Grants for Environmental Justice

Last updated October 12, 2026

Grantable tracks 330 active grants for environmental justice in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 6 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 163 list an award amount, with a median of $60K.

Grants tracked: 330; from 245 funders
Median award: $60K; middle half $25K–$250K
Total listed funding: $106.1M; across 163 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 11; 16 with a published date

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Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program - Environmental Improvement Action 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
Climate Resilient Communities Fund Grant PGE Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The PGE Foundation, an independent philanthropic organization, aligns its grantmaking with Portland General Electric’s commitment to the communities it serves.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Zero Waste Grant Program The Neighborhood Recycling Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program designed to support small businesses, non-profits, and local governments in their efforts to create reuse systems, reduce waste, and contribute to a circular economy. Prioritizes reuse and reduction as primary strategies.	Not published	Varies
Small Grants for Smart Growth Vermont Natural Resources Council · State Not published · Up to $150K Provides seed money for catalyzing community-based initiatives related to smart growth.	Not published	Up to $150K
Anthony Grassroots Prize The Rose Foundation for Communities the Environment · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: In 2025 the Anthony Grassroots Prize will be by invitation only and will not be an open process. The Anthony Grassroots Environmental Prize was established in 1999 by environmental activist Juliette Anthony.	Not published	Varies
Zanvyl and Isabelle Krieger Fund Grant Zanvyl and Isabelle Krieger Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The Zanvyl and Isabelle Krieger Fund Grant aims to enhance individual and community potential in Baltimore City.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Proposition 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · $5M – $200M Wildfire and Forest Resilience [Section 91520(l)]: may be awarded for projects that promote watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development that addresses needs related to this…	Not published	$5M – $200M
Our Impact: Sustainable Communities (Environmental Resilience) Triangle Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the Sustainable Communities Program, we hope to support economically and environmentally resilient communities.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Change Grants The Fund for Change Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Fund for Change Grants support organizations advocating for social change, focusing on underserved communities.	Not published	$10K – $25K
NJ eMobility Rolling Grant Program State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Varies The NJ eMobility Rolling Grant Program aims to reduce transportation emissions in New Jersey, particularly benefiting low-income and disadvantaged communities.	Not published	Varies
JRCT: Sustainable Future Grant Program Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The JRCT Sustainable Future Grant Program aims to support innovative projects addressing climate change and social injustice.	Not published	Varies
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Grants Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision · Foundation Not published · Varies Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision (SDEV) works with fleet partners to replace aging trucks and equipment with EPA DERA reimbursement grants.	Not published	Varies
Non-Bond Priorities Grant Programs - Wildfire Prevention Grant Program (CA) California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $300K – $2M The Wildfire Prevention Grant Program by the California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy aims to mitigate the impact of wildfires exacerbated by climate change.	Not published	$300K – $2M
Central America Grant Program Rockefeller Brothers Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Staff members actively identify organizations that are well-positioned to meet programmatic goals.	Not published	Varies
Joyce Foundation: Environment Grants The Joyce Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joyce Foundation's Environment Grants focus on addressing critical environmental challenges in the Great Lakes region, such as climate change and water safety.	Not published	Varies
Annual Grants American Arbitration Association - Int'l Centre for Dispute Resolution Fndn Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $500K	Not published	$25K – $500K
Call for Kindness Grant Riley's Way Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Call for Kindness Grant, offered by Riley's Way Foundation, empowers young leaders aged 13-23 to launch impactful social projects focused on kindness and community connection.	Not published	Up to $5K
Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy Proposition 4: Community and Climate Resilience Grant Program aim to award projects and programs that protect biodiversity; restore watershed function; and expand equitable access to parks…	Not published	Varies
Investigating Site Contamination Program (ISCP) Department of Toxic Substances Control · State Not published · $100 – $10M Department of Toxic Substances Control's (DTSC) ISCP offers loans to eligible applicants, including governmental entities, private businesses, individuals, and non-profit organizations, to help finance environmental site assessments.	Not published	$100 – $10M
Partners for Places Matching Grants Program The Funders Network Inc · Foundation Not published · $45K – $150K Partners for Places is a collaborative matching grant program led by The Funders Network and the Urban Sustainability Directors Network that connects local government and philanthropy to invest in sustainability projects.	Not published	$45K – $150K
McKnight Foundation: Midwest Climate and Energy Grant The McKnight Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McKnight Foundation's Midwest Climate and Energy Grant focuses on funding initiatives that address the climate crisis while promoting equity in the Midwest.	Not published	Varies
Wild Geese Foundation Grants Wild Geese Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wild Geese Foundation supports organizations focused on human rights, food justice, youth empowerment, and climate resilience.	Not published	Varies
Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) Fellowship: Brave Heart Grant The Aspen Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) Fellowship: Brave Heart empowers Native youth leaders aged 18-24 to engage in environmental justice and advocacy.	Not published	Varies
RESULTS Project Award The Fine Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The RESULTS Project is designed to raise awareness about the progress of toxics reduction work and about the dedicated, but often unsung, champions successfully addressing these issues.	Not published	Varies

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About environmental justice grants

Environmental justice grants support communities that face disproportionate environmental and public health burdens, funding work such as community organizing, monitoring, planning, and local remediation. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has historically run programs including Environmental Justice Small Grants and the Government-to-Government program. Community-based nonprofits, tribes, and local governments are typical applicants, often working in partnership.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for environmental justice award?

Of the 330 grants for environmental justice Grantable lists as of October 12, 2026, 163 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $60K, and the middle half fall between $25K and $250K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for environmental justice?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (9), Chesapeake Bay Trust (6), The Rose Foundation for Communities the Environment (6), The New York Community Trust (5), and The William Penn Foundation (5). In all, 245 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for environmental justice due?

Of 330 grants listed, 11 accept applications on a rolling basis, 16 have a published upcoming deadline, 49 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 254 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for environmental justice work?

Funding supports community-led projects addressing pollution, public health, and equitable access to a healthy environment, including assessment, planning, education, and on-the-ground solutions. The EPA has been the primary federal source through programs like its Environmental Justice Small Grants and collaborative problem-solving agreements. Note that federal environmental justice programs can shift with administrations, so verify current availability before applying.

Does the EPA fund environmental justice projects?

The EPA has run several environmental justice grant programs, including Environmental Justice Small Grants and the Government-to-Government program that funds governments partnering with community-based organizations. Program funding levels and availability have varied over time, so it is important to check the EPA's current solicitations rather than assuming a program is open.

Who else funds environmental justice nonprofits?

Beyond federal sources, many private and community foundations fund environmental justice and frontline community work, sometimes through pooled funds or regrant intermediaries. State environmental agencies and larger nonprofits also occasionally subgrant to community groups. Building relationships with regional funders can be especially valuable for smaller, community-based organizations.

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