada (CAD$9 million contribution announced at COP26 2021) Program Status: First wave of projects selected November 2022 at…

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS · November 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Orville T. Magoon Sustainable Coasts Award Purpose: Recognition of outstanding contributions to sustainable engineering practices in managing shorelines and coastal infrastructure through research,…

OPEN SPACE INSTITUTE LAND TRUST INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

OSI: Land and Climate Catalyst Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Open Space Institute Land Trust Inc. Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The OSI Land and…

Otter Tail Corporation Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Last Updated: July 24, 2025 Summary The Otter Tail Corporation Foundation Grant Program…

North Dakota Industrial Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Outdoor Heritage Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota Industrial Commission Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Outdoor Heritage Fund, overseen by the North Dakota Industrial…

THE WILLIAM PENN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Outdoor Programming By 2035, the Foundation will have supported 50,000 participant program days of park, trail, and water programming. An important part of improving public spaces like…

Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Rolling / Open Foundation

OWEB Focused Investment Partnerships Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) Amount: Approximately US $2,000,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Note:…

Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Rolling / Open Foundation

OWEB Operating Capacity Grants - Council Capacity Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The OWEB Operating Capacity Grants support…

CORNELIA T BAILEY CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Mission The Foundation’s mission is to utilize its assets to assist any not-for-profit organization seeking to promote the arts or create programs that inspire, engage, and teach. We…

ALPHAMUNDI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

P4G - Safi Organics Partnership Funder: AlphaMundi Foundation with support from World Resources Institute (WRI) and P4G Program Type: Business partnership and scaling initiative Geographic Scope:…

PENNSYLVANIA URBAN & COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

PA's Environmental Justice Forests Grant Program Overview: TreePennsylvania administers this grant program which includes required Tree Tender Trainings. Grantees are required to provide trainings…

US $15,000 - US $100,000
PACIFIC LIFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pacific Life Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pacific Life Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: July 09, 2025 Summary The Pacific Life Foundation Grants aim to positively…

PALISADES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION · October 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Palisades Community Fund (PCF) Funder: Palisades Community Association (PCA) Established: December 1995 Status: Active grant-making program Overview The Palisades Community Fund (PCF) was established…

PALM BEACH COMMUNITY TR FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Palm Beach Community Trust Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Palm Beach Community Trust Fund Amount: US $4,500 - US $30,000 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Palm Beach Community Trust Fund…

Up to $40,000 (over 2 years)
PALMETTOPRIDE THE GOVERNOR'S · Rolling / Open Foundation

PalmettoPride Litter Task Force Grant Overview: Grant program providing funds and support to counties to establish dedicated litter and code enforcement positions. Eligible Applicants: - Counties and…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
THE PALO ALTO COMMUNITY FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Palo Alto Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Palo Alto Community Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Palo Alto Community Fund Grant supports…

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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