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 federal, 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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12.4.2 Payroll Department Grant Community Foundation Serving Southwest Colorado · Foundation Not published · $12K The Payroll Department Grant provides two $12,000 grants to nonprofit organizations in La Plata County, Colorado, focusing on youth, environment, and human services.	Not published	$12K
Wright-Ingraham Institute: Sustaining Grants Wright-Ingraham Institute · Foundation Not published · $5K The Wright-Ingraham Institute offers Sustaining Grants to support non-profit organizations addressing environmental and social challenges.	Not published	$5K
USDA/USDOI Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP) Bureau of Land Management · Federal Forecast · Varies GRANT OPPORTUNITY FORECAST USDA/USDOI Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP) Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA): July – September 2020 Potential Topics March 2020 Background The interagency Joint Fire Science Program (JFSP) intends to…	Forecast	Varies
Cafritz Foundation Grants The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz · Foundation Not published · $10K – $250K The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation focuses on improving the lives of underserved individuals in the DC area through grants in five key areas: Arts and Humanities, Community Services, Education, Environment, and Health & Wellness.	Not published	$10K – $250K
Local Funding- Lenna Foundation Grants Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $100K The Lenna Foundation provides grants to charitable organizations, primarily in the southwestern New York area. They focus on arts, education, healthcare, youth, economic development, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	$500 – $100K
Community Grant Program Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $40K	Not published	$2K – $40K
Women’s Environmental Leadership Fund Grant Tides Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Begin the process by completing the Partner With Us form on our website. Have an initial call with Tides staff to discuss your mission, program activities, needs, and timeline.	Not published	Varies
Spring Grant Cycle: Arts & Culture or Environment Grants JW & HM Goodman Family Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: No new Arts & Cultures applications are being considered in 2025. Applications for Environment will be accepted by invitation only._ The Foundation will provide support for nonprofits that foster Asian art and culture.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Tree Canopy Grants For Cities- Step 2 Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Healthy Tree Canopy Grants for Cities program aims to enhance tree canopies and foster community engagement in tree protection.	Not published	$5K – $20K
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY24) Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Projects to restore, conserve, manage, and enhance wild birds and mammals and their habitat.	Not published	Varies
Sustainable Communities Grant Northwestern University · Foundation Not published · $3K The Sustainable Communities Grant, launched by UL Research Institutes and Northwestern's Office of Neighborhood and Community Relations, aims to empower organizations in Evanston and Skokie to undertake innovative sustainability projects.	Not published	$3K
Underground Storage Tank Cleanup Fund State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · $100 – $100M The Underground Storage Tank (UST) Cleanup Fund's mission is to (1) establish a mechanism to meet Financial Responsibility requirements for owners and operators of petroleum USTs, and (2) reimburse eligible corrective action costs incurred…	Not published	$100 – $100M
CalEPA Environmental Enforcement and Training Grant California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The CalEPA Environmental Enforcement and Training Grant supports public entities and nonprofit organizations in enhancing environmental law enforcement through training and investigation.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Berkshire Environmental Endowment Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Berkshire Environmental Endowment Fund Grant, established by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations and public agencies in Berkshire County to enhance water quality and address related land issues.	Not published	Varies
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Climb to Managing Community 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. Under the Climb to Managing Community Package, a grant will be funded by one of the three funding programs.	Not published	$2.2M
Joseph Robert Foundation Grant Joseph Robert Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Joseph Robert Foundation Grant provides essential funding for non-profit organizations focused on the arts, animal welfare, and environmental protection.	Not published	Up to $10K
Tahoe Fund Grant Tahoe Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $1M The Tahoe Fund Grant prioritizes forest health restoration in the Tahoe Basin, addressing wildfire threats through innovative projects. It invites public agencies and nonprofits to submit funding proposals ranging from $5,000 to $1,000,000.	Not published	$5K – $1M
New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant - Tier 3 (Regional Projects) (NM) New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division · Foundation Not published · $500K – $1M The New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant aims to enhance local economies and community well-being through the development and improvement of trails and related infrastructure.	Not published	$500K – $1M
Charles B. Degenstein Foundation Grant Degenstein Charles B Fdn-Char Tr · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Charles B. Degenstein Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations within a 75-mile radius of Sunbury, PA.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Impact100 Little Traverse Bay Grant Program Impact 100 Little Traverse Bay · Foundation Not published · $100K The Impact100 Little Traverse Bay Grant Program supports nonprofits in Charlevoix and Emmet Counties, focusing on community improvement in areas such as Arts & Culture, Environment, Health & Wellness, Education, and Family.	Not published	$100K
ME Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry · Foundation Not published · $5K – $120K The Maine Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants support the development and maintenance of recreational trails for both motorized and non-motorized uses.	Not published	$5K – $120K
Clara Lionel Foundation Grant The Clara Lionel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: CLF does not accept unsolicited partnership proposals.	Not published	Varies
Soak It Up Adoption Program Pidc Community Capital · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides grant funding for communities to help implement and maintain green stormwater infrastructure (GSI). As a conduit for the Philadelphia Water Department, PIDC:	Not published	Varies
Illinois Community Canopy: Tree Planting Grant Trees Forever · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Illinois Community Canopy Grant, offered by Trees Forever, supports disadvantaged communities in enhancing their tree canopy through tree planting projects.	Not published	$3K – $15K

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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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