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Grants for County governments - Natural Resources

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Title XVI Water Reclamation and Reuse Projects
$40,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Reclamation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 26, 2027

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to states, tribes, and local water authorities in the western U.S. to develop projects that treat wastewater for reuse, enhancing water supply and sustainability.

Environment
State governments
County-wide and Regional Funding Program
Contact for amount
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to counties and their partners to develop proactive solutions for drinking water issues affecting households served by small and domestic wells, particularly in response to drought and contamination challenges.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Youth Conservation Corps Grant Program
$225,000
New Mexico Youth Conservation Corps Commission
State

Application Deadline

Sep 23, 2026

Date Added

Jul 27, 2026

This funding opportunity supports projects that employ New Mexico youth aged 14 to 25 in conservation and community improvement efforts, providing job training and public benefits while enhancing natural resources and community infrastructure.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Regional Water Implementation - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
$2,000,000
Kansas Department of Commerce (CDBG)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Jul 16, 2025

This program provides funding to rural Kansas cities and counties for improving water infrastructure through collaborative projects that consolidate multiple water systems.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant
Contact for amount
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This program provides funding to Native American tribes, counties, cities, and special districts to acquire and position oil spill response equipment to safeguard local economic and environmental resources near state waters.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
Oklahoma Habitat Enhancement Partnership Program
$5,000
Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 10, 2026

This program provides funding to enhance fishing habitats in publicly accessible reservoirs under 4,000 acres, supporting local communities and improving recreational fishing opportunities.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Protect Community Forests for Community Resiliency Grant
$1,700,000
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

Date Added

Jul 22, 2026

This grant provides funding to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, schools, and local governments to manage and enhance community forests, addressing the challenges posed by emerald ash borer infestations and promoting long-term ecological resilience.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Timber for Transit Program
$5,000,000
Northern Border Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This program provides funding for applied research and demonstration projects that utilize advanced wood materials in transportation infrastructure, prioritizing initiatives that enhance resilience to extreme weather and support economically distressed communities.

Transportation
State governments
Keep Maryland Beautiful Grant Program
$10,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community organizations in Maryland with projects that promote environmental stewardship, civic engagement, and local solutions to environmental issues through activities like clean-ups, education, and tree planting.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wisconsin Assessment Monies (WAM) Brownfield Assessment Grant Program
$75,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2027

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This program provides funding to local governments and eligible organizations in Wisconsin to conduct environmental assessments of brownfield sites, facilitating their redevelopment and revitalization.

Environment
City or township governments
Heritage Partnership Program
$380,000
Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 1, 2026

This program provides funding for conservation and recreational projects in Arizona, aimed at governmental agencies, Indian tribes, and eligible non-profit organizations focused on wildlife and habitat preservation.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative: Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Forest Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 8, 2026

Date Added

Jul 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for federally recognized Indian Tribes, local governments, and nonprofit organizations to acquire and permanently conserve private forest lands in Wisconsin and Michigan, promoting public access and environmental protection.

Natural Resources
Native American tribal organizations
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
Proposition 1 Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program
$23,115,663
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2024

This funding program provides financial support for projects that improve water quality and restore ecosystems in California's Delta region, benefiting local communities and the environment.

Environment
Nonprofits
Proposition 68 Grant Program
$4,000,000
California Tahoe Conservancy
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 5, 2024

This funding provides financial support for projects that restore natural resources, enhance public access to outdoor recreation, and promote community resilience against wildfires in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
Overflow Sewer Grants and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants Program
Contact for amount
New Mexico Environment Department Construction Programs Bureau
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2024

This program provides 100% funding to New Mexico municipalities for projects that improve clean water infrastructure, such as wastewater treatment and stormwater management systems.

Environment
City or township governments
DARRP Restoration Implementation Grants (2026)
$100,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for institutions and organizations to implement marine and coastal habitat restoration projects aimed at addressing damages from oil spills and hazardous substance releases.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Conservation Futures Program
$9,000,000
Snohomish County
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 18, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for acquiring land or property rights to preserve open spaces, agricultural land, and timber resources for public benefit in Snohomish County.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Valley Creek Trustee Council Restoration Fund
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 4, 2026

This grant provides funding to local governments, conservation organizations, and educational institutions for projects that restore and enhance the natural resources and recreational opportunities in the Valley Creek watershed in Pennsylvania.

Environment
County governments
Special Evaluation Assistance for Rural Communities and Households (SEARCH) Grant
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Rural Development)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to very small, struggling rural communities in Alabama for essential planning and feasibility studies related to water and waste disposal projects.

Information and Statistics
Nonprofits