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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The SCAR Medal for Education and Communication Grant The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The SCAR Medal for Education and Communication recognizes excellence and innovation in promoting Antarctic research and education.	Not published	Varies
Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program - Scope #6 - Training and Technical Assistance on Network Science Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program The Chesapeake Bay Trust has been designated to receive federal funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as part of the Chesapeake Bay Program Goal…	Not published	Varies
Culture and the Arts – Artist-in-Residents Programs Lake Champlain Basin Program · State Not published · Up to $4M Supports development of sustainable Artist-in-Residence programs that will recruit artists to obtain and use scientific data, cultural trends, or historical facts to increase interpretation of natural resources within the Lake Champlain…	Not published	Up to $4M
Baxter Youth Conservation Corps (BYCC) Friends of Baxter State Park · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
NYC Green Fund Treetops Grants Program City Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The NYC Green Fund Treetops Grant Program provides funding for organizations with annual operating budgets between $175,000 and $2.5 million that program, steward, and advocate for parks and open spaces across NYC's five boroughs.	Not published	Up to $40K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Utah Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, promotes the importance of trees and green spaces in enhancing college campuses.	Not published	Varies
Adaptation Exploration Summer Academy The Orau Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
JiJi Foundation Grant The Ji Ji Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The JiJi Foundation Grant supports conservation, research, and public education on environmental issues in Baja California, Mexico.	Not published	Varies
Master Gardener Scholarship Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150 The Leelanau County Master Gardener Volunteer Program offers financial assistance to help defray enrollment costs for a limited number of individuals demonstrating financial need.	Not published	Up to $150
Saco, Maine Youth-in-the-Environment Project Partnership for Environmental Technology Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Education and training program similar to NYC project, designed to expose youth to environmental careers and work experience in a municipal setting.	Not published	Varies
Outdoor School Grant Oregon State University (OSU) · Foundation Not published · $500 – $20K The Outdoor School Grant provides immersive outdoor education experiences for Oregon’s 5th and 6th graders, promoting learning in the state's natural landscapes.	Not published	$500 – $20K
Henry Hall Summer Scholars National Aquarium Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A free summer camp program for Baltimore City youth that provides hands-on learning experiences in conservation-themed environments across the United States.	Not published	Varies
Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program – Proposition 68 Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community and Economic Enhancement Grant Program, funded by Proposition 68, aims to bolster Delta communities' economic vitality and heritage.	Not published	Varies
EPA Youth Internship and Community Greening Grant The John Bartram Association · Foundation Not published · Varies This competitive EPA grant supports paid internship positions for young people in Southwest Philadelphia combined with direct environmental improvement projects including tree planting and installation of home garden beds.	Not published	Varies
Thomas Webster Hardwick Jr. Scholarship Grant Hampton Wildlife Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Thomas Webster Hardwick Jr. Scholarship, offered by the Hampton Wildlife Fund, provides a $5,000 annual award for four years to deserving students.	Not published	Up to $5K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Louisiana Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, promotes environmental stewardship by encouraging colleges and universities to cultivate their campus forests.	Not published	Varies
IowaDNR: Small Grants Program Funds Iowa Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Iowa Department of Natural Resources offers small grants for research and education projects that enhance wildlife diversity in Iowa.	Not published	Up to $5K
KidsGardening: Youth Garden Grant KidsGardening · Foundation Not published · $500 The KidsGardening Youth Garden Grant supports organizations in the U.S. or U.S. Territories that aim to enhance youth gardening programs.	Not published	$500
Honouliuli Preserve Fund Resource Management and Community Engagement Grants Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Honouliuli Preserve Fund offers grants of up to $15,000 to support O’ahu organizations focused on ecosystem restoration, education, and community engagement.	Not published	Up to $15K
Greening STEM Grants National Environmental Education and Training Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies In Spring 2025, the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) will collaborate with PPG Foundation (PPG) to select a cohort of Greening STEM projects from the PPG communities of Cleveland, OH, Greensboro, NC, and Huntsville, AL.	Not published	Varies
Denise E. Frebertshauser Camping & Environmental Science Grant The Maryland 4-H Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K Annual grants supporting 4-H camping and environmental science programs in memory of Denise E. Frebertshauser's legacy and passion for youth development through experiential education.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Federal Recreational Trail Program Grant Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $3K – $150K The Federal Recreational Trail Program, managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, aims to enhance motorized and non-motorized trails through financial support.	Not published	$3K – $150K
Cedarburg Education Foundation Grant Program Cedarburg Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Consideration will be given to projects meeting the following criteria: Based on awarded grants, funding supports: Cedarburg School District teachers and staff The Cedarburg Education Foundation funds innovative educational projects that…	Not published	Varies
KT Mini-Grant Program Kingdom Trail Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $28K The Kingdom Trails Association administers an annual competitive mini-grant program that awards funds to local projects and organizations in the Northeast Kingdom.	Not published	$25K – $28K

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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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