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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CNPS Education Grants California Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Educational grant program supporting various learning and educational initiatives related to California native plants.	Not published	Varies
Emily M. Hewitt Memorial Scholarship Grant Calaveras Big Trees Association · Foundation Not published · $3K The Emily M. Hewitt Memorial Scholarship, awarded by the Calaveras Big Trees Association, offers a $3,000 monetary award to a promising California upper division or graduate student committed to environmental studies.	Not published	$3K
Henry Hall Summer Scholars National Aquarium Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A free summer camp program for Baltimore City youth that provides hands-on learning experiences in conservation-themed environments across the United States.	Not published	Varies
Brower Youth Awards for Environmental Leadership Grant Earth Island Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Brower Youth Awards for Environmental Leadership honors young leaders aged 13 to 22 in North America who excel in environmental initiatives.	Not published	$3K
Lee A. and Mary J. Rieth Foundation Grant Tr UA Lee & Mary Jane Rieth Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ The Foundation makes grants in the areas of environment, religion, environmental education and nature education. _You can learn…	Not published	Varies
Ittleson Foundation: Environmental Program Grants Ittleson Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ittleson Foundation Environmental Program Grants support innovative projects that enhance environmental activism through education and grassroots efforts.	Not published	Varies
Puyallup-White River Watershed Small Grants Pierce County Planning and Public Works / Puyallup Watershed Initiative · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Puyallup-White River Watershed Small Grants program by Pierce County is designed to enhance environmental literacy and improve habitat and water quality across key watersheds.	Not published	Up to $3K
Connect Kids to Parks Program Parks & Trails New York Inc · Foundation Not published · $3M – $3.8M School and educational organizations serving K-12 students, with priority for:	Not published	$3M – $3.8M
Frederick George Pohland Medal Grant Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frederick George Pohland Medal, awarded by the AEESP Foundation, recognizes outstanding contributions in environmental engineering and science.	Not published	Varies
CWF Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship Grant Canadian Wildlife Federation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $4K The CWF Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Canadian Wildlife Foundation, honors the legacy of conservationist Orville Erickson.	Not published	$500 – $4K
Hubbard County Coalition of Lake Association Grant Northwest Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Northwest Minnesota Foundation invests resources, facilitates collaboration and promotes philanthropy to make the region a better place to live and work.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Action Now (CAN) Grant Program Oklahoma City Zoo · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Conservation Action Now (CAN) Grant Program, initiated by the Oklahoma City Zoo, aims to support global conservation efforts by providing small grants up to $2,500 each.	Not published	Up to $3K
Community Foundation Santa Cruz County: Environmental Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Santa Cruz County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation Santa Cruz County offers the Environmental Scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students in good standing at local colleges.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Outdoor Equity Grant Program Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Colorado Outdoor Equity Grant Program aims to enhance access to outdoor activities for traditionally underrepresented communities, including low-income families, LGBTQ+ individuals, and youth of color.	Not published	Up to $100K
AmeriCorps Missouri Operational Grant Missouri Community Service Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The AmeriCorps Missouri Operational Grant aims to enhance community service through national service and volunteerism.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Rhode Island Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, empowers colleges and universities to enhance their green spaces.	Not published	Varies
Regional Grant Program The Beim Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Beim Foundation's Regional Grant Program invites proposals from nonprofit organizations serving under-resourced communities in the U.S. for environmental education projects by 2025.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Washington Recreational Trails Grant Program Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Washington Recreational Trails Grant Program funds the rehabilitation and maintenance of trails, ensuring a backcountry experience free from human development.	Not published	Up to $150K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Vermont Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, sponsored by the National Arbor Day Foundation, aims to enhance college campuses through tree planting and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Varies
Kosasa Foundation Community-Based Environmental Stewardship Grant Kosasa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies In Hawai\i, the health and resilience of our environment is inextricably linked to our wellbeing as a community and uniqueness as a place.	Not published	Varies
Greenway Community Grants New York State Hudson River Valley Greenway · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Greenway Communities Grant Program offers funding to municipalities within the designated Greenway area to develop plans and projects that align with economic development and resource protection.	Not published	Up to $30K
Minnesota Legacy Grant Program The Beim Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Beim Foundation, a multi-generational family foundation, honors the past while embracing the future.	Not published	Varies
Grand Haven Offshore Challenge Scholarship Grant Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grand Haven Offshore Challenge Scholarship, offered by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, supports students pursuing studies in natural resources, including fisheries and wildlife.	Not published	Varies
PA's Environmental Justice Forests Grant Program Pennsylvania Urban & Community Forestry Council · Foundation Not published · Varies TreePennsylvania administers this grant program which includes required Tree Tender Trainings. Grantees are required to provide trainings in/around their areas and send at least one individual to training for every 25 grant-funded trees.	Not published	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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