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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Solar for Schools Grant Program Fresh Energy · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Coastal Fund (CF) Grant - Major Funding Uc Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Coastal Fund (CF) Grant at the University of California, Santa Barbara, supports initiatives that connect people with coastal ecosystems through funding.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Local Leaders of the 21st Century Scholarship The Go Green Initiative Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship program that recognizes and awards high school students who demonstrate excellence and commitment to environmental sustainability, waste reduction, and community advocacy through participation in the Local Leaders club.	Not published	Varies
Meghan Haggblade Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K We enable donors and nonprofit partners to tackle the most critical needs facing San Diegans. Our vision is for just, equitable and resilient communities.	Not published	$1K – $5K
The Forrest Shreve Student Research Fund Grant Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Forrest Shreve Student Research Fund, awarded by the Ecological Society of America, supports research in North America's hot deserts, including the Sonoran and Mojave.	Not published	$1K – $2K
SAEMS Scholarship Grant Southern Arizona Environmental Management Society Inc. · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The SAEMS Environmental Scholarships support University of Arizona students pursuing degrees in environmental, health, and safety fields.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Urban and Community Forestry - Inflation Reduction Act Grant Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The Urban and Community Forestry - Inflation Reduction Act Grant aims to enhance urban forest management in Florida, promoting the retention and expansion of community tree canopies.	Not published	$3K – $50K
HBCU Green Fund Fellows HBCU Green Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A fellowship program equipping historically Black college and university (HBCU) students with the skills, knowledge, and mentorship needed to become leaders in green innovation and the clean economy.	Not published	Varies
Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant - Environmental Education Snoqualmie Tribal Organization · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant for Environmental Education offers up to $50,000 to 501c3 nonprofit organizations in Washington State. Since 2010, the Snoqualmie Tribe has donated over $8 million to various nonprofits.	Not published	Up to $50K
Fire Safe Council Grant Program San Diego Regional Fire & Emergency · Foundation Not published · Varies Alpine/Viejas, Alvarado Estates, Campo/Lake Morena, College Canyons, Chula Vista, Crest, Cuyamaca Woods, Escondido, Eucalyptus Hills, Fallbrook, Inland Rural, Jamul, Julian, Kensington, Lakeside/San Diego Audubon Society, Los Tules at…	Not published	Varies
The Garden Club of America Award in Desert Studies Grant The Garden Club of America · Foundation Not published · $4K The Garden Club of America Award in Desert Studies, established in 2006, supports graduate and junior/senior undergraduate students in the fields of horticulture, conservation, and landscape design focused on arid environments.	Not published	$4K
HFEE General Grant Program Hayward Foundation for Educational · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hayward Foundation for Educational Enrichment provides grants to support educational enrichment projects for schools in the Hayward Community School District (HCSD).	Not published	Varies
EEAI Mini-Grants Environmental Education Association Of Illinois (EEAI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $350 The EEAI Mini-Grants program supports projects aimed at educating communities about environmental issues and enhancing ecological understanding.	Not published	Up to $350
Oregon Sea Grant Biennial Research Competition Oregon Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $125K The Oregon Sea Grant Biennial Research Competition aims to address critical issues faced by Oregon’s coastal communities through research.	Not published	$125K
Georgia Making the Shade Program Grant Georgia Forestry Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Georgia Making the Shade Program Grant aims to enhance elementary school campuses by funding the planting of trees in playground areas. With grants up to $10,000, eligible applicants include schools, PTAs, and community groups.	Not published	Up to $10K
The Fairways Foundation Grant The Fair Ways Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The FairWays Foundation Grant focuses on funding projects that promote environmental stewardship and conservation efforts.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Justin Brooks Fisher Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Justin Brooks Fisher Foundation Grant supports conservation and sustainability initiatives, primarily in Boulder, Colorado.	Not published	Varies
CenterPoint Foundation Charitable Giving Grant CenterPoint Energy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The CenterPoint Energy Foundation aims to enhance community vitality through grants supporting affordable housing, environmental education, and workforce development.	Not published	Varies
Guy Harvey Field Trip Grant Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K How to Become a Guy Harvey Conservation School:	Not published	Up to $1K
LCBP: Educator Mini-grants Grant Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Lake Champlain Basin Program offers Educator Mini-grants to support educators in acquiring materials for teaching about Lake Champlain Watershed issues.	Not published	Up to $1K
Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs: Pennsylvania Sojourn Mini Grants Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs offer funding for educational paddling events through the Pennsylvania Sojourn Mini Grants.	Not published	$1K
Sustainability in Practice National Recreation and Park Association · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: NRPA will be hosting three cohorts. Cohort 1: Application opens February 22, and closes April 18, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.	Not published	Varies
Marie Marx Strohm Memorial Award Green Corps Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Celebrates the achievements of a Green Corps graduate who demonstrates exceptional skill in the use of media in their advocacy work.	Not published	Varies
EPOC Environmental Scholarship Fund Grant Environmental Professionals' Organization of Connecticut, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $2K The EPOC Environmental Scholarship Fund, established in 1998, supports Connecticut residents or their immediate family members pursuing a career in the environmental field.	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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