Public Participation Grants (WA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Washington Department of Ecology Amount: Up to US $120,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2025 Summary The Public Participation Grants…
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 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.
What environmental grants are open right now?
Puget Sound Stewardship and Mitigation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rose Foundation For Communities And The Environment Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Puget…
Pumpout Station Grants for Marinas Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Maryland Department of Natural…
QC River Connections Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The QC River Connections Grant, offered by the Quad…
Quadratec Cares 'Energize The Environment' Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quadratec Amount: US $3,500 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Quadratec Cares 'Energize The Environment'…
Overview _TTCF utilizes a simplified and streamlined granting process. Nonprofits need only apply once to a consolidated grant cycle offering at least $300,000 in available grant funds. Grant…
Quest for the Best- Financial Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quest for the Best® Last Updated: April 03, 2025 Summary Quest for the Best® is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Pennsylvania…
Quinnipiac River Fund Purpose: Support for projects designed to protect and conserve the Quinnipiac River Award Amount: Varies; project specific Application Timeline: - Application Available:…
R. E. Olds Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: R.E. Olds Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The R. E. Olds Foundation Grant supports community-based…
R. Howard Dobbs, Jr. Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: R Howard Dobbs Jr Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The R. Howard Dobbs, Jr. Foundation Grant aims to enhance…
R. Howard Webster Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: R. Howard Webster Foundation Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The R. Howard Webster Foundation provides grants to exemplary Canadian…
Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award - Organizational Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rachels Network Inc Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award is an…
Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award - Personal Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rachels Network Inc Amount: US $15,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Pre-proposal deadline refers to…
Rally for Tomorrow Sustainability Grants Overview: Another Round Another Rally's Rally for Tomorrow programming includes sustainability grants that provide financial support to organizations…
Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ralph C Sheldon Foundation Inc. Amount: US $100 - US $500,000 Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation…
Ralph C. Vonnegut Jr. Fund Grants Overview: Established to provide annual funding for environmental, educational, or recreational projects directly related to Lake Maxinkuckee. Geographic Scope: Lake…
Range Bank Clean Energy Fund Geographic Scope: Marquette County, Michigan Focus Areas: Energy transition programs and initiatives in Marquette County including, but not limited to: - Greater reliance…
Rapid Response Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Conservation Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Alaska Conservation Foundation's Rapid Response…
Rauch Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rauch Foundation Inc Last Updated: May 06, 2025 Summary The Rauch Foundation Grant focuses on promoting systemic change through innovative approaches in…
Raven Studies - Common Raven Monitoring and Management within Desert Tortoise Conservation Areas RFP
Overview Introduction The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is currently seeking proposals to organize and analyze raven monitoring and management data collected from 2013-2017 in the California…
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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