Explorers Club · Rolling / Open Foundation
Explorers Club Teaching Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Explorers Club Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Explorers Club Teaching Fellowship offers K-12 teachers from the U.S. an…
Environmental Education Grants
Environmental Education Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
956 grants
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US $250 - US $2,000
GRAND TRAVERSE REGIONAL COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fall Grant Opportunities: Environment- John N. Barnes Environmental Education Endowment Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $2,000 Last Updated:…
US $1,000 - US $7,500
GRAND TRAVERSE REGIONAL COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fall Grant Opportunities: Environment- Land Use Conservation and Planning Endowment Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated:…
West Virginia Highlands Conservancy Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Fall Review Student Scholarship Funder: West Virginia Highlands Conservancy Inc Overview: Student scholarship program associated with the Fall Review event focused on environmentalism in a changing…
JOINT INITIATIVES FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Family Child Care Professional Learning Cohort Funder: Joint Initiatives/ECHO Geographic Scope: Colorado Focus Areas: - Early childhood outdoor learning environments - Best practices in outdoor…
Up to US $25,000
THE SEABURY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Family Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seabury Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Seabury Foundation's Family Grants provide essential funding for 501(c)(3)…
US $2,500 - US $150,000
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation
Federal Recreational Trail Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Amount: US $2,500 - US $150,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Federal…
Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation
Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut, Inc. Annual Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut, Inc. Last Updated: May 14, 2025 Summary The Federated Garden Clubs…
US $1,000
The Fence Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fence Authority Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Fence Authority Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Fence Authority Scholarship offers a $1,000 award to students…
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory · Rolling / Open Foundation
FICUS Research Proposals Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The FICUS…
Varies
GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NEVADA · Rolling / Open Foundation
Field Camp Grant Funder: Geological Society of Nevada (GSNV) Geographic Scope: Nevada, US Overview: A grant to support field camp activities. Limited details available from the website. Contact:…
US $1,000 - US $5,500
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Field-of-Interest Grant Program - Environment Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,500 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The…
JOHNNY MORRIS' WONDERS OF WILDLIFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Financial Scholarship for Conservation EdVenture Programs Organization: Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife Foundation Purpose: To allow under-resourced children to participate in Conservation…
Varies by year; recent awards: $80,000-$96,000 annually distributed among 5-6 organizations
FINLEYS GREEN LEAP FORWARD · April 22, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Finley's Green Leap Forward Fund - Earth Day Grants Overview: Finley's Green Leap Forward Fund is an annual grant program established in 2014 by Finley Broaddus to support organizations fighting…
$300,000 total (distributed to 31 councils in 2025); varies by council
SAN DIEGO REGIONAL FIRE & EMERGENCY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Fire Safe Council Grant Program Funder: San Diego Regional Fire Foundation, San Diego River Conservancy, San Diego Gas & Electric Geographic Scope: San Diego County, California - 50+ Fire Safe…
First Horizon Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
First Horizon Foundation (New York) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Horizon Foundation Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The First Horizon Foundation (New York) focuses on strengthening…
County of Santa Clara · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fish and Wildlife Preservation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: County of Santa Clara Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Santa Clara County Fish and Game Commission invites applications for…
Up to US $400,000
Northeast Sea Grant Consortium · Rolling / Open Foundation
Fisheries and Offshore Wind Interactions Request for Proposals Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northeast Sea Grant Consortium Amount: Up to US $400,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2025 Summary The…
Up to 50 rods and reels per one-day event; Up to 100 per multi-day event
FLORIDA FOUNDATION FOR RESPONSIBLE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Fishing Equipment Program Organization: Fish Florida (Florida Foundation for Responsible Fishing) Mission: Provide support to groups teaching people, especially children, about Florida fish, aquatic…
Up to US $1,000
Florida Association for Water Quality Control · Rolling / Open Foundation
Florida Association for Water Quality Control (FAWQC) Environmental Education (E2) Fund (FL) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Florida Association for Water Quality Control Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of environmental education grants are available?
- Environmental Education Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for environmental education grants?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for environmental education grants?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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