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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Caring for Our Watersheds (Chesapeake Bay) Earth Force Inc · Foundation Not published · $6K – $10K Classrooms are asked to submit proposals that answer the question: "What can you do to improve your watershed?"	Not published	$6K – $10K
Waterwise Garden Grant KidsGardening · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Waterwise Garden Grant, offered by KidsGardening and Hunter Industries, supports public and charter schools in San Diego County focusing on water conservation through gardening.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Sponsorship Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Sponsorship Grant Program by the Chesapeake Bay Trust aims to enhance public awareness of environmental issues related to the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland watersheds.	Not published	Up to $500
Scott Education Grants Klamath Basin Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $400 The Scott Education Grants, established by the Klamath Basin Audubon Society, support environmental and wildlife education for K-6 students in Klamath, Lake, Modoc, and Siskiyou counties.	Not published	Up to $400
Recreation - Energize The Environment Grant Program Quadratec · State Not published · $350K Supports environmental-restoration projects .	Not published	$350K
Clarence and Lillian Constantakis Environmental Scholarship Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: The registration deadline to access the online application is February 12, 2025, 5 p.m. EST.	Not published	Varies
Montana Wild Transportation & Lodging Grants Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Montana Wild Transportation & Lodging Grants provide financial assistance to Montana public schools for travel and lodging expenses related to educational visits to Montana WILD in Helena.	Not published	Up to $25K
Chesapeake Bay Implementation Grant Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Supports the goals and outcomes of the Chesapeake Watershed Agreement to restore and protect Maryland's natural resources.	Not published	Varies
APS Innovation Fund Grant American Physical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The APS Innovation Fund offers pilot or supplemental funding to support members in launching innovative projects that address challenges in the physics community while advancing the APS mission of fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and global…	Not published	Varies
Ted Smith Conservation Internship Program Grant Alaska Conservation Foundation · Foundation Not published · $7K The Ted Smith Conservation Internship Program, established by the Alaska Conservation Foundation, aims to invest in young adults pursuing careers in conservation.	Not published	$7K
Learning Landscapes Appalachian Sustainable Development · Foundation Not published · Varies Teaching children how to create, plant, tend, nurture, cultivate, and harvest fresh fruits and vegetables in gardens at schools, community centers, or clubs.	Not published	Varies
Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary (APNEP) Program: Engagement and Stewardship Project Grant North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality · Foundation Not published · $40K – $80K The Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Partnership (APNEP) offers funding for projects focused on community engagement and stewardship aimed at enhancing environmental literacy and volunteerism in the Albemarle-Pamlico region.	Not published	$40K – $80K
Youth and Young Adult Conservation Education Program (FY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Funding to establish the Youth and Young Adult Conservation and Education Pilot Program to provide education and employment opportunities for the youth and young adults of this State to further the development and maintenance of the…	Not published	Varies
BES: Connecting Ecologists with Other Disciplines Grant British Ecological Society (BES) · Foundation Not published · Up to £20,000 The BES: Connecting Ecologists with Other Disciplines Grant offers up to £20,000 for PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and early career ecologists to gain interdisciplinary experience.	Not published	Up to £20,000
ReTreeUS School and Community Orchards Grant Program United Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The ReTreeUS School and Community Orchards Grant Program aims to inspire future generations through hands-on education in orchards and gardens.	Not published	Varies
Environmental Education Pathways Project Grant Program Sonoma County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies About the Environmental Education Pathways Project The Environmental Education Pathways Project (Pathways Project) is an initiative of the Sonoma Environmental Education Collaborative (SEEC), whose mission is to catalyze cooperation…	Not published	Varies
SECO Energy Foundation Grant Seco Energy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The SECO Energy Foundation Grant aims to improve community quality of life through charitable initiatives. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, it supports educational, environmental, energy-related, veteran, public safety, and health projects.	Not published	Up to $25K
Conference Access Scholarship (Carl Morrison Conference Scholarship) Grant North Bay Watershed Association (NBWA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Conference Access Scholarship, offered by the North Bay Watershed Association, provides financial support of up to $500 for individuals residing or working in the NBWA boundary.	Not published	Up to $500
Preschool Scholarships Thorne Ecological Institute · Foundation Not published · $70K Thorne offers more than $70,000 in early childhood program scholarships annually to low and middle-income families to help ensure that all children have the opportunity to participate in Thorne Nature Preschool.	Not published	$70K
Commitment to Human Diversity in Ecology Award Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 In recognition of long-standing contributions of an individual toward increasing the diversity of future ecologists through mentoring, teaching, or outreach.	Not published	$700
Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund The Oregon Zoo Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Grants supporting conservation efforts that implement the Oregon Conservation Strategy, a blueprint for conserving the state's wildlife and their habitats.	Not published	$25K
The Art of Science Grant The City Garden Clubs of New York · Foundation Not published · $145 The Art of Science program at the New York Botanical Garden invites educators to explore the intersection of art and nature.	Not published	$145
Mini Grants Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fishing Equipment Program Florida Foundation for Responsible Angling Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Fish Florida's Fishing Equipment Donation Program assists organizations that teach fishing and conservation in Florida by providing fishing equipment donations.	Rolling	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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