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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Laura Hare Charitable Trust Grants Laura Hare Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Laura Hare Charitable Trust is dedicated to enhancing Indiana's natural environment through the preservation of ecologically significant lands and promoting environmental education.	Not published	Varies
Volunteer Monitoring Lab Analysis Support Grant Program Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The Volunteer Monitoring Lab Analysis Support Grant Program by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) offers financial assistance up to $5,000 for volunteer monitoring programs.	Not published	Up to $6K
Enhancing Equitable Access Grant Program San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $4K Fund and support organizations that increase opportunities for Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), and low-income and marginalized youth and their families to enjoy the many benefits of being in parks and nature.	Not published	$3K – $4K
New York State’s USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program New York Farm Viability Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The New York Farm Viability Institute is a nonprofit grantmaking organization.	Not published	Varies
Camp Maintenance Fund Grant Program Gray Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Camp Maintenance Fund Grant Program, supported by the Gray Family Foundation, aims to enhance outdoor school camp facilities across Oregon.	Not published	Varies
OEPA: Academic Institution Grant Ohio Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency offers the Academic Institution Grant to support public and private K-12 schools, colleges, and universities in their recycling and education efforts.	Not published	Up to $300K
Hybrid Bus Program National Energy Education Development Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Curriculum and specialized training was provided to Kentucky schools that use hybrid buses, allowing students to study the technology behind these efficient buses and the pros and cons of switching buses to this technology.	Not published	Varies
Lewes and Rehoboth Canal Fund Grant Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 The Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) is a nonprofit organization focused on partnering with donors to build opportunity and advance equity in Delaware. Our mission is to strengthen Delaware by maximizing community-based philanthropy.	Not published	$250 – $500
Celebrate Urban Birds Mini-Grants The Friends of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $3K Celebrate Urban Birds Mini-Grants aim to foster community-led educational events that promote equity and inclusion in birdwatching.	Not published	$250 – $3K
Roots & Shoots Mini-Grants Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research Education and Conservation · Foundation Not published · $200 – $400 Since 2014, the Roots & Shoots mini-grant program has awarded over 500 grants to Roots & Shoots groups in the United States. 1120 20th St. NW #520s, Washington, DC 20036	Not published	$200 – $400
Truckee Donner Land Trust College Scholarship (administered with Truckee Tahoe Community Foundation) Truckee Donner Land Trust · Foundation Not published · $1K To support local students pursuing higher education with demonstrated care for the outdoors and commitment to environmental stewardship.	Not published	$1K
Ruth Jones Scholarships Conserving Carolina · Foundation Not published · $2K Provide funding for higher education in the fields of health or environmental science	Not published	$2K
Trail Blazers LIVE Grant Trail Blazers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Trail Blazers LIVE Grant, presented by Avangrid Renewables, aims to empower organizations in Oregon and SW Washington that connect youth to environmental education and employment.	Not published	Up to $50K
Environmental Fellowship Program Grant The Scripps Howard Foundation · Foundation Not published · $80K The Environmental Fellowship Program offers an $80,000 stipend for five journalists to study at the University of Colorado, Boulder, for nine months.	Not published	$80K
Robert W. Woodruff Foundation: Environment Grant Robert W Woodruff Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert W. Woodruff Foundation offers environment grants aimed at improving the quality of life in Georgia through initiatives in conservation and education.	Not published	Varies
Educator Mini-Grant Algalita Marine Research and Education · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual mini-grant program supporting educators working on plastic pollution education and awareness.	Not published	Varies
The League Club (TLC) Grant The League Club Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The League Club (TLC) Grant supports nonprofits in Collier and Lee counties, providing essential funding for projects that ensure access to critical care services, enhance educational outcomes, promote environmental education, and offer…	Not published	Varies
Community enhancement grants: Metro Central Enhancement Grants Metro · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Metro Central Enhancement Grants aim to support community projects along the Willamette River, focusing on underserved populations, environmental quality, and recreational opportunities.	Not published	Up to $50K
Resource Management Planning on Eased Forest Land Weconservepa · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications were accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis through June 27, 2024, or until funds were committed. Funder is not certain if this funding opportunity will be offered in the future.	Not published	Varies
Reach Grants United States Sailing Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reach Grants program provides financial support to sailing programs working with schools to implement the REACH (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Environmental Stewardship) program and test curriculum.	Not published	Varies
MD Sea Grant: Program Development Funds Maryland Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Maryland Sea Grant program provides essential funding for innovative research, outreach, and educational projects that enhance coastal and marine science in Maryland.	Not published	Up to $10K
H20 For Life: Mini-Grant H2O for Life · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Grant Application Closed For The 2024-2025 School Year. The Application Will Reopen In August Of 2025._ At H2O for Life, we never want finances to be a barrier to participating in a service project.	Not published	Varies
Generation of Environmental Leaders Program Grant Commission for Environmental Cooperation · Foundation Not published · $15K The Generation of Environmental Leaders Program (GELP) invites youth aged 18-35 from Canada, Mexico, and the United States to propose innovative solutions to environmental challenges.	Not published	$15K
Biodiversity Fund- Small Grants Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Biodiversity Fund Grant, offered by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation, aims to enhance biodiversity in the Duluth-Superior region.	Not published	$5K – $50K

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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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