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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MPRPD Transportation Grants Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The MPRPD Transportation Grants, funded by the Community Foundation for Monterey County, aim to enhance access to recreational, environmental, and cultural education in Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Collaborative Impact Grant Citizens Committee for New York City Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K A new program providing grants to groups of three grantees who partner together to develop and implement collaborative community projects.	Not published	$10K
Impact Seed Funding Grant Pulitzer Center · Foundation Not published · $3K – $4K The Pulitzer Center Impact Seed Fund (ISF) provides essential support for educational initiatives in Africa, Brazil, and Southeast Asia, focusing on critical environmental issues highlighted by Pulitzer Center journalism.	Not published	$3K – $4K
Conservation Leadership Development NC Foundation for Soil and Water Conservation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program listed among active programs offered by the Foundation. Specific details not provided in website content.	Not published	Varies
San Joaquin Audubon Society Grant San Joaquin Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The San Joaquin Audubon Society Grant aims to support organizations dedicated to the conservation of birds and ecosystems in San Joaquin County.	Not published	Up to $2K
Peacock Foundation Inc. Grants Peacock Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Peacock Foundation Inc. grants support the health and well-being of South Florida's children and families through contributions to eligible 501(c)(3) public charities.	Not published	Varies
Field-of-Interest Grant Program - Environment Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Field-of-Interest Grant Program, established in 2016, supports local nonprofits in Mendocino County with initiatives focusing on the environment, arts, and community resilience.	Not published	$1K – $6K
Mid-Atlantic Panel on Aquatic Invasive Species Grant Program Mid-Atlantic Panel on Aquatic Invasive Species · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mid-Atlantic Panel on Aquatic Invasive Species Grant Program invites proposals for funding to tackle aquatic invasive species (AIS) challenges.	Not published	Varies
DCEFF Vantage Grant The Environmental Film Festival · Foundation Not published · $13K The DCEFF Vantage Grant is a commitment grant supporting emerging BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) filmmakers working on environmental films.	Not published	$13K
Green School Works Technical Assistance Services Grant The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Green School Works Technical Assistance Services provide crucial support for public K-12 schools in Massachusetts to advance their decarbonization goals.	Not published	Up to $250K
Keep Maryland Beautiful: Track 1: Community Stewardship (up to $5,000) Grant Maryland Environmental Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Keep Maryland Beautiful Grant Program, led by the Maryland Environmental Trust and partners, offers Community Stewardship Grants of up to $5,000.	Not published	Up to $5K
Urban and Community Forestry: Virginia Trees for Clean Water Grant Program Virginia Department of Forestry · Foundation Not published · $1K – $55K The Virginia Trees for Clean Water Grant Program supports communities in enhancing their urban tree canopy to improve water quality and public awareness.	Not published	$1K – $55K
GA Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grant Georgia Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The GA Recreational Trails Program (RTP) provides funding for projects enhancing recreational trail access in Georgia.	Not published	Up to $200K
Fox Valley Earth Day Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	Varies
Florida Off-Road Foundation Grant Program Florida Off Road Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $250K Grants support qualified Florida nonprofit organizations working to:	Not published	$250 – $250K
Douglas County Waste Management Environmental Studies College Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of NCW is a tax-exempt philanthropic organization that helps individuals, families, businesses, and agencies support charitable causes throughout Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties.	Not published	Varies
Anita Berry Martin Memorial Fund - Land Conservation, Equine Therapy, and Equine Welfare Grants Community Foundation of North Texas (Tax · Foundation Not published · Varies Endowment established in 2013 that makes grants in land conservation, equine therapy, and equine welfare.	Not published	Varies
KM Shimano Family Foundation Donations Grant The KM Shimano Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The KM Shimano Family Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the world through education, engagement, and conservation, with a particular focus on marine environments.	Not published	Varies
Community Conservation Program Grant Virginia Environmental Endowment · Foundation Not published · $50K The Community Conservation Program, funded by the Virginia Environmental Endowment, supports conservation initiatives in specific Virginia counties and cities.	Not published	$50K
Safe Routes to School Program Grant Washington State Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Up to $57.0M The Safe Routes to Schools Program (SRTS) provides funding to improve safety and mobility for children by enabling and encouraging them to walk and bicycle to school.	Not published	Up to $57.0M
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: South Dakota Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program by the Arbor Day Foundation promotes the importance of trees and green spaces on college campuses.	Not published	Varies
SFFI: Impact Investments Grant Schlecht Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Schlecht Family Foundation Inc is committed to transforming communities in Dane County and rural Wisconsin through innovative support for organizations.	Not published	Varies
VCF: South Lake Champlain Fund Grant The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The South Lake Champlain Fund, established by the Vermont Community Foundation, supports initiatives that enhance the environmental health and cultural heritage of the southern Lake Champlain area.	Not published	$1K – $8K
National Wolfwatcher Wolf Education Grants National Wolfwatcher Coalition · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The National Wolfwatcher Coalition offers grants to educators and non-profit organizations for wolf education initiatives.	Not published	Up to $500

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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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