Environmental Education Grants

Last updated October 16, 2026

Grantable tracks 900 active environmental education grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 19 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 516 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 900; from 625 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $2,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $81.8M; across 516 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 9; 50 with a published date

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Mitchell Foundation Grants The Cynthia & George Mitchell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation supports impactful projects in Texas, focusing on environmental protection, social equity, and economic vitality.	Not published	Varies
Keep Maryland Beautiful - Bill James Environmental Education Grant Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To encourage groups to initiate projects to stimulate understanding of or reduce environmental problems, and to encourage a sense of stewardship for the environment.	Not published	Varies
Roots & Shoots International Youth Connections (Disney Conservation Fund) Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research Education and Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jane Goodall Institute-USA works with the Disney Conservation Fund to provide additional funding to international offices within the JGI family to expand the Roots & Shoots network globally. 1120 20th St. NW #520s, Washington, DC 20036	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Missouri Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the National Arbor Day Foundation, empowers colleges and universities to cultivate their green spaces and enhance their community forests.	Not published	Varies
Arnold W. Fritz Scholarship Grant Canton Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Arnold W. Fritz Scholarship, offered by the Canton Audubon Society, provides financial assistance to college students in Ohio pursuing studies in environmental science and related fields.	Not published	Up to $2K
TD FEF Funding Grant TD Friends of the Environment Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $8K The TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (TD FEF), established in 1990, is a Canadian charity that funds environmental projects nationwide.	Not published	$2K – $8K
Yolo Air Quality Education Grant Sacramento Region Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Yolo Air Quality Education Grant of the Yolo Community Foundation aims to improve air quality by engaging Yolo County children in programs that drive behavior change.	Not published	Varies
Los Cerritos Wetlands Fund Grant Program Los Cerritos Wetlands Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SFI Community Grants Sustainable Forestry Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies SFI Community Grants are awarded for collaborative community-based projects, activities, or events that support SFI's efforts to connect communities to forests.	Not published	Varies
Joan Sargen Avila Beach Communities Enrichment Fund Avila Beach Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies This fund supports projects or programs that enrich the social, ecological, or artistic fabric of the greater Avila Beach communities. Projects that enrich the social, ecological, or artistic fabric of greater Avila Beach communities	Rolling	Varies
CMP - Coastal Management Program - NOAA 26 Programmatic Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs.	Not published	Varies
Environmental Champions Awards The Rockfall Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 1935 by Middletown philanthropist Clarence S. Wadsworth, The Rockfall Foundation is one of Connecticut’s oldest environmental organizations.	Not published	Varies
Big Green School Garden Grant: Jumpstart Detroit Big Green · Foundation Not published · Varies We believe that growing food changes lives. It improves nutrition security, improves mental health, connects us with nature, opens our eyes to the impacts of climate change, and improves economic mobility.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus K-12 National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A program designed to inspire young stewards of the earth by engaging K-12 students in tree-related environmental education and stewardship activities.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota's Coastal Program Grants: Small Grants Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K Minnesota's Coastal Program Grants offer funding for projects aimed at enhancing the management of Lake Superior's coastal areas.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Program Proposal Opportunity Homer Society of Natural History · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pratt Museum accepts proposals for educational and community programs on an annual basis. Programs should align with the Museum's mission to strengthen relationships between people and place through stories relevant to Kachemak Bay.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Tree Canopy Grants for Nonprofit Organizations Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Healthy Tree Canopy Grants program by Hennepin County provides funding to enhance the tree canopy through various projects.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Growing Green Spaces Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $40K The Growing Green Spaces 2026 Grant Program provides funding for community-led initiatives that support community health and climate resilience by growing green spaces. Requests can be between $15,000 and up to $40,000.	Not published	$15K – $40K
CD Education Mini-Grants Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The CD Education Mini-Grants program, funded by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, aims to support local conservation districts in their educational efforts.	Not published	$1K – $5K
NAGT Sponsorships Grant National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT) has been promoting excellence in geoscience education since 1938.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Colorado Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to enhance their campuses through tree planting and maintenance.	Not published	Varies
Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant Program Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant Program aims to foster student involvement in creating and maintaining wildlife habitats. Projects can include establishing pollinator gardens or enhancing schoolyard habitats with native plants.	Not published	Up to $2K
Biodiversity Fund- Large & Multi-Year Grants Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Biodiversity Fund supports efforts to maintain and strengthen biodiversity in the Duluth-Superior region through preservation and restoration of habitat, help for particular species and ecosystems, planning for changing conditions…	Not published	Up to $150K
Urban Streams Restoration Program Department of Water Resources · State Not published · Varies The Urban Streams Restoration Program (USRP), established by Water Code section 7048 which declared that urban creek protection, restoration, and enhancement are best undertaken by local agencies and organizations with assistance from the…	Not published	Varies

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About environmental education grants

Environmental education grants fund programs that build environmental awareness, stewardship, and skills, from classroom curricula to community and outdoor learning. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) runs a long-standing Environmental Education Grants Program, and organizations like the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) help connect funders and practitioners. Eligible applicants typically include schools, colleges, nonprofits, tribal organizations, and educational agencies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do environmental education grants award?

Of the 900 environmental education grants Grantable lists as of October 16, 2026, 516 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $2,000 and $28K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most environmental education grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Arbor Day Foundation (37), Natural Resources (10), Chesapeake Bay Trust (8), The Garden Club of America (8), and Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation) (7). In all, 625 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are environmental education grants due?

Of 900 grants listed, 9 accept applications on a rolling basis, 50 have a published upcoming deadline, 164 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 677 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 56% fall in January–March.

What grants are available for environmental education?

Funding supports designing, demonstrating, and disseminating environmental education practices, including curricula, teacher training, community projects, and career development. The EPA's Environmental Education Grants Program is a core federal source, and various foundations and state agencies fund similar work. Programs often ask projects to address specific educational priorities such as community engagement or capacity building.

Does the EPA fund environmental education?

Yes. The EPA's Environmental Education Grants Program has supported projects since 1992 that promote environmental awareness and give people the skills to take responsible action. Eligible applicants include local education agencies, colleges and universities, state agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, tribal organizations, and noncommercial educational broadcasters.

Who else funds environmental education programs?

In addition to the EPA, state environmental and education agencies often run their own environmental education grants, and private and community foundations fund outdoor and place-based learning. Membership organizations like NAAEE maintain funding resources for the field. Schools and nonprofits frequently combine several smaller grants to sustain ongoing programming.

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