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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Environment

Explore 901 grant opportunities

Nonpoint Source Grant Program
$1,500,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve water quality in North Carolina by addressing pollution from sources like stormwater and agricultural runoff, targeting both impaired and at-risk waterbodies.

Environment
City or township governments
Nature-Based Education Grants
$200,000
Elmina B. Sewall Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Maine that provide equitable access to nature-based education, particularly those led by historically underrepresented groups, to foster community well-being and environmental stewardship.

Education
Nonprofits
Nature-Based Approaches for Concentrate and Salinity Management
$250,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research on using constructed wetlands to effectively manage reverse osmosis concentrate and salinity, targeting researchers, academic institutions, and organizations focused on water treatment solutions.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
SHIFT – Transformative Change and Indigenous Arts Program
$100,000
Native Arts and Cultures Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This program provides $100,000 in funding to Native artists and curators for innovative projects that promote social change and cultural resilience in Indigenous communities.

Arts
Nonprofits
Agrivoltaics Research Grant
$150,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 21, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects that combine solar energy systems with agricultural practices in Colorado, targeting a wide range of eligible applicants including governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and individual farmers.

Community Development
State governments
Community Climate Action Grant Program
$267,750
Orange County North Carolina
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 12, 2024

This program provides funding to public entities, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses in Orange County, North Carolina, to implement innovative projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience for local communities.

Environment
County governments
Maternal & Infant Health Grant
$300,000
Michigan Health Endowment Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 27, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community-led projects in Michigan that aim to improve maternal and infant health outcomes by addressing systemic barriers and promoting equitable access to care.

Health
Nonprofits
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$1,500,000
Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 3, 2024

This program provides funding to Texas agencies, universities, and organizations to improve the competitiveness of the state's specialty crop industry through innovative projects that benefit the broader community.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Business and Workforce Development Grant
$3,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2026

This funding opportunity supports businesses and organizations in California focused on developing wood products and enhancing workforce capacity in forestry-related sectors to promote sustainable economic growth and forest health, particularly in disadvantaged communities.

Workforce Development
City or township governments
Charles County Tree Planting Program
$20,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

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
Pennsylvania Native Plant Society (PNPS) Grant Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Native Plant Society
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2026

This grant provides financial support for projects that promote the conservation and appreciation of native plants in Pennsylvania, targeting volunteer organizations, students, educators, and artists engaged in related initiatives.

Environment
Individuals
Illinois Specialty Crop Block Grant
$75,000
Illinois Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the specialty crop sector in Illinois, benefiting a wide range of organizations, including nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions, by promoting marketing, research, and access to fruits, vegetables, and other specialty crops.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Community Investment Grant
$60,000
Midland Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities that serve residents of Midland County, focusing on projects that promote equity and address community needs in areas like economic development, health services, education, and the arts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Discretionary Grants
$80,000
Maine Cancer Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Maine that implement evidence-based cancer prevention programs targeting underserved communities and addressing key health risk factors.

Infrastructure
County governments
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$75,000
Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 1, 2026

This program provides funding to various stakeholders in Delaware's agricultural sector to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops through initiatives that benefit the industry as a whole.

Agriculture
Individuals
Wild Wonder Micro Grant Program
$1,250
Wild Wonder Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This grant provides funding for individuals and organizations to promote nature journaling projects that engage and educate underserved communities, fostering a deeper connection to the environment through art and science.

Education
Individuals
Oregon Conservation & Recreation Fund
$25,000
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance conservation and outdoor recreation in Oregon, particularly those addressing drought impacts, and is open to a variety of eligible organizations, including tribes, nonprofits, and local governments.

Environment
Nonprofits
Frankenthaler Climate Initiative – Technical Assistance Grants
$50,000
Helen Frankenthaler Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 16, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit visual arts organizations to help them implement energy efficiency projects after completing initial assessments.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wildlife Research Program
$1,000,000
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to universities, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations for research projects that enhance the conservation and management of native bird and mammal populations in Texas.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Solar District Cup
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Energy (National Renewable Energy Laboratory)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 24, 2025

This competition invites multidisciplinary student teams from U.S. colleges and universities to design and model innovative solar energy systems for specific districts or campuses, fostering real-world learning and skills in renewable energy development.

Energy
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education