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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Recreation – Public Waterfront Access Improvement Projects Lake Champlain Basin Program · State Not published · Up to $10M Supports improving public access to waterfront recreation opportunities in the watershed to enhance the enjoyment, understanding, and appreciation of the Lake Champlain Basin’s natural and cultural resources.	Not published	Up to $10M
Biennial Research Competition Grant Hawai‘i Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Hawai‘i Sea Grant, part of a national network established in 1966, promotes the understanding and stewardship of marine and coastal resources through applied research, outreach, and education.	Not published	Up to $100K
Education Grants Indian Land Tenure Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Many Indian land tenure issues stem from widespread lack of knowledge about the history, cultural significance and legal status of Indian lands.	Not published	Varies
Nisqually Watershed Small Grants Pierce County Planning and Public Works / Puyallup Watershed Initiative · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Nisqually Watershed Small Grants program, sponsored by Pierce County, aims to improve environmental literacy and enhance water quality in local watersheds.	Not published	Up to $3K
Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Engagement and Stewardship RFP Grant State of North Carolina · State Not published · Up to $40K The Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Partnership (APNEP) invites proposals for environmental projects aimed at enhancing citizen stewardship and literacy in the region.	Not published	Up to $40K
Clean4Change - Global Cleanup Programme Alliance to End Plastic Waste Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A 150-day global cleanup programme launched by Alliance to End Plastic Waste to enable sustained community action to end plastic waste and improve recycling literacy.	Not published	Varies
Family Grants The Seabury Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Seabury Foundation's Family Grants provide essential funding for 501(c)(3) organizations invited by a Seabury Family sponsor. Eligible organizations can apply for grants up to $25,000 to support general operations or specific projects.	Not published	Up to $25K
Ontario Wildlife Foundation Grant Ontario Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ontario Wildlife Foundation Grant supports initiatives aimed at conserving and enhancing Ontario's natural resources.	Not published	Varies
EEF High School Graduate Scholarship Grant Environmental Education Foundation, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $3K The EEF High School Graduate Scholarship, offered by the Environmental Education Foundation, supports students from the Geneva Lake area pursuing environmentally-focused college degrees.	Not published	$3K
Bright Green Future School Grants City Of Austin · State Not published · Up to $3K The Bright Green Future School Grants, offered by the City of Austin Office of Sustainability, support sustainability projects in preschools and K-12 schools.	Not published	Up to $3K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Hawaii Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the National Arbor Day Foundation, promotes sustainability and environmental stewardship in colleges across Hawaii.	Not published	Varies
Kids in the Park Scholarship Fund Friends of Wehr Nature Center Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide financial assistance to allow more students to experience nature-based environmental education programs when cost would otherwise be a barrier.	Not published	Varies
Youth Leadership Fund Grant Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Youth Leadership Fund, established by Sally and Rick Botzler, aims to foster youth leadership skills in underserved communities by supporting K-12 initiatives focused on environment, sustainability, and community responsibility.	Not published	Up to $2K
Eco Spring Break HBCU Green Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An international learning opportunity for HBCU students focused on sustainability, environmental justice, and hands-on climate education.	Not published	Varies
Ride to the Wild Fund Grant Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ride to the Wild Fund Grant, established by Bill and Melissa Zielinski, supports Humboldt County K-12 teachers by covering transportation costs for educational field trips to local natural areas.	Not published	Varies
Advancing Education, Conservation, and Outreach on Grazing Lands Grant Program National Grazing Lands Coalition · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The deadline for this grant is expected to be announced late in 2024 or early in 2025, if funding is renewed._ The NatGLC’s mission is to promote ecologically and economically sound management of all grazing lands for all their…	Not published	Varies
Gray Family Foundation: Environmental Education Grants Gray Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Gray Family Foundation offers Environmental Education Grants aimed at enhancing K-12 environmental education through outdoor experiences.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources · State Not published · Varies The function of the LCCMR (formerly LCMR) is to make funding recommendations to the legislature for special environment and natural resource projects, primarily from the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund.	Not published	Varies
Gaskins Environmental Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of South Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 1996, the Community Foundation of South Georgia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to making South Georgia a better place to live through effective philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
Friends of Gustavus Fund Grant Juneau Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $4K The Friends of Gustavus Fund aims to enhance the quality of life in the Gustavus community by supporting philanthropic activities.	Not published	$500 – $4K
FICUS Research Proposals Grant Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory · Foundation Not published · Varies The FICUS Research Grant, in collaboration with JGI and EMSL, invites innovative research proposals that leverage the capabilities of multiple DOE-supported user facilities.	Not published	Varies
Joseph and Elaine Malama Vierra Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph and Elaine Malama Vierra Scholarship Fund, established in 2016, supports Hawaii residents pursuing degrees in conservation and environmental sciences.	Not published	Varies
Lafayette County Bluebird Society Legacy Fund (LCBS) Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Lafayette County Bluebird Society Legacy Fund (LCBS) is dedicated to supporting bird conservation initiatives and educational programs in the Driftless Area of southwest Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $4K
Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program - Environmental Outreach, Education, and Engagement Projects Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program The Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program will support community outreach and engagement, environmental action, and larger-scale restoration projects in the…	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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