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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Larson-Veneklasen Outdoor Education Scholarship Grant Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Larson-Veneklasen Outdoor Education Scholarship, established by Ken Larson and Diane Veneklasen, supports Tri-Cities residents pursuing outdoor educational experiences.	Not published	Varies
Soil Health: The Mobile Soils Classroom NC Foundation for Soil and Water Conservation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program listed among active programs offered by the Foundation. Specific details not provided in website content.	Not published	Varies
Water Conservation and Protection Mini-grant Program Grant Tampa Bay Water · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Water Conservation and Protection Mini-grant Program, offered by Tampa Bay Water, provides $50,000 in funding for local projects aimed at conserving water and protecting drinking water sources in the Tampa Bay area.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Lightfoot Foundation: Educational Grants El& BG Lightfoot Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lightfoot Foundation offers educational grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in Idaho.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Illinois Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, empowers colleges and universities to enhance their campus environments through tree planting and maintenance.	Not published	Varies
Southern California Kids to Parks Grants Program National Park Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K National Park Trust is thrilled to offer the 2026 Southern California Kids to Parks Grants Program.	Not published	Up to $2K
Development Project and Conference Support Grant Program Connecticut Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Development Project and Conference Support Grant Program, offered by Connecticut Sea Grant, aims to enhance coastal and marine ecosystems through targeted funding for pilot research, education, and conferences.	Not published	Up to $5K
Friends of NACD District Grants Program National Association of Conservation Districts · Foundation Not published · Varies Friends of NACD are individuals who support the nation's nearly 3,000 conservation districts through cash donations to NACD.	Not published	Varies
Research, Education & Conservation Grant Denver Field Ornithologists · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The DFO Research, Education, and Conservation Grant supports projects focused on birds and their habitats, prioritizing initiatives in the Denver area and Colorado's Front Range.	Not published	Up to $2K
J. Larry Landers Student Research Award Grant Gopher Tortoise Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The J. Larry Landers Student Research Award, offered by the Gopher Tortoise Council, provides funding for undergraduate and graduate students conducting research on gopher tortoise biology or upland habitat conservation.	Not published	Up to $3K
Victory Noll Sisters Small Grants Program Catholic Climate Covenant · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K Funds support sustainability and climate justice projects inspired by Laudato Si', including:	Not published	Up to $1K
Alabama Audubon Education MiniGrants Alabama Audubon · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K Up to $1,000 for educators and educationally-oriented nonprofits in Alabama for bird-focused projects: habitat improvements, classroom birding equipment, student-led community-science projects, and field trips to public bird areas.	Not published	Up to $1K
Clean Lakes Grants Clean Lakes Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K	Not published	$100K
Cullowhee Native Plant Conference Scholarship Grant The North Carolina Native Plant Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cullowhee Native Plant Conference Scholarship, offered by the North Carolina Native Plant Society, supports students and emerging professionals passionate about native plant conservation.	Not published	Varies
CMP - Coastal Management Program - USEPA 2025 GLRI Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs.	Not published	Varies
The Waterman Fund Grant The Waterman Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Waterman Fund Grant aims to preserve the ecological, cultural, and recreational values of the alpine regions in Northeastern North America.	Not published	Varies
Window of Opportunity Grants NC Beautiful [Keep North Carolina Beautiful Inc] · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Window of Opportunity Grants, offered by Keep North Carolina Beautiful, aim to support K-12 educational and 501(c)3 organizations in North Carolina.	Not published	$1K – $3K
George Merwin Grant Rogers Public Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Seedlings for Schools (SFS) Grants Florida Wildflower Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Seedlings for Schools (SFS) program provides wildflower plants, gardening guidance, and online teaching resources to pre-K to high school teachers across Florida.	Not published	Varies
WI/IL - Native Garden & Tree Grant Faith in Place · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Microgrants for Environmental Projects - John Goddard Prize Grant Earth Island Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The John Goddard Prize offers microgrants to empower youth-led environmental initiatives across the nation.	Not published	Varies
Abramowicz Family Fund CFNV Charitable Real Estate Fund CO · Foundation Not published · Varies Total of 4 grants awarded to 3 organizations: Total grants awarded: More than $15,000 (distributed across 4 grants)	Not published	Varies
Great Salt Lake Audubon Grant Great Salt Lake Audubon · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Great Salt Lake Audubon Grant supports conservation, education, and research initiatives by non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status or educational institutions.	Not published	Up to $2K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Michigan Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, supported by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to engage students and communities in tree planting and care.	Not published	Varies

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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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