RNRF Implementation/Collaboration Grants

The RNRF Implementation/Collaboration Grants support innovative projects that enhance collaboration among stakeholders to address critical challenges in environmental, social, and economic systems. Offering up to $200,000 for initiatives lasting 12 months or more, these grants aim to implement evidence-based practices and facilitate multidisciplinary teamwork. Eligible applicants must be from 501c3 organizations in the U.S., ensuring alignment with RNRF's mission and focus areas, fostering sustainable and impactful outcomes.

RNRF Grant Program
The RNRF grant program is designed to support projects that advance the mission of RNRF and its member organizations. Below, you'll find detailed information about the purpose of our grants, the types of grants we offer, eligibility requirements, and the guiding principles.
Purpose of the Grants
The RNRF Grant Program aims to fund initiatives that foster collaboration and bridge the gap between research, evidence-based practices, and implementation. Our goal is to support projects that engage community partners and stakeholders, and contribute to the interconnected environmental, social, and economic systems. By providing these grants, we hope to advance the mission of RNRF and its member organizations, ensuring sustainable and impactful outcomes.
Focus Areas
Eligible projects must address at least one of the following focus areas:
Air Quality & Atmospheric SciencesEcosystem and Biodiversity ConservationEcosystem, Soil, and Land RemediationRecycling, Circular Materials and Waste SystemsRegenerative Agriculture and Soil HealthRenewable Energy and Sustainable InfrastructureWater Quantity and Quality
Implementation/Collaboration Grants provide up to $200,000 for projects lasting 12 months or more. These grants support the implementation of research and evidence-based practices and encourage collaboration.

Eligibility

To be eligible for an RNRF grant, applicants must meet the following requirements:The lead applicant must be from a 501c3 organization incorporated in the United States.Projects must demonstrate multidisciplinary collaboration. Collaborations must be multidisciplinary in nature, bringing together expertise from different fields to address challenges in natural renewable resources.Implementation/Collaboration Grants Must include at least three multidisciplinary collaborators included in carrying out the project. At the time of the application, the prime applicant must identify at least one collaborating entity and include a statement of intent from the collaborating entitysThe proposed project must align with the mission of RNRF and one or more RNRF Member organizations.The proposed project must align with one or more of the Guiding Principles and Focus areas.At least one collaborating partner must be a member of a RNRF Member organization.The individual must be the lead or a co-lead of the project.Duration: The proposed project should be completed within the grant period described for each grant type.All grant funded activities must begin between: 1/1/2026 – 3/1/2026