Grants for Environmental Justice provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Tree Equity RI Grant Program (RI) Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: November…
Trio Foundation of St. Louis Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trio Foundation of St. Louis Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Trio Foundation of St. Louis Grant aims to…
U.S. Department of Transportation Reconnecting Communities Institute (RCI) Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States Overview: A new U.S. Department of Transportation center for learning to help…
United for Good Fund Overview: United Way of the Wine Country awards annual grants through the United for Good Fund for projects, programs, organizations, and coalitions that further the goal of…
Uprooting Racism Training (URFS) Status: Active; 2026 sessions scheduled Geographic Scope: Virtual (Zoom-based), open to anyone Target Audience: Environmental and food justice leaders, organizational…
Urgent Action Grants Organization: Hawaiʻi People's Fund Mission: Hawaiʻi People's Fund is committed to supporting grassroots organizations implementing direct actions to reduce the harm of current…
USCAN Catalyzing Grants Program Name: US Climate Action Network (USCAN) Catalyzing Grants (Formerly known as Empowerment Grants) Funder: US Climate Action Network (USCAN) Purpose: To build trust and…
Using Environmental Public Health Tracking Data to Improve Environmental Health in a Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last…
Virginia Program Funder: Virginia Environmental Endowment (VEE) Geographic Scope: Virginia Status: Open (Note: December 2025 round was by invitation only due to staff vacancy; returning to open…
Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust (CA) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Air Resources Board Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust…
Washington State Public Participation Grants - Toxics and Waste Overview: The Department of Ecology's Public Participation Grants provide funding for community engagement projects related to toxic…
Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Grant: Small, Underserved, and Disadvantaged Communities Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Environmental…
WHALE TAIL Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Coastal Commission Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The WHALE TAIL Grants Program, managed by the…
Tree Canopy Community Grant Geographic Scope: Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana Funder: Faith in Place (regranting USDA Forest Service Urban Community Forestry grant funded through the Inflation Reduction…
Wild Geese Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wild Geese Foundation Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The Wild Geese Foundation supports organizations focused on human rights, food justice,…
Wildfire Smoke Preparedness in Community Buildings (361217) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Environmental Protection Agency Amount: US $350,000 - US $2,500,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The…
Overview _NOTE: Begin the process by completing the Partner With Us form on our website. Have an initial call with Tides staff to discuss your mission, program activities, needs, and timeline. Tides…
Women's Foundation of California Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Womens Foundation Of California Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Women’s Foundation of California Grant focuses on fostering a…
Working with Lots Mini-Grant Program Funder: Detroit Future City Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan Focus Areas: Vacant lot improvement and land stewardship activities Overview: The Detroit Future…
WPLC Staff Attorney Position Organization: Water Protector Legal Collective (WPLC) Position Type: Full-time, exempt staff position Start Date: January 15, 2026 Location: Remote (fully remote work…