Environmental Education Grants in Illinois
Last updated October 12, 2026
There are 10 active environmental education grants tagged to Illinois, part of 902 active environmental education grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Youth and Young Adult Conservation Education Program (FY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Funding to establish the Youth and Young Adult Conservation and Education Pilot Program to provide education and employment opportunities for the youth and young adults of this State to further the development and maintenance of the… | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - BIL 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. | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - Programmatic Projects (FY25) 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. | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - NOAA 26 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. | |
| Forest Health Management Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Collection of data that is utilized to analyze and report on the condition and disease problems that affect Illinois trees and forests. | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - USEPA 22-11 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. | |
| 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. | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - USEPA 2025 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. | |
| UCF - Urban and Community Forestry Program (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Technical and financial assistance to the state’s communities on the management of their trees and other related natural resources. https://dnr.illinois.gov/conservation/forestry.html https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/urban-forests/ucf… | |
| CMP - Coastal Management Program - IRA 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. |
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About environmental education grants in Illinois
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
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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