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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CMP - Coastal Management Program - IRA Programmatic Projects (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs.	Not published	Varies
Sea Turtle Grants Program Florida State Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sea Turtle Grants Program provides funding for research, education, and conservation programs to benefit sea turtles in Florida.	Not published	Varies
Sarasota Bay Estuary Grant Program Sarasota Bay Estuary Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Sarasota Bay Estuary Grant Program offers competitive awards up to $10,000 for projects in the Sarasota Bay watershed, focusing on habitat restoration, water quality improvement, and community engagement.	Not published	Up to $10K
Sand Hills Garden Club Grant Program The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Sand Hills Garden Club Grant Program, managed by the Community Foundation for the CSRA, aims to enhance the quality of life in Augusta, Georgia.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Plant-for-the-Planet Ambassador Award Plant-for-the-Planet US · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Student Mini-Grant Algalita Marine Research and Education · Foundation Not published · $15K Annual mini-grant program awarding funds to students aged 11-25 from around the world who are tackling plastic pollution and related environmental issues.	Not published	$15K
Valley Water Standard Grants - Education Grants Santa Clara Valley Water District · Foundation Not published · $10K – $150K The Valley Water Standard Grants for Education support projects in Santa Clara County that promote safe, clean drinking water, conservation, and environmental stewardship.	Not published	$10K – $150K
GCA Founders Fund The Garden Club of Honolulu · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
AEG K-14 Education Fund Grant AEG Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AEG K-14 Education Fund Grant supports geological education across K-14 levels, including elementary, middle, high schools, and community colleges.	Not published	Varies
AEESP Award for Outstanding Teaching in Environmental Engineering & Science Grant Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation) · Foundation Not published · $1K The AEESP Award for Outstanding Teaching in Environmental Engineering & Science recognizes exceptional professors dedicated to teaching in environmental engineering.	Not published	$1K
Inside Out Education Field Trip Grant Program Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Inside Out Education Field Trip Grant Program, funded by the Blue Grass Community Foundation, offers K-12 schools in Kentucky the opportunity to receive grants for student field trips to the state's parks and historic sites.	Not published	Up to $2K
Valley Water Standard Grants - Stewardship Grants Santa Clara Valley Water District · Foundation Not published · $10K – $150K The Valley Water Standard Grants - Stewardship Grants program provides $1.87 million in funding for projects aimed at enhancing safe, clean drinking water, water conservation, and environmental stewardship in Santa Clara County.	Not published	$10K – $150K
Recreational Trails Program (Motorized and Non-Motorized Portions) - Safety and Environmental Education Grant Arizona State Parks & Trails · Foundation Not published · Varies The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) offers funding for both motorized and non-motorized trail projects, promoting safe and environmentally responsible recreational use.	Not published	Varies
Check Global Independent Media Response Fund (Climate Misinformation Focus) Meedan Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K	Not published	$5K – $15K
Illinois Audubon Society Grant Program Illinois Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Illinois Ornithological Society Grant Program, established in 2004, aims to foster scientific research and education about birds in Illinois.	Not published	Up to $10K
Mary Kiesau Community Fellowship Fund Twispworks Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K An annual fellowship supporting artists, photographers, naturalists, and naturalist educators in the Methow Valley who are working on field-based creative or educational projects with a deep connection to the region's natural landscape.	Not published	$1K
Food for Thought Grant Program The Western New York Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Raising Awareness, Building Knowledge, and Creating Conscious Advocates for our Regional Food System Through the lens of artists and educators Educators and the arts and cultural community play a significant role in lifting up issues.	Not published	Varies
MOS Scholarships for Educators Grant Maryland Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · $2K – $2K The Maryland Ornithological Society (MOS) is offering six scholarships for Maryland teachers and naturalists to attend summer workshops on Hog Island, Maine.	Not published	$2K – $2K
Edward J. Bouwer/AEESP Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award Grant Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors Foundation (AEESP Foundation) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Edward J. Bouwer/AEESP Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award recognizes outstanding research by emerging scholars in environmental engineering and science. This prestigious award, honoring Prof.	Not published	Up to $2K
Clean Energy Career Awareness Program: Teaching Resources & Educator Training (RFP 6118) Grant New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $5M New York State Energy Research and Development Authority The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) offers objective information and analysis, innovative programs, technical expertise, and support to help New…	Not published	Up to $5M
San Clemente Garden Club: College Scholarship Program Grant San Clemente Garden Club · Foundation Not published · $2K The San Clemente Garden Club College Scholarship Program offers financial support for students pursuing degrees in environmental fields such as Horticulture and Ecology.	Not published	$2K
Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau · State Not published · $2K – $10K The Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program, previously known as the RI America the Beautiful Grant Program, supports projects enhancing urban and community forest management.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Seabird Group Training Grant The Seabird Group · Foundation Not published · Up to £250 The Seabird Group Training Grant offers up to £250 for individuals to support travel and subsistence costs for unpaid seabird-focused fieldwork or volunteering.	Not published	Up to £250
Sacramento Audubon Conservation Grants Sacramento Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Sacramento Audubon Society offers Conservation Grants aimed at supporting community-based projects that protect and restore habitats and wildlife.	Not published	Up to $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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