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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Tree Campus USA National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A recognition program designed to involve K-12 students in tree stewardship and environmental education through campus tree initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Division Scholarship Grant Izaak Walton League of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Minnesota Division Scholarship, offered by the Izaak Walton League of America, provides up to $1,000 annually to support undergraduate students pursuing careers in environmental protection and conservation.	Not published	Up to $1K
Leiter Family Foundation Grant Leiter Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Leiter Family Foundation Grant supports community-based non-profit organizations focused on habitat preservation and environmental education.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Junior Gardener Program Grants San Clemente Garden Club · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Junior Gardener Program Grants, offered by the San Clemente Garden Club, support K-12 school gardens to foster healthy lifestyles and environmental stewardship among students.	Not published	Up to $500
DISCOVERY Yacht Expedition Grant Program International SeaKeepers Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The DISCOVERY Yacht Expedition Grant Program, managed by the International SeaKeepers Society, invites marine scientists to submit research proposals for expeditions on private vessels.	Not published	Varies
R.E.S.C.U.E. Benjamin B. Stone Memorial Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the R.E.S.C.U.E. Benjamin B. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Mar 2027. Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors.	Not published	Varies
DCNR Non-Motorized Trails Grants Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The DCNR Non-Motorized Trails Grants support the development, rehabilitation, and maintenance of trails for non-motorized recreation.	Not published	Varies
Florida Springs Research Restoration & Education Grants Friends of the Wekiva River Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants funded from proceeds of sales of the "Protect Florida Springs" specialty license plates.	Not published	Varies
John McCormick Environment Grant White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundat · Foundation Not published · Varies Listed among the various grants available through the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation. Limited information provided on website.	Not published	Varies
Bob Skiera Memorial Fund Building Bridges Initiative Grant Program Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Bob Skiera Memorial Fund Building Bridges Initiative Grant Program supports urban forestry research and collaboration.	Not published	$10K – $30K
AZ Heritage K-12 Small Grant Program Arizona Game and Fish Department · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The AZ Heritage K-12 Small Grant Program, funded by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, aims to provide up to $3000 to Arizona teachers for enhancing wildlife education in their classrooms.	Not published	Up to $3K
Delta Extension Fellowship Grant California Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $130K The Delta Extension Fellowship, hosted by California Sea Grant and the Delta Stewardship Council, aims to enhance community resilience and social well-being in the Delta region.	Not published	$130K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Virginia 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 college environments.	Not published	Varies
Public Education, Participation, and Outreach Grant Program: Basin Coordinator Colorado Department of Natural Resources (CO DNR) · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Public Education, Participation, and Outreach Grant Program, initiated by the Colorado Water Conservation Board, supports education and outreach initiatives for water conservation.	Not published	Up to $25K
The Conservation Foundation Environmental Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a public charitable foundation based in Aurora, Illinois, dedicated to improving quality of life across the Fox River Valley, including the…	Not published	Varies
Hudson River Estuary Program - Local Stewardship Planning (NY) Grant New York State Department of Environmental Conservation · Foundation Not published · $11K – $75K The Hudson River Estuary Program is offering approximately $700,000 in grants for Local Stewardship Planning to enhance climate resilience and improve natural resource stewardship in New York.	Not published	$11K – $75K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Mississippi Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, empowers colleges to cultivate green spaces and enhance campus life.	Not published	Varies
Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology Grant Harvard University · Foundation Not published · $8K The Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology offers an immersive 11-week research experience for undergraduate students, providing mentorship and hands-on learning in ecological research.	Not published	$8K
AHC Arkansas State Park Field Trip Grant Arkansas Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The AHC Arkansas State Park Field Trip Grant allows educators to apply for funding to take K-12 students on field trips to one of Arkansas's 52 state parks.	Not published	Up to $1K
IWLA: National Conservation Scholarship Grant Izaak Walton League of America · Foundation Not published · $3K The IWLA National Conservation Scholarship, established in 2005 by the Izaak Walton League of America, aims to foster future leaders in natural resource management.	Not published	$3K
NYC Youth in the Environment Initiative Partnership for Environmental Technology Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Summer youth employment and training project designed to:	Not published	Varies
Bridging Conservation Grant Program Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources · Foundation Not published · $10K – $45K The purpose of the Bridging Conservation Grant Program to promote conservation to non-native English-speaking communities by creating new or expanding existing outreach and education programs.	Not published	$10K – $45K
Ames Tools Grant National Garden Clubs Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 The Ames Tools Grant, initiated by the National Garden Club, Inc. in partnership with The Ames Companies, provides NGC member clubs the opportunity to select tools valued up to $250 for community gardening projects.	Not published	Up to $250
RTK Scholars Program Grant RTK Environmental Group · Foundation Not published · $2K The RTK Scholars Program, funded by RTK Environmental Group, provides a $1,500 scholarship to support students pursuing careers in science, particularly in environmental studies, biology, and engineering.	Not published	$2K

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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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