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FY 2026 Continuation of Solicitation for the Office of Science Financial Assistance Program
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Office of Science)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of fundamental scientific research projects across various disciplines, including energy, environment, and national security, aimed at advancing knowledge and innovation in the United States.

Science and Technology
Individuals
Research and Development of Naval Power and Energy Systems (N00024-19-R-4145 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA))
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Department of the Navy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 6, 2028

Date Added

Aug 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects from industry and academia to improve naval shipboard power and energy systems, focusing on efficiency, resilience, and advanced technologies.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Heating Oil Loan and Grant Program
$75,000
Washington State Pollution Liability Insurance Agency (PLIA)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 18, 2026

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to homeowners and property owners in Washington State for the cleanup and replacement of aging heating oil tanks to prevent environmental contamination and protect public health.

Environment
Individuals
Prevention, Control, and Mitigation of Harmful Algal Blooms Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 9, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S.-based researchers and organizations to develop and implement innovative technologies and strategies that prevent, control, or mitigate the impacts of harmful algal blooms on public health and coastal economies.

Environment
Nonprofits
Advancing Forest Markets Grant Program
$12,000,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 5, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This program provides funding to a wide range of organizations and individuals in New York State to strengthen the forest products economy, expand tree planting efforts, and enhance market systems for sustainable forestry.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Biological Technologies
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (DARPA - Biological Technologies Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 2, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects that utilize biological technologies to enhance U.S. national security, targeting a wide range of applicants including nonprofits, educational institutions, and businesses.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Ocean Technology and Interdisciplinary Coordination
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 15, 2027

Date Added

Mar 5, 2025

This program provides funding for researchers to develop innovative oceanographic technologies and improve interdisciplinary collaboration in ocean science.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Charge Ahead Colorado
$40,000
Colorado Energy Office (CEO)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This program provides funding to various organizations, including nonprofits and government entities, to install electric vehicle charging stations in communities across Colorado, with a focus on improving access in underserved areas.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Tree Market Boost & Revitalization Program 2026
$46,200,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 5, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a diverse range of applicants, including businesses, nonprofits, and government entities, to enhance tree production, distribution, and workforce capacity, ultimately promoting environmental sustainability and climate resilience in New York State.

Environment
Small businesses
Private Dam Financial Assurance Program (PDFAP)
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans to owners of regulated private dams in Pennsylvania to help them meet financial responsibility requirements for maintenance, repair, and safety improvements.

Environment
Individuals
Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants
$80,000
New Hampshire State Parks
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations and municipalities in New Hampshire for the construction, maintenance, and development of recreational trails for both motorized and non-motorized activities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Inland Wetlands Conservation
Contact for amount
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This program provides funding to public and private landowners in California's Central Valley for projects that conserve and restore wetlands and habitats to support various bird populations.

Environment
State governments
Environmental Engineering
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects that aim to reduce pollution and improve environmental and human health through interdisciplinary approaches in environmental engineering.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Chemical Process Systems (CPS)
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 27, 2026

This program provides funding for researchers and organizations to advance innovative chemical and biochemical processes that improve efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in manufacturing, energy, and environmental applications.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Open Topics Broad Agency Announcement
$10,000,000
Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This funding opportunity supports private sector organizations, including small businesses and nonprofits, in developing innovative environmental technologies and methods to enhance military readiness and resilience for the U.S. Department of Defense.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF)
Contact for amount
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans to states and eligible entities for various water quality improvement projects, including wastewater treatment and stormwater management, to enhance public health and environmental sustainability.

Environment
Nonprofits
Dark Sky Grant Program
$500
Village of Westmont Environmental Improvement Committee
Local

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This program provides funding to residents and businesses in Westmont, Illinois, for home and property improvements that promote responsible lighting practices to reduce light pollution and enhance nighttime visibility.

Environment
Individuals
Highway Beautification Grant
$300,000
Maui County
Local

Application Deadline

May 22, 2026

Date Added

Apr 30, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit and for-profit organizations in Maui County that aim to improve the visual and environmental quality of roadways by addressing roadside pollution and enhancing public spaces.

Environment
Nonprofits
NARMS Cooperative Agreement Program to Strengthen Antibiotic Resistance Surveillance in Retail Food Specimens
$200,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Food and Drug Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2027

Date Added

Jul 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational institutions, nonprofits, and government entities to enhance surveillance of antibiotic resistance in bacteria found in retail food, particularly raw meats and seafood.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Summer Research Education Experience Program (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$125,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 17, 2027

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This grant provides financial support for summer research programs designed to engage high school and undergraduate students, as well as science teachers, in hands-on biomedical and behavioral research experiences to inspire future careers in these fields.

Education
State governments