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Archeological Inventory Survey of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument (FLFO), Phase 2
$62,747
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 20, 2026

Date Added

Nov 21, 2025

This funding opportunity supports archaeological surveys and educational initiatives at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, targeting county governments, Native American tribes, and educational institutions to enhance the documentation and preservation of cultural resources.

Natural Resources
County governments
Mini Urban Trees Grant
$10,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community-driven tree planting projects in underserved urban areas of Maryland to improve environmental quality and promote equity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Charles County Tree Planting Program
$20,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2025

This program provides funding for tree planting projects in Charles County to improve the environment and community well-being, encouraging applications from diverse groups and promoting community involvement.

Environment
Individuals
Build Kansas Fund
$20,000,000
Kansas Infrastructure Hub (KIH)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2027

Date Added

Jul 15, 2025

This program provides matching funds to Kansas communities for transformative infrastructure projects in areas such as water, transportation, energy, and broadband, helping them secure federal funding.

Infrastructure
State governments
Climate Change and Human Health Seed Grants
$50,000
Burroughs Wellcome Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2026

Date Added

Nov 24, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and academic institutions in the U.S. and Canada to develop innovative projects that connect climate change and human health, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to address the health impacts of climate-related challenges.

Health
Nonprofits
Rainforest Reporting Grant
Contact for amount
Pulitzer Center
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This grant provides funding for journalists to undertake impactful reporting on critical environmental and social issues affecting tropical rainforests in the Amazon, Central Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Environment
Individuals
Research Interests of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Office of Scientific Research)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports fundamental scientific and engineering research that aligns with the needs of the U.S. Air Force and Space Force, targeting academic institutions, nonprofits, and businesses to foster innovations with potential military and industrial applications.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Great Lakes Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program
$40,000,000
Minneapolis Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Dec 9, 2024

This program provides $40 million in funding to support environmental and public health initiatives in underserved communities across the Great Lakes region, prioritizing tribal governments, small nonprofits, and local organizations addressing environmental challenges.

Environment
City or township governments
Alternative Fuel Foundation Grant
$500
Alternative Fuel Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This grant provides funding to K-12 schools, parent groups, and universities to develop programs that promote renewable energy, environmental sustainability, and community engagement.

Education
Nonprofits
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grant
$300,000
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2024

This grant provides funding and support to social enterprises that are ready to scale and create significant social or environmental change, focusing on organizations with proven impact and strong leadership.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
Propane Autogas Vehicle Inspection Grant Program
$7,500
Propane Education & Research Council
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 12, 2025

This grant provides financial support to U.S. educational institutions and career centers to enhance automotive training programs by integrating propane autogas technology and safety education.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Burn Center/Hospital Program
Contact for amount
Firefighters Charitable Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 17, 2023

This grant provides financial support to organizations for the treatment of burn victims and the purchase of necessary equipment to enhance care and safety in burn centers and hospitals across the nation.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Antarctic Research Not Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program Field Support
$60,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based researchers conducting Antarctic studies that do not require fieldwork, focusing on remote sensing, modeling, and laboratory analysis to enhance understanding of the region's environmental and global significance.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
GFO-24-612 - Depot Charging and Hydrogen Refueling Infrastructure for Medium- and Heavy-Duty On-Road Zero-Emission Vehicles
$4,000,000
California Energy Commission
State

Application Deadline

Dec 12, 2025

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the development of charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure for zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, targeting public entities, state agencies, and private organizations in California.

Energy
City or township governments
Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program Support for Fieldwork
$60,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based researchers and institutions to conduct fieldwork in Antarctica, focusing on projects that enhance our understanding of the region's environmental and scientific significance while ensuring inclusivity and environmental stewardship.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
National-Central Expanding Opportunities for Community Change
$350,000
Cultivating Healthy Environments – National-Central
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2027

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.

Environment
Nonprofits
Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuels and Environment
$20,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (FAA-COE-AJFE)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Nov 13, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to universities involved in a collaborative research initiative focused on developing sustainable aviation fuels and improving environmental practices in the aviation industry.

Science and Technology
Private institutions of higher education
The Rochester Garden Grants Program
$1,000
Rochester Public Works Department
Local

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 10, 2025

This program provides funding to residents, schools, and community organizations in Rochester, Minnesota, to create gardens that support pollinators and improve water management.

Environment
Nonprofits
Human-Environment and Geographical Sciences Program
$500,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 16, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2025

This grant provides funding for research that explores the interactions between human behavior and environmental processes, encouraging innovative projects from universities, non-profits, and government entities to advance geographical science and benefit society.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Prince George’s County Community Gardens Mini Grant
$9,500
Prince George’s County, Chesapeake Bay Trust
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports the creation and expansion of community gardens in Prince George’s County to improve food security, promote sustainable practices, and engage local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits