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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College Scholarships for Florida Keys Graduating Seniors Ocean Reef Conservation Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Conservation Association awards college scholarships to graduating seniors in the Florida Keys pursuing studies in marine and environmental areas. Since inception in 2010, the organization has awarded over $500,000 in scholarships.	Not published	Varies
Kathryn Giarratani Scholarship Fund of the Western PA Herb Society Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Kathryn Giarratani Scholarship Fund, established by the Western PA Unit of The Herb Society of America through the Pittsburgh Foundation, offers scholarships to students pursuing degrees in horticulture, botany, or related fields.	Not published	$1K
Lake Champlain Basin- Artist-in-Residence Grant Programs Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Lake Champlain Basin Program is inviting proposals for its Artist-in-Residence Grant Programs, aimed at fostering innovative projects that engage artists in utilizing scientific and cultural data to enhance the understanding of the…	Not published	Up to $40K
Community Forestry Grants Program: Workforce Development Texas A&M Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $50K The Community Forestry Grants Program: Workforce Development by Texas A&M Forest Service aims to enhance urban and community forestry in Texas.	Not published	$50K
NIEHS CCCHST/PETE Partnership for Environmental Technology Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Consists of community colleges partnered with business, industry, universities, and community-based organizations	Not published	Varies
Integrated Pest Management Program Grants New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food · Foundation Not published · Varies The Integrated Pest Management Program Grants, awarded by the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food, aim to promote sustainable pest management practices.	Not published	Varies
AEESP Award for Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Engineering & Science Education Grant Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation) · Foundation Not published · $1K The AEESP Award for Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Engineering & Science Education recognizes exceptional teaching and educational initiatives in the field.	Not published	$1K
Lower Platte North Natural Resources District Natural Resources Grant Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (LPNNRD) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Lower Platte North Natural Resources District Grant supports high school students engaged in community-based natural resources projects.	Not published	Up to $2K
Wellborn Ecology Fund- School-based Project Grants New Hampshire Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Wellborn Ecology Fund supports school-based projects that enhance environmental and ecological science knowledge in the Upper Valley.	Not published	Up to $5K
The Frances M. Peacock Scholarship for Native Bird Habitat Grant The Garden Club of America · Foundation Not published · $5K The Frances M. Peacock Scholarship, established in 1994 by the Garden Club of America, supports college seniors and graduate students studying seasonal habitats for endangered native birds in the U.S. With an annual award of $4500, this…	Not published	$5K
Guy Harvey Conservation Educator Professional Development Grant Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300 Professional Development Opportunities (2026 Schedule): Director of Education and Outreach: Betty Bergnes, [email protected]	Not published	Up to $300
Environmental Literacy for Community Resilience Grants National Academy of Sciences · Foundation Not published · $100K – $750K The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, in collaboration with NOAA, is offering funding to enhance environmental literacy and community resilience across the U.S. Gulf Coast.	Not published	$100K – $750K
EPA Clean School Bus Program (2021 ARP Electric School Bus Rebates) Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition · Foundation Not published · $300K – $1.2M Provide rebates for replacement of old diesel school buses with new electric school buses in underserved communities.	Not published	$300K – $1.2M
Using Environmental Public Health Tracking Data to Improve Environmental Health in a Community Grant Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is offering a grant aimed at improving environmental health through data-driven initiatives in local public health agencies and federally recognized Tribes.	Not published	Up to $10K
Public Access Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies Wildlife Conservation Board’s Public Access Program’s projects should focus on creating meaningful outdoor experiences for all Californians.	Not published	Varies
Educational Field Trip Grants The Association of Friends · Foundation Not published · $250 Provide funds to help defray transportation costs of bringing youth groups and school-age children to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge on sponsored field trips.	Not published	$250
Dr. David F. Ludwig Memorial Student Travel Scholarship Association for Environmental Health & Sciences Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A student travel scholarship supporting exceptional students in environmental health and sciences. Provides opportunities for environmental students to gain exposure and experience in presenting their research efforts at AEHS conferences.	Not published	Varies
The Alice McCosh Trust Grants Alice McCosh Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to £1,000 The Alice McCosh Trust Grants support individuals pursuing work or study in natural history and the environment, honoring Alice McCosh's legacy.	Not published	Up to £1,000
Teacher Mini Grants The Go Green Initiative Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Mini grant program designed to celebrate and incentivize teachers who incorporate sustainability or environmental literacy into their classroom curriculum.	Not published	Varies
Wallace F. Pate Scholarship Grant Hampton Wildlife Fund · Foundation Not published · $3K The Wallace F. Pate Scholarship, established by the Hampton Wildlife Fund in 2004, awards $2,500 annually to a South Carolina resident pursuing higher education in natural resource disciplines.	Not published	$3K
Henry and Ruth Blaustein Rosenberg Foundation Grant The Jacob and Hilda Blaustein · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Henry and Ruth Blaustein Rosenberg Foundation, established in 1959, focuses on enhancing educational opportunities and community vitality in Baltimore.	Not published	Up to $100K
Carol Treadwell Scholarship Prince William Sound Science & Technology Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides full or partial tuition scholarships for campers to attend PWSSC summer camp programs	Not published	Varies
ME Project Canopy Assistance Grants- Planning & Education Maine Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Project Canopy, supported by the Maine Forest Service, offers grants up to $20,000 to enhance community forestry programs.	Not published	Up to $20K
Metro Nature in Neighborhoods: Nature Education Grants Metro · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Metro's Nature Education Grants aim to foster connections between communities and nature in the Portland area. These grants support projects that enhance environmental education, promote cultural equity, and engage diverse populations.	Not published	Up to $100K

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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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