Grants for Environmental Projects

Last updated October 30, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,089 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: 2,089; 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; 92 with a published date

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Northrop Grumman Corporation: Corporate Contributions The Northrop Grumman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Northrop Grumman does not accept unsolicited requests for funding.	Not published	Varies
Park Partner Matching Grant National Park Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Those who have not used Fluxx before should allow 3 business days for system. registration before accessing the application._ As the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, the National Park Foundation generates…	Not published	Varies
Impact100 Newport County Grant Impact 100 Newport County · Foundation Not published · $100K The Impact100 Newport County Grant supports local nonprofits addressing key focus areas such as Arts, Culture, and Historic Preservation, Environment, Recreation, and Animal Welfare, Health and Wellness, Education, and Family support.	Not published	$100K
Student Mini-Grant Algalita Marine Research and Education · Foundation Not published · $15K Annual mini-grant program awarding funds to students aged 11-25 from around the world who are tackling plastic pollution and related environmental issues.	Not published	$15K
Climate-Smart Commodities Project Grants National Association of Conservation Districts · Foundation Not published · Varies _Strengthening Grassroots Leadership & Capacity to Scale Climate-Smart Systems and Facilitate Historically Underserved Producers' Access to Markets_ NACD recognizes the role that farmers, ranchers, and forest stewards can play to reduce…	Not published	Varies
Furthur Foundation Grant Furthur Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Furthur Foundation Grant supports grassroots organizations focused on community needs, environmental preservation, and social justice.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Bell's Brewery Small Grassroots Grants Bell's Brewery, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K Bell's Brewery Small Grassroots Grants support projects focusing on water stewardship across the Great Lakes watershed.	Not published	$500 – $5K
GCA Founders Fund The Garden Club of Honolulu · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers Award Grant Burroughs Wellcome Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $10M The Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers Award provides up to $10 million to foster research and educational initiatives that address the impacts of climate change on human health.	Not published	Up to $10M
Fiscal Sponsorship Program Redford Center Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Redford Center's fiscal sponsorship program is NOT direct funding but allows sponsored filmmakers to solicit tax-deductible donations through the organization's extended 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and Model C Regranting program.	Rolling	Varies
Economically Distressed Areas Grant Program Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Economically Distressed Areas Grant Program (EDAP) offers vital financial support through grants and loans for essential water and wastewater infrastructure in economically distressed regions of Texas.	Not published	Varies
Eastern Shore of Virginia Community Foundation Grants Eastern Shore of Virginia Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Concept proposals may be submitted at any time. Foundation staff and/or the Grant Review Committee will review Step 1 (Letter of Inquiry) material to determine whether the project meets current grant making priorities and guidelines.	Not published	Varies
Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program – Track 1 Ocean Protection Council · State Not published · $20M – $150M Track 1 of the SB 1 SLR Adaptation Grant Program supports jurisdiction-wide and regional sea level rise planning across California’s coast and San Francisco Bay.	Not published	$20M – $150M
Grant A. Harris Fellowship METER Environment · Foundation Not published · $10K The Grant A. Harris Fellowship, sponsored by METER Environment, offers $60,000 worth of research instrumentation to graduate students pursuing agricultural, environmental, or geotechnical science.	Not published	$10K
Queen of Hearts Women’s Fund Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _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.	Not published	Varies
Bellwether Foundation Grants The Bellwether Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The 2025 grant cycle will be a closed cycle._ The Bellwether Foundation is a charitable foundation located in St. Louis, Missouri.	Not published	Varies
Canon U.S.A Donations Grant Canon U.S.A · Foundation Not published · Varies Canon U.S.A Donations focuses on supporting local communities and environmental initiatives. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)(3) status and adhere to guidelines that prioritize youth support and environmental sustainability.	Not published	Varies
Brownfields Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Niagara County Brownfield Development Corporation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Brownfields Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund program provides financial assistance in the form of low interest loans and subgrants to assist with cleanup costs at brownfield sites in Niagara County, NY.	Rolling	Varies
Sapelo Foundation Grants: Environmental Justice & Protection The Sapelo Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sapelo Foundation Grants focus on advancing environmental justice and protection in Georgia, aiming to empower marginalized communities.	Not published	Varies
Jolley Foundation Grant The Jolley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The Jolley Foundation Grant offers up to $100,000 to charitable organizations that are 501(c)(3) exempt and based in South Carolina.	Not published	$100K
RFP- Supporting Natural Climate Solutions in the Pacific Northwest Allen Family Philanthropies · Foundation Not published · Varies The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation is launching a new initiative that will invest up to $5 million in support of rigorous, place-based, and inclusive Natural Climate Solutions (NCS) projects in the Pacific Northwest (PNW).	Not published	Varies
Heritage Home Group Charitable Trust Grant Heritage Home Group Char Tr-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Heritage Home Group Charitable Trust, established in 1960, focuses on enhancing community resilience in North Carolina through strategic funding in areas such as financial mobility, housing access, and small business growth.	Not published	Varies
Gaia Foundation - Sustainable Agriculture Grant Gaia Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Gaia Fund is currently undergoing some administrative changes and is suspending grantmaking activity for the first half of 2025. The Fund will not be reviewing inquiries or proposals until the second half of the year.	Not published	Varies
Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation Grant Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $3K The Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations dedicated to enhancing the community through various focus areas such as environmental protection, economic vitality, and education.	Not published	$250 – $3K

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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 2,089 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 2,089 grants listed, 35 accept applications on a rolling basis, 92 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, 47% 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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