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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Virginia Program Grant Virginia Environmental Endowment · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia Program Grant by the Virginia Environmental Endowment focuses on enhancing water quality, restoring the Chesapeake Bay, and promoting land conservation.	Not published	Varies
Youth Education Leadership Program (Y.E.L.P.) Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska · Foundation Not published · Varies A partnership program supported by the Outdoor Heritage Foundation, the Alaska Chapter of Safari Club International, and various sponsors to train youth in fish and wildlife conservation and outdoor traditions.	Not published	Varies
Partners for Environmental Progress (PEP) Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies About Community Foundation of South Alabama Since its inception, the Community Foundation has grown to over 500 funds and awarded over $98 million in grants and scholarships throughout the eight counties of southwest Alabama, improving the…	Not published	Varies
Hudson River Estuary Program - River Education (NY) Grant New York State Department of Environmental Conservation · Foundation Not published · $20K – $100K The Hudson River Estuary Program - River Education grant offers approximately $300,000 to support projects enhancing education about the estuary. Eligible applicants include governmental and non-profit organizations within New York State.	Not published	$20K – $100K
Community Grants Program: Ka Papa O Kakuhihewa Fund (Oahu) Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Ka Papa O Kakuhihewa Fund, part of the Community Grants Program by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, aims to support nonprofit organizations focused on resource conservation.	Not published	Up to $10K
Trees for Texans - Trees For Schools Grant Texan By Nature · Foundation Not published · Varies The Trees for Texans - Trees For Schools Grant, in partnership with Texan by Nature and H-E-B, aims to enhance community environments through native tree planting at schools near new H-E-B stores.	Not published	Varies
RTP Storybook Trail Grant Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The RTP Storybook Trail Grant, offered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, promotes outdoor exploration through children's literature.	Not published	$5K – $10K
The Laura W. R. and George N. Appell Research Grants Firebird Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Laura W. R. and George N. Appell Research Grants, offered by The Firebird Foundation, support the preservation of oral literature and traditional ecological knowledge among indigenous communities.	Not published	Up to $40K
Transportation and Growth Management \| Education & Outreach Land Conservation Grants · State Not published · $2.5M – $7.5M TGM provides consultants to facilitate community discussions and write short memos on transportation and land use issues.	Not published	$2.5M – $7.5M
Suzanne Lull Outdoor Education Grant Rye Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The outdoor education grant, established in 2022, recognizes and honors former principal Suzanne Lull.	Not published	$500
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Oregon Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to cultivate sustainable campus environments.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Georgia Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to cultivate community forests.	Not published	Varies
ABG Summer Camp Scholarship Alaska Botanical Garden Inc · Foundation Not published · $25	Not published	$25
CFNV Plein Environmental Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Founded in 1978, the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia is a tax-exempt trusted public charity that advances equity through philanthropy and community leadership.	Not published	$5K
The Women in Conservation Science Scholarship Grant Parks and Wildlife Foundation of Texas · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Women in Conservation Science Scholarship supports female undergraduate and graduate students in Texas pursuing careers in conservation-related fields.	Not published	Up to $4K
The Solid Waste Recycling Enhancement Act (REA) Higher Education Research Grant The Nature Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Solid Waste Recycling Enhancement Act (REA) Higher Education Research Grant Program is a competitive funding opportunity administered by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to support recycling-related research…	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Oklahoma Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, promotes sustainable practices in colleges and universities by encouraging tree planting and maintenance.	Not published	Varies
GCA Awards for Summer Environmental Studies Grant The Garden Club of America · Foundation Not published · $3K The GCA Awards for Summer Environmental Studies provide financial assistance of $3000 to students pursuing environmental studies. Established by the Garden Club of America, these awards aim to foster environmental education and careers.	Not published	$3K
Oregon Natural Resource Policy Fellowship Grant Oregon Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $42K The Oregon Natural Resource Policy Fellowship offers graduate students invaluable experience in state-level natural resource policy.	Not published	Up to $42K
Monarch Watch: Free Milkweeds Grant Monarch Watch · Foundation Not published · Varies Monarch Watch offers a Free Milkweeds Grant for habitat restoration projects aimed at supporting the monarch butterfly population.	Not published	Varies
IEEE Oceanic Society Grant Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The IEEE Oceanic Society Grant, offered by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, supports up to $5,000 for initiatives focusing on ocean engineering, including ocean protection and renewable energy.	Not published	Up to $5K
Category 1 - Agricultural Awareness Grant- up to $1000 Maine Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Agricultural Awareness Grant, administered by Maine Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC), offers up to $1,000 for projects that enhance understanding of the food and fiber system among Pre K-12 students.	Not published	Up to $1K
Wyoming Youth for Natural Resources Grants Wyoming Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Most awards $1,000–$10,000 The Wyoming Youth for Natural Resources Grants program aims to engage young people in wildlife conservation and natural resource projects in Wyoming.	Not published	Most awards $1,000–$10,000
Class Act Program Random Acts Inc · Foundation Not published · $6K The Class Act Program encourages students to come together to perform acts of kindness that make a difference in their community.	Not published	$6K

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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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