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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Mitchell Foundation Grants The Cynthia & George Mitchell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation supports impactful projects in Texas, focusing on environmental protection, social equity, and economic vitality.	Not published	Varies
Reducing Illegal Dumping in Philadelphia Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation aims to significantly reduce illegal dumping in Philadelphia, targeting a 50% decrease by 2035.	Not published	Varies
USCAN Catalyzing Grants US Climate Action Network · Foundation Not published · $520K – $700K To build trust and alignment among USCAN members and help build long-term grassroots power. Enables alignment between clusters of members to build critical mass for climate action.	Not published	$520K – $700K
GNB Environmental Trust Fund Grant Government of New Brunswick · Foundation Not published · Varies The GNB Environmental Trust Fund Grant supports action-oriented projects that yield measurable results in environmental protection and enhancement.	Not published	Varies
Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund Grants The Amy Adina Schulman Memorial · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amy Adina Schulman Memorial Fund is a Princeton, New Jersey-based endowment fund providing grants to individuals and young adults who volunteer or intern for progressive social action projects or programs.	Not published	Varies
County-wide and Regional Funding Program State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) has identified a need for regional programs that address drought related and contamination issues for state small water systems (state smalls) and domestic wells serving…	Not published	Varies
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River San Fernando Valley – Severely Disadvantaged Community) Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas.	Not published	Varies
Pittsburgh Foundation Environmental Action Grants: Learning and Action The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K The Pittsburgh Foundation's Environmental Action Grants prioritize community-centered projects that enhance environmental health and decision-making.	Not published	$10K – $75K
Chinook Fund Giving Project Grants Chinook Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chinook Fund provides grants - including start-up and seed funding - to grassroots organizations working for social, economic, environmental, and racial justice in Colorado, focusing on groups cut off from traditional funding streams.	Not published	Varies
Community Action Fund NDN Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $30K The Community Action Fund (CAF) provides modest, urgent response funding to direct action and frontline organizing across Turtle Island (North America) and related Island Nations.	Not published	$15K – $30K
GA Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program NOFO Grant Georgia Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $300K – $15M The GA Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program, managed by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, aims to enhance recreational opportunities in urban areas lacking access to outdoor spaces.	Not published	$300K – $15M
NJ Water Bank The Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants New Jersey Economic Development Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The NJ Water Bank's Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants program provides vital funding for municipalities to address combined sewer overflows, sanitary sewer overflows, and stormwater management.	Not published	Up to $2M
Environment Fund The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Environment Fund protects, restores and improves the natural environment of Northern Virginia, thereby enhancing the health and quality of life of its citizens and the economy of the region.	Not published	Varies
Scherman Foundation: Environmental & Climate Justice Program Grant The Scherman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scherman Foundation's Environmental & Climate Justice Program focuses on empowering Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities through grassroots organizing to address climate change and promote racial justice.	Not published	Varies
Climate Fund CIV Lab Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ACC Environment Grant Alpine Club of Canada (ACC) · Foundation Not published · $8K The ACC Environment Grant, issued by the Alpine Club of Canada, aims to protect and preserve mountain and climbing environments.	Not published	$8K
Con Edison Community Partnerships Grant Con Edison · Foundation Not published · Varies Con Edison is committed to fostering a clean and equitable energy future by supporting community-based organizations in New York City and Westchester.	Not published	Varies
Brownfield Municipal Grant Program - Remediation (CT) Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development · Foundation Not published · $200K – $6M The Brownfield Municipal Grant Program in Connecticut supports municipalities and entities in redeveloping contaminated sites to stimulate economic growth. Grants of up to $6 million are available, with a minimum request of $200,000.	Not published	$200K – $6M
Environment Grant Program: Strategy I- Equitable Outdoor Access Onion Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Environment Grant Program by The Onion Foundation aims to enhance equitable outdoor access for all Maine residents, particularly in rural areas.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Seed Grants/Grow Grants Grassroots Fund · State Not published · $50K – $400K Seed Grants: Provides seed money to grassroots organizers to launch new projects or start to significantly change the direction of an existing project.	Not published	$50K – $400K
IEN-WMAN Mini-Grant Program Western Mining Action Network · Foundation Not published · $4K The IEN-WMAN Mini-Grant Program provides crucial financial support to Indigenous communities and grassroots organizations impacted by mining in the U.S. and Canada.	Not published	$4K
Caesars Regional & Property Giving Grant The Caesars Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caesars Foundation supports community-focused organizations through monetary and in-kind donations, prioritizing strategic areas like social equity, climate action, and mental health.	Not published	Varies
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Stormwater Property Assessment and Technical Assistance Grants State Not published · Varies Grant writing resources can be found on the LCBP Grantee Toolkit web page.Selected applicants with active grant contracts will also be eligible to separately submit purchase order requests of up to $10,000 each for supplies and materials…	Not published	Varies
John Cobb Common Good Award Process Studies International · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizes ecological environmentalists and leaders who have made outstanding contributions in promoting ecological civilization and the common good of humankind and nature.	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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