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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Non-Point Source Grants Utah Department of Environmental Quality · Foundation Not published · Varies The Non-Point Source Grants, provided by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, support projects addressing critical water quality issues without requiring repayment.	Not published	Varies
Worthington Family Foundation Grant Program Worthington Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Worthington Family Foundation Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations dedicated to the arts and environmental initiatives benefiting children and young adults.	Not published	Varies
Four Cedars Environmental Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Four Cedars Environmental Fund, supported by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation, offers financial assistance for programs that protect and educate about the unique natural resources of the western Lake Superior watershed.	Not published	Up to $25K
Two Harbors Area Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Two Harbors Area Fund Grant, managed by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation, supports projects that address community needs in arts, education, and human services.	Not published	$500 – $10K
L&L Nippert Charitable Foundation Grant L & L Nippert Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K The L&L Nippert Charitable Foundation Grant supports organizations that enhance the lives of residents in the Tri-State Area through cultural arts, education, environment, or health initiatives.	Not published	$25K – $75K
Cummings $30 Million Grant Program Cummings Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K – $1M The Cummings $30 Million Grant Program will allocate $30 million to 150 local nonprofits in the Greater Boston area in 2026.	Not published	$30K – $1M
Residential Chipping Program Modoc Fire Safe Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Modoc Fire Safe Council implements the Residential Chipping Program during fire season with support from federal, state, and local grant funding.	Not published	Varies
Gold Green Grant Gold House Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K The Gold Green Grant is a collaborative initiative celebrating sustainability-focused changemakers positively impacting the Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community.	Not published	$20K
Margaret E. Burnham Charitable Trust Grants Margaret E Burnham Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $1K – $15K The Margaret E. Burnham Charitable Trust supports nonprofit organizations in Maine through grants in five key areas: Community/Social Services, Medical, Educational, Arts/Culture, and Environment.	Not published	$1K – $15K
Environment Initiatives Grant Program Catherine Donnelly Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Catherine Donnelly Foundation's Environment Initiatives Grant Program aims to foster a diverse and inclusive climate justice movement.	Not published	Varies
CDFA Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board Research and Outreach Program Grant CA Department of Food and Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Department of Food and Agriculture's Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board provides vital funding for research and outreach projects aimed at protecting vineyards from serious pests and diseases.	Not published	Varies
Brownfields – Regional Planning Commission Brownfield Programs Regional Planning Commissions · State Not published · $20M Assessment and/or remediation of brownfield properties	Not published	$20M
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust Grants (Non-Environment Requests) Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust focuses on supporting nonprofits in Arizona and Indiana through invitation-only grants.	Not published	Up to $250K
West Bend Community Foundation Grants Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The West Bend Community Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the greater West Bend area, encouraging community betterment through enduring donor legacies.	Not published	Varies
Impact100 East Bay Grant Program Impact 100 East Bay Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Impact100 model is readily available to all communities who wish to implement it.	Not published	Varies
Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust (CA) Grant California Air Resources Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust provides approximately $423 million to California for reducing excess nitrogen oxide (NOX) emissions from VW diesel vehicles.	Not published	Varies
Circular Arizona Grant Arizona Recycling Coalition · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Circular Arizona (formerly the Arizona Recycling Coalition) runs an annual competitive grant program supporting measurable circular-economy/recycling/reuse/waste-diversion initiatives in Arizona; it will award up to $5,000 in grant funding…	Not published	Up to $5K
The Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation Grants Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Steven C. Leuthold Family Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) non-profits in areas such as land conservation, environmental protection, human services, and animal welfare.	Not published	Varies
Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Management Grant Program Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $85K The Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Management Grant Program, managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, provides competitive grants up to $150,000 for construction projects that manage urban storm water runoff and…	Not published	Up to $85K
Land, Health, Community Grant Program: Chicagoland (Inspirational Grants) The Lumpkin Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Land, Health, Community Grant Program: Chicagoland, administered by The Lumpkin Family Foundation, focuses on fostering healthy communities through funding for innovative, collaborative projects.	Not published	Up to $10K
Edmondson Foundation Grants The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $100K The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation focuses on funding established nonprofit organizations in the Pikes Peak Region, primarily supporting youth organizations, animal welfare, arts, health services, community building, education, and…	Not published	$500 – $100K
Community Impact Program The Edina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Through this unique program, the Edina Community Foundation partners with Edina residents to start and run valuable projects and programs that directly impact the community.	Not published	Varies
AmeriCorps State Competitive Program Grant - Wisconsin Serve Wisconsin · Foundation Not published · Varies The AmeriCorps State Competitive Program Grant in Wisconsin empowers organizations to engage AmeriCorps members in addressing critical community needs through service and volunteering.	Not published	Varies
EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program supports initiatives in education, environment, human services, and arts and culture. This grant is available to 501(c)(3) organizations serving specific counties in Alabama.	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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