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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Movement Focus Area Grant Quimby Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The Movement Focus Area Grant by the Quimby Family Foundation supports Maine-based nonprofits dedicated to advancing Human Wholeness through movement and nourishment.	Not published	$3K – $25K
NASA Microplastics Research and Education Center - MIRO Award Alaska Pacific University · Foundation Not published · $5M The Microplastics Research and Education Center will explore and detect microplastics in: Building capacity of Alaska and Arctic Waterways Analytics (AAWA) lab at APU for microplastics detection and remote sensing ocean surface anomalies…	Not published	$5M
NEF Scholarship Scheme Grant Nagao Natural Environment Foundation (NEF) · Foundation Not published · ¥4,000 - ¥7,000 The NEF Scholarship Scheme provides financial assistance to students from developing countries in Southeast Asia who wish to study subjects related to the natural environment.	Not published	¥4,000 - ¥7,000
GHGMI Scholarship Fund Greenhouse Gas Experts Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies (average 64% of tuition fees) The Greenhouse Gas Management Institute's (GHGMI) Scholarship Fund helps remove financial barriers for aspiring professionals committed to advancing climate and carbon management solutions.	Not published	Varies (average 64% of tuition fees)
The Clean Water Fund: Community Conservation Grant Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Lancaster Clean Water Fund serves as a catalyst for increased collaboration to efficiently achieve clean and clear water in Lancaster County by 2040.	Not published	Varies
Web Development and Social Media Marketing Support RFP Recycle Hawaii · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Recycle Hawaiʻi is seeking proposals from qualified consultants or firms to provide web development and social media marketing services.	Not published	Up to $10K
IWLA: Minnesota Division Awards Grant Izaak Walton League of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The IWLA Minnesota Division Awards recognize outstanding conservation efforts and contributions by individuals and groups in Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
Claire C. Bennitt Watershed Fund Grant Program The Claire C Bennitt Watershed Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Claire C. Bennitt Watershed Fund Grant Program supports the acquisition of watershed lands to protect water quality and enhance community life.	Not published	Up to $10K
Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnership Capacity Grants Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnership Capacity Grants, offered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Great Outdoors Colorado, provide funding ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 to support regional collaborations in conservation and…	Not published	$50K – $150K
Small Science & Environmental Grants Foundation of the Monroe County Community Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Northern Chautauqua Environmental Fund Grant Program Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Northern Chautauqua Environmental Fund Grant Program aims to enhance environmental education concerning Lake Erie and its watershed.	Not published	Up to $500
U.S. Biosphere Network Transboundary Internship Program Climate Conservation DBA Center for Large Landscape Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Solar for Schools Program Solar United Neighbors Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A program designed to help school districts install solar energy systems to reduce energy costs and support student education about renewable energy. Each participating school district receives:	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Wisconsin Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program by the Arbor Day Foundation encourages colleges and universities to engage in sustainable practices by fostering community forests and enhancing campus greenery.	Not published	Varies
City Gardens Club of New York City Grant Program The City Garden Clubs of New York · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The City Gardens Club of New York City Grant Program offers annual grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 for impactful projects that enhance the connection between people and nature across all five boroughs.	Not published	$500 – $5K
EEF Undergraduate College Scholarship Grant Environmental Education Foundation, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $4K These scholarships are awarded to college students to support their programs in environmentally-related fields of study. Prior EEF HS winners are encouraged to apply for continued financial support.	Not published	$4K
UCF - Urban and Community Forestry Program (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Technical and financial assistance to the state’s communities on the management of their trees and other related natural resources. https://dnr.illinois.gov/conservation/forestry.html https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/urban-forests/ucf…	Not published	Varies
Nevada Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program (NV) Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Nevada Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program aims to provide equitable and high-quality outdoor experiences for Nevada students aged 18 and younger.	Not published	Up to $50K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Connecticut 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 foster green spaces and enhance community forests.	Not published	Varies
SVP Outreach and Education Grant Society of Vertebrate Paleontology · Foundation Not published · Varies The Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (SVP) offers the Outreach and Education Grant to foster understanding and appreciation of vertebrate fossils.	Not published	Varies
RISE Challenge Earth Force Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The RISE Challenge engages young people in policy making around community resilience to natural hazards.	Not published	Varies
11th Hour Racing Grant 11th Hour Racing · Foundation Not published · $40K – $150K The 11th Hour Racing Grant supports initiatives aimed at restoring ocean health through local stewardship and sustainable practices. It focuses on projects that promote ocean literacy, clean technologies, and ecosystem restoration.	Not published	$40K – $150K
Foothills and Prairie Grant Program Aiken Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Foothills and Prairie Grant Program, offered by the Aiken Audubon Society, supports projects focused on the conservation and study of birds in the Pikes Peak region.	Not published	Up to $7K
Valerie Rose Pinnette Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K NCCF awards more than $530,000 in scholarships a year. Scholarships and awards are made possible by NCCF Funds, established by generous individuals and families.	Not published	$1K

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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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