Environmental Grants in Minnesota
Last updated September 29, 2026
There are 5 active environmental grants tagged to Minnesota, part of 2,116 active environmental grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources · State Rolling · Varies The function of the LCCMR (formerly LCMR) is to make funding recommendations to the legislature for special environment and natural resource projects, primarily from the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund. | |
| Pollution Control Agency - Grants Pollution Control Agency · State Rolling · Varies The Pollution Control Agency offers a variety of grants for: Environmental assistance, Program development and implementation technical assistance, Recycling Market Development, Prevention of Wasted Food and Food Rescue, Climate… | |
| Department of Transportation - Sustainability and Public Health Transportation Department · State Rolling · Varies MnDOT’s Office of Sustainability and Public Health coordinates state and federal programs aimed at maximizing the health of communities, the environment, and our economy. | |
| Office of Grants Management: Competitive Grant Opportunities Administration Department · State Rolling · Varies The Department of Administration posts opportunities for competitive grants throughout each fiscal year. These competitive grants are awarded through an application process to applicants that most closely meet the selection criteria. | |
| Department of Natural Resources - Grants Natural Resources Department · State Rolling · Varies The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offers a wide variety of grant programs to cities, counties, townships, non-profits, schools, private individuals and others. |
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About environmental grants in Minnesota
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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