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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Environmental Grants St Croix Valley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K Competitive grants program supporting environmental protection and education organizations.	Not published	$500 – $10K
CMP - Coastal Management Program - BIL 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
Spatial Thinking - Inspiring Action through Place-Based Solutions RFP: Level I Grant National Geographic Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The National Geographic Society's Spatial Thinking grant invites innovative projects that apply spatial thinking to address local challenges.	Not published	Up to $20K
District of Columbia Community Stormwater Solutions Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The District of Columbia Community Stormwater Solutions Grant Program (DC-CSS) is funded by the Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE).	Not published	Varies
CSWEP Environmental Professionals Grant Program Connecticut Society for Women Environmental Professionals · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The CSWEP Environmental Professionals Grant Program, organized by the Connecticut Society for Women Environmental Professionals, aims to empower women in environmental fields.	Not published	Up to $2K
EPI Professional Development (PD) Scholarships Ecology Project International · Foundation Not published · $100 – $600	Not published	$100 – $600
No Child Left Inside Grant Program Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · $5K – $150K The No Child Left Inside Grant Program, administered by the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office, aims to enhance outdoor experiences for underserved youth in Washington.	Not published	$5K – $150K
Darwin Plus Fund - Darwin Plus Strategic Grant Darwin Plus · Foundation Not published · £1,000,000 - £3,000,000 The Darwin Plus Strategic initiative is a UK government grants scheme aimed at enhancing biodiversity, environmental quality, and resilience to climate change in UK Overseas Territories.	Not published	£1,000,000 - £3,000,000
Puffin Foundation: Environmental Artistic Activism Grant Program The Puffin Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Puffin Foundation's Environmental Artistic Activism Grant Program supports artists addressing environmental issues through diverse artistic genres such as film, music, and theater.	Not published	Varies
Climate Research Incubator (CRI) Green Umbrella · Foundation Not published · Varies Green Umbrella's newest program, the Climate Research Incubator, provides training to a cohort of researchers, ensuring they have the tools to successfully engage with the public on climate.	Not published	Varies
MEEA Environmental Educator Mini-Grant Missouri Environmental Education Association · Foundation Not published · $250 The MEEA Environmental Educator Mini-Grant supports educators in Missouri by providing funding for innovative environmental education projects.	Not published	$250
Quinnipiac River Fund Grants The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven · Foundation Not published · Varies The Quinnipiac River Fund Grants, founded in 1990, aim to enhance the environmental quality of the Quinnipiac River and New Haven Harbor.	Not published	Varies
NWF: Ecoleader Fellowship Grant National Wildlife Federation · Foundation Not published · $5K The National Wildlife Federation's Ecoleader Fellowship offers graduate students the opportunity to conduct impactful market research that enhances NWF's Education and Engagement programs.	Not published	$5K
Garden Club of Allegheny County Grants Garden Club of Allegheny County · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Before applying, prospective Grantees must identify a member of the Garden Club of Allegheny County to act as a sponsor for their request.	Not published	Varies
TX AmeriCorps Planning Grant The Onestar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The TX AmeriCorps Planning Grant, managed by OneStar, aims to address Texas's social challenges through national service.	Not published	Up to $100K
The Caroline Thorn Kissel Summer Environmental Studies Scholarship Grant The Garden Club of America · Foundation Not published · $3K The Caroline Thorn Kissel Summer Environmental Studies Scholarship, established in 2003, supports environmental studies for New Jersey residents and nonresidents studying in the state.	Not published	$3K
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Partnership Grant Program   Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program · State Not published · Up to $3M Supports research and/or education projects that improving farming in at least one of the following ways: Maintain and enhance the quality and productivity of the soil Conserve soil, water, energy, natural resources, and fish and wildlife…	Not published	Up to $3M
NC GreenPower: Solar+ Schools Program NC Greenpower Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The addition of the Solar+ Schools program came after 20 months of development and with approvals by both the NC GreenPower and Advanced Energy boards of directors and the North Carolina Utilities Commission (“NCUC”).	Not published	Varies
Native Plant and Wildflower Education Grant National Garden Clubs Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Native Plant and Wildflower Education Grant offers up to $500 for educational programs focused on native plants and wildflowers.	Not published	Up to $500
Education and Outreach Property Assessment Program- Stormwater Property Assessment and Technical Assistance Grants Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Lake Champlain Basin Program is offering grants of up to $20,000 for educational property assessments focused on stormwater management.	Not published	Up to $20K
Rafe Sagarin Fund for Innovative Ecology Grant Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Rafe Sagarin Fund for Innovative Ecology Grant supports innovative research that incorporates observational ecology, inviting proposals from diverse disciplines.	Not published	Up to $3K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: DC Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to cultivate community forests while promoting environmental stewardship.	Not published	Varies
Fall Grant Opportunities: Environment- Land Use Conservation and Planning Endowment Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The Fall Grant Opportunities from the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation support programs in Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau counties.	Not published	$1K – $8K
Nature Kids/Jóvenes de la Naturaleza (NKJN) Full Scholarships Thorne Ecological Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Full scholarships are offered for Thorne Camps and other nature-based programs through the Nature Kids/Jóvenes de la Naturaleza (NKJN) community.	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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