Environmental Education Grants

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 915 active environmental education grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What environmental education grants are open right now?

Native Plant Society of New Mexico · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jack and Martha Carter Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Native Plant Society of New Mexico Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Jack and Martha Carter Grant, offered by the…

Idaho Forest Products Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jack Buell Forest Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Forest Products Commission Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Jack Buell Forest Education Grant,…

James E Dutton Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

James E. Dutton Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: James E. Dutton Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The James E. Dutton Foundation provides financial support to…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NANTUCKET · Rolling / Open Foundation

James F. Lentowski Conservation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Nantucket Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The James F.…

THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jefferson Public Citizens Grant Overview: A grant program supporting student-led initiatives focused on public service and civic engagement in the Charlottesville area. Geographic Scope:…

The Ji Ji Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

JiJi Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: JiJi Foundation Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The JiJi Foundation Grant supports conservation, research, and public education on environmental…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joan Robinson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Joan Robinson Scholarship, offered by the…

AVILA BEACH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Joan Sargen Avila Beach Communities Enrichment Fund Funder: Avila Beach Community Foundation (funded by Joan Sargen donation) Geographic Scope: Greater Avila Beach communities Purpose: This fund…

JOHN C BOCK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

John C. Bock Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: John C Bock Foundation Last Updated: April 13, 2025 Summary The John C. Bock Foundation supports the preservation and enhancement of natural land…

Paid internship (amount not specified)
THE EVERGLADES FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

John Marshall Everglades Internship Type: Paid undergraduate internship program Duration: 10 weeks during summer Overview: A summer undergraduate internship program where qualified students learn…

WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDAT · Rolling / Open Foundation

John McCormick Environment Grant Status: Active (mentioned in grants listing) Geographic Scope: White Bear Lake Area School District (Minnesota) Focus Area: Environmental education Overview: Listed…

US $500 - US $50,000
JOHN SAGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

John Sage Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Sage Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The John Sage Foundation supports projects that enhance the…

San Clemente Garden Club · Rolling / Open Foundation

Junior Gardener Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Clemente Garden Club Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Junior Gardener Program Grants, offered by the San…

PALM BEACH COUNTY FISHING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jupiter High School Environmental Academy Scholarships Funder: Palm Beach County Fishing Foundation (PBCFF) Focus Area: Environmental science education at high school level Eligibility: - Students at…

HILLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Justin Brooks Fisher Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillman Family Foundations Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Justin Brooks Fisher Foundation Grant supports conservation and…

FRIENDS OF THE EVERGLADES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Karen Mashburn Environmental Scholars Program Overview: A scholarship and internship program for students interested in environmental advocacy and Everglades restoration. Award Amount: $10,000…

Up to $10,000 per grant (up to two grants per year)
OREGON ALLIANCE OF INDEPENDENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Katherine Bisbee II Fund Conservation Research Grant Funder: Oregon Alliance of Independent Colleges & Universities (The Alliance) in partnership with the Oregon Community Foundation Status: Active…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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