Grants for State governments - Environment

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California public agencies for projects that address shoreline erosion and enhance coastal restoration efforts.

This opportunity provides access to valuable biospecimens from a major study on brain development in children, aimed at researchers investigating adolescent health across various institutions and organizations.

This grant provides funding to support early-career researchers from diverse backgrounds in developing independent careers focused on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias through mentored training and research opportunities.

This program provides funding to universities, agricultural agencies, and non-profit organizations to develop and distribute disease-free plant materials, ensuring the health of U.S. specialty crops and enhancing agricultural competitiveness.

The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) was established by Congress in 1964 to fulfill a bipartisan commitment to safeguard our natural areas, water resources and cultural heritage, and to provide recreation opportunities to all Americans. Using zero taxpayer dollars, the LWCF invests earnings from offshore oil and gas leasing to help strengthen communities, preserve our history and protect our national endowment of lands and waters. The LWCF program is divided into the "State Side" which provides grants to State and local governments, and the "Federal Side" which is used to acquire lands, waters, and interests therein necessary to achieve the natural, cultural, wildlife, and recreation management objectives of federal land management agencies.

This grant provides funding to Connecticut communities for projects that increase urban tree cover and improve environmental sustainability, particularly in underserved areas.

The "Vermont NRCS FY24 Conservation Solutions Through Strategic Partnerships Announcement for Funding" is a funding opportunity by the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service, offering up to $1.2 million to local governments, tribal governments, non-profits, and educational institutions in Vermont for projects that enhance natural resource management, increase conservation delivery, and support climate-smart agriculture and forestry through strategic partnerships.

The Grist Fellowship Program is a paid opportunity aimed at early-career journalists passionate about environmental issues. This program offers participants the chance to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced national news environment while building expertise in climate and environmental journalism. Fellows work full-time for one year, honing essential skills and engaging with leading thinkers in sustainability and climate science. The fellowship positions participants for successful careers in media, with alumni securing roles at prestigious outlets such as The Atlantic, Politico, The Verge, and others. For the 2025–2026 cycle, applications are open until January 21, 2025. Grist is offering fellowships in three specialized areas: Climate News, Climate Solutions, and Indigenous Affairs. Each fellowship includes specific training and responsibilities, and additional details about the roles, compensation, and application process can be accessed on the Grist website. The program runs from May 2025 to April 2026. Fellows gain invaluable training and real-world journalism experience, developing their ability to report on complex environmental issues and contribute meaningfully to the public conversation about sustainability and climate solutions.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, universities, and government entities in developing innovative solutions to overcome barriers to implementing Natural Climate Solutions for climate mitigation.

This program provides funding to individuals, local governments, and businesses in Texas to replace or upgrade older vehicles and equipment to reduce harmful nitrogen oxide emissions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects aimed at reducing nonpoint source pollution in Pennsylvania's waterways, targeting organizations like watershed associations, municipalities, and conservation districts to implement effective water quality improvement strategies.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, nonprofits, and tribes in New York State for developing tree inventories and management plans to enhance urban forestry and community well-being.

This program provides funding to support the maintenance and improvement of winter trail infrastructure for snowmobiling in Colorado, benefiting local snowmobile clubs, trail organizations, and agencies involved in winter recreation.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, public service entities, and government agencies serving the residents of Orcas Island, Washington, to enhance community-driven projects during the holiday season.

This program provides funding to government agencies and nonprofit organizations for the maintenance, development, and ecological restoration of publicly accessible off-road vehicle trails in Michigan.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Fayette County, Iowa, to support community projects that enhance quality of life in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental welfare.

This program provides financial support to local organizations, climbers, and agencies working to protect and improve climbing areas across the United States.

This funding opportunity supports local governments, nonprofits, and other organizations in Colorado to create and strengthen partnerships that promote sustainable outdoor recreation and conservation efforts across the state.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public entities for innovative projects that improve the quality of life for residents in Onondaga and Madison counties, focusing on areas such as arts, education, health, and the environment.

This program provides funding to Maryland local governments, nonprofits, and businesses for planning and implementing energy resilience projects, particularly in low- and moderate-income communities, to enhance energy reliability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.