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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Barney & Barney Foundation Annual Grant Program Barney & Barney Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barney & Barney Foundation awards grants to local non-profit organizations annually. Since 2009, the Foundation has awarded $5.5 million to more than 300 non-profits.	Not published	Varies
Lee A. and Mary J. Rieth Foundation Grant Tr UA Lee & Mary Jane Rieth Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ The Foundation makes grants in the areas of environment, religion, environmental education and nature education. _You can learn…	Not published	Varies
Ittleson Foundation: Environmental Program Grants Ittleson Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ittleson Foundation Environmental Program Grants support innovative projects that enhance environmental activism through education and grassroots efforts.	Not published	Varies
Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Grant Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Grant supports transformative programs in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas, focusing on arts, education, environmental health, and human services.	Not published	Up to $10K
San Diego River Conservancy Direct Grant Program San Diego River Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Funding for this grant program was provided through the Budget Act of 2021-22 for local assistance projects.	Not published	Varies
Impact100 Traverse City Grant Impact 100 of Traverse City Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact100 Traverse City provides transformational grants across five counties, focusing on environment, education, arts, family, and health initiatives. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt and serve the local community.	Not published	$100K
Anne Arundel County Forestry and Forested Land Protection Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $238K The Anne Arundel County Forestry and Forested Land Protection Grant Program, in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Trust, aims to fund forestry projects and land protection initiatives in Anne Arundel County.	Not published	Up to $238K
Wildfire Smoke Preparedness in Community Buildings (361217) Grant Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · $350K – $2.5M The Wildfire Smoke Preparedness program, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, aims to enhance public health by providing grants for assessing and mitigating wildfire smoke hazards in community buildings.	Not published	$350K – $2.5M
Glen Ellyn Fund Initiative The Dupage Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K Targeted partnership between the DuPage Foundation and the Village of Glen Ellyn to provide focused grant funding to organizations serving the Glen Ellyn community.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Cost Share for Federal Funding Opportunities Clean Hydrogen Program CA Energy Commission · State Not published · Varies The purpose of this solicitation is to provide cost share funding for eligible projects (see Section II.C. of GFO-22-903) to applicants that apply for and receive an award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA).	Not published	Varies
Climate-Smart Forestry Cost-Share Funding Washington Conservation Action · Foundation Rolling · Varies Washington Conservation Action offers cost-share assistance directly to private forestland owners in Pierce County, Washington.	Rolling	Varies
KCCF: KREMC Operation Round Up Fund Grant Kosciusko County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The KCCF: KREMC Operation Round Up Fund Grant supports local charitable initiatives by encouraging members to round up their electric bills, with funds directed to various community causes.	Not published	Up to $5K
Colorado Outdoor Regional Plan Capacity, Plan Development, & Early Wins Grant Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $50K – $350K The Colorado Outdoor Regional Plan Capacity, Plan Development, & Early Wins grant program supports regional partnerships to enhance conservation and outdoor recreation.	Not published	$50K – $350K
BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards Grant BBVA Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to €400,000 The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards celebrate significant contributions across various scientific, technological, and artistic disciplines.	Not published	Up to €400,000
Programmatic Support - Environment Pillar Award Grant American Honda Motor Co., Inc. · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Environment Pillar Award by Honda supports nonprofit organizations and schools in the U.S. focused on sustainability.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Duke Energy: South Carolina: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants to enhance the quality of life in South Carolina. Grants up to $20,000 support initiatives in vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and opportunity and inclusion.	Not published	Up to $20K
Shoup Foundation Grant Shoup Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Shoup Foundation Grant supports Protestant churches and organizations aiding needy individuals or disaster relief in Northern Colorado. This foundation funds charitable, nonprofit organizations as defined by IRS section 501(c)(3).	Not published	Varies
IMPACT the Palm Beaches Grants Town of Palm Beach United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K IMPACT the Palm Beaches is a philanthropic organization empowering women to fund transformative grants for nonprofits in Central and Northern Palm Beach County.	Not published	$100K
ORRAA Canadian-Funded Project Grants (First Wave) Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $400K	Not published	$10K – $400K
Community Foundation Santa Cruz County: Environmental Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Santa Cruz County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation Santa Cruz County offers the Environmental Scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students in good standing at local colleges.	Not published	Varies
Prescott Foundation Grants Prescott Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Prescott Foundation supports community enrichment through grants for various sectors including education, arts, and environmental projects.	Not published	Varies
OEF Funding Request The Semilla Project · Foundation Not published · $3.5M The Outdoor Equity Fund (OEF) appears to be a funding initiative from The Semilla Project, which focuses on outdoor equity as one of its organizational pillars.	Not published	$3.5M
First Horizon Foundation Grant Program (Arkansas) First Horizon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Horizon Foundation Grant Program in Arkansas focuses on improving community welfare through grants that support arts, education, environment, financial literacy, and health services.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Vermont Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, sponsored by the National Arbor Day Foundation, aims to enhance college campuses through tree planting and environmental stewardship.	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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