Environmental Grants in Illinois
Last updated October 20, 2026
There are 34 active environmental grants tagged to Illinois, part of 2,094 active environmental grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Illinois Climate Pollution Reduction Grants: Small Utility Clean Energy Planning Grant Program - Fourth Round Finance Authority · State Nov 13, 2026 · Varies In July 2024, Illinois was announced as one of the recipients of an award under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program, created by the Inflation Reduction Act. | |
| Illinois Climate Pollution Reduction Grants: Stretch Code Adoption Grant Application - Fourth Round Finance Authority · State Dec 31, 2026 · Varies In July 2024, Illinois was announced as one of the recipients of an award under the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program, created by the Inflation Reduction Act. | |
| State ANS Comprehensive Management Plan (FY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes. | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - NOAA 25 Programmatic Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs. | |
| Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program 23-DG-11094200-327 Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To plan for, establish, manage and protect trees, forests, green spaces and related natural resources in and adjacent to cities and towns. The urban and community forestry program provides ecosystem services, social and economic benefits. | |
| OWR-US EPA (EN Grant-FY24-84103301-0): Environmental Information Exchange Network Grant Program and Related Assistance Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies FY 2024 National Environmental Information Exchange Network Grant Program The recipient agrees to comply with the current EPA general terms and conditions available at: https://www.epa.gov/grants/epa-generalterms… | |
| SWG - State Wildlife Grants (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Development and implementation of projects for the benefit of fish and wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished. | |
| Invasive Carp removal and monitoring in the Upper Mississippi River FY26 Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Conduct fish and wildlife management activities that align with the conservation, restoration, and management goals and priorities of the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Offices. | |
| Line Item - Operational Grant (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Grant programs as defined within the annual appropriation bill (Public Act) including Member Initiatives. | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - Programmatic Projects (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs. | |
| DJ - Sport Fish Restoration - Fisheries, Boat Access (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Activities designed to restore, conserve, manage, or enhance sport fish populations; the public use and benefits from these resources; and activities that provide boat access to public waters. | |
| 2023 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Emergency Mgt Agency · State Not published · Varies The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program makes federal funds available to states, U.S. territories, federally recognized Tribal governments, and local governments for hazard mitigation activities. | |
| DJ - Sport Fish Restoration - Fisheries, Boat Access (FY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Activities designed to restore, conserve, manage, or enhance sport fish populations; the public use and benefits from these resources; and activities that provide boat access to public waters. | |
| Invasive Carp Management Control in IL Waterway GLRI (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes. | |
| DJ - Sport Fish Restoration - Fisheries, Boat Access (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the Award. | |
| Illinois Wetland Inventory Grant Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Provide the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) with a preliminary updated statewide wetland mapping using a deep learning predictive model in a geographic information system (GIS) | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - USEPA Programmatic Projects (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs. | |
| Natural and Working Lands+ Climate Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies The Illinois Department of Natural Resources proposes to expand on an exploratory collaboration with the US Climate Alliance and the UIUC Land-use Evolution and impact Assessment Modeling (LEAM) Lab. | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - USEPA 2026 GLRI Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs. | |
| Natural and Working Lands+ Climate Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies The Illinois Department of Natural Resources proposes to expand on an exploratory collaboration with the US Climate Alliance and the UIUC Land-use Evolution and impact Assessment Modeling (LEAM) Lab. | |
| Line Item - Operational Grant (FY27) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Grant programs as defined within the annual appropriation bill (Public Act) including Member Initiatives. | |
| 2025 NOAA Interjurisdictictional Fisheries Act of 1986 - Research: Management of Interjurisdictional Fisheries Resources Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Assist in research of fish activities, surveys and monitoring in interjurisdictional waterways. | |
| Invasive Carp Management Control in IL Waterway GLRI (CAFWS-183) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes. | |
| Invasive Carp Management Control in IL Waterway GLRI (FY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes. |
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About environmental grants in Illinois
Environmental grants fund a wide range of work, from pollution reduction and climate resilience to habitat restoration and community stewardship. Major federal sources include the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, while private funders such as the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and family and community foundations support nonprofit-led efforts. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, tribes, schools, and state and local governments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for environmental projects?
Funding spans pollution prevention, climate and energy, conservation, water quality, environmental justice, and education. Federal agencies like the EPA and USDA run competitive grant programs, and many flow through intermediaries such as the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. Most programs fund specific project work rather than general operating costs, so it helps to match your project to a program's stated priorities.
Who funds environmental nonprofits?
Federal agencies including the EPA, USDA/NRCS, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, NOAA, and the U.S. Forest Service are core public funders. On the private side, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is one of the largest conservation grantmakers, and national, regional, and community foundations also support environmental causes. State environmental agencies frequently re-grant federal dollars as well.
How do I find environmental grants that fit my organization?
Start by defining your project scope, geography, and the population or ecosystem you serve, then search federal opportunities on Grants.gov alongside foundation databases. Read each funder's eligibility and priority areas closely before applying, since environmental programs are often narrowly targeted. Aligning your proposal to a funder's specific goals is usually more effective than applying broadly.
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