Environmental Education Grants

Last updated October 16, 2026

Grantable tracks 900 active environmental education grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Connecticut Sea Grant Arts Support Awards Program Connecticut Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Connecticut Sea Grant Arts Support Awards Program offers up to $1000 to artists or groups whose work reflects the beauty and relevance of coastal and marine environments.	Not published	Up to $1K
Conservation & Environmental Stewardship Scholarship Truckee Donner Land Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies To support young local students pursuing conservation and environmental studies, stewarding the next generation of conservationists for the region.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Charlena M. Seymour Scholarship Association for Environmental Health & Sciences Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program supporting exceptional students in environmental health and sciences.	Not published	Varies
APA Foundation Environmental Scholarship Grant American Planning Association · Foundation Not published · $5K The mission of the APA Foundation is to advance the art and science of planning through philanthropic activities that provide access to educational opportunities, enrich the public dialogue about planning, and advance social equity in the…	Not published	$5K
Eugene P. Odum Award for Excellence in Ecology Education Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 – $1K Celebrates sustained, outstanding work in ecology education.	Not published	$700 – $1K
West Seattle Garden Tour Grant West Seattle Garden Tour · Foundation Not published · Varies The West Seattle Garden Tour Grant supports organizations that promote horticulture, education, and artistic endeavors in West Seattle and neighboring communities.	Not published	Varies
Earthwatch Institute: Teach Earth- United States Fellowship Grant Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Earthwatch Institute's Teach Earth Fellowship connects K-12 teachers with scientists through immersive research expeditions.	Not published	Varies
OKC Living Classroom Grant Program Oklahoma City Zoo · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The OKC Living Classroom Grant Program aims to combat the decline of monarch butterflies, which have seen an 80% population drop due to habitat loss.	Not published	Up to $2K
Biffa Award: Partnerships Grant Biffa Award · Foundation Not published · £250,000 - £1,000,000 The Biffa Award’s Partnership Grants Scheme provides funding between £250,000 and £1,000,000 for not-for-profit organizations aiming to enhance the built or natural environment in regions close to Biffa operations.	Not published	£250,000 - £1,000,000
Stanback Fellowship The Population Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Every summer, the Population Institute hosts a group of Stanback Fellows. The Stanback Fellowship Program is a partnership between Duke University's Nicholas School of the Environment and non-profit environmental organizations.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Tree Canopy Grants for Schools Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Hennepin County Healthy Tree Canopy Grant supports community efforts to protect, restore, and strengthen urban and community tree canopies while engaging residents in tree stewardship.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Prana Fund Grant Charlottesville Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Prana Fund Grant provides up to $15,000 to support innovative projects that combine environmental education and the visual arts for children in Charlottesville and Albemarle County.	Not published	Up to $15K
The Ecology Center - Graduate Student Research Grant University of Louisiana at Lafayette Alumni Association Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 The Ecology Center offers Graduate Student Research Grants to support eligible graduate students in their research related to ecology and environmental biology.	Not published	Up to $250
BES Outreach and Engagement Grants British Ecological Society (BES) · Foundation Not published · Up to £2,000 The BES Outreach and Engagement Grants provide funding up to £2,000 for individuals and organizations to engage the public with ecological science.	Not published	Up to £2,000
OK DEQ: Environmental Education Grant Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality · Foundation Not published · $200 – $2K The OK DEQ Environmental Education Grant supports educators in Oklahoma by providing resources and training to enhance environmental education.	Not published	$200 – $2K
John Sage Foundation Grant John Sage Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $50K The John Sage Foundation supports projects that enhance the relationship between people and the natural environment, primarily in Maine.	Not published	$500 – $50K
Shasta Chapter: Oak Tree Grant Program California Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · $500 The Shasta Chapter of the California Native Plant Society offers the Oak Tree Grant Program to promote awareness of California's native plants and habitats.	Not published	$500
Tad Jeffrey Memorial Fund Friends of Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks · Foundation Not published · Varies A mini-grant program that supports unique projects and programs in Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks. Enables Metro Parks to implement initiatives that enhance the Metro Parks and the visitor experience.	Not published	Varies
Conservation and Environment Fund Grants Community Foundation of North Texas (Tax · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Conservation and Environment Fund Grants provide annual funding for the preservation of ranchland and open spaces in North Texas.	Not published	Up to $25K
Environmental and Water Resource Institute (EWRI) Scholarships- Florida Section Grant American Society of Civil Engineers Inc · Foundation Not published · $9K The Environmental and Water Resource Institute (EWRI) Scholarships, offered by the American Society of Civil Engineers, aim to support civil and environmental engineering students.	Not published	$9K
Small Projects and Community Events (SPACE) Grants The East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Small Projects and Community Events (SPACE) Grants support local groups in funding short-term, community-led initiatives that protect natural resources and promote conservation education.	Not published	Up to $3K
Key Peninsula-Gig Harbor-Islands (KGI) Watershed: Lu Winsor Environmental Grants Pierce County Planning and Public Works / Puyallup Watershed Initiative · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Key Peninsula-Gig Harbor-Islands (KGI) Watershed Lu Winsor Environmental Grants support community-driven projects to enhance habitat and water quality.	Not published	Up to $3K
Watershed Forestry Field Trips Grant Program Watershed Agricultural Council Of The New York City Watersheds Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Watershed Forestry Field Trips Grant Program, administered by the Watershed Agricultural Council, offers funding for educational trips within the NYC Watershed.	Not published	Up to $5K
Division of Boating and Waterways: Sewage Management Education and Outreach Grant Program California Department of Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · $277K The Division of Boating and Waterways offers the Sewage Management Education and Outreach Grant Program to educate Californians about proper boat sewage disposal.	Not published	$277K

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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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