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Grants for Nonprofits - Natural Resources

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Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program
$10,000,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 4, 2025

This program provides funding to California dealers for innovative projects that improve beverage container recycling through the installation of reverse vending machines and other redemption options.

Environment
Nonprofits
Accelerating Wood Fiber Utilization through Business and Project Development Assistance
$1,000,000
The U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities
Private

Application Deadline

May 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 30, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to develop innovative solutions for utilizing underused wood fiber, supporting rural economies and forest health.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation on School Safety
$3,600,000
U.S. Department of Justice (National Institute of Justice)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 3, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for non-federal entities to conduct long-term monitoring and analysis of phytoplankton and chlorophyll-a in the Great Lakes, helping to assess ecosystem health and inform environmental management decisions.

Environment
State governments
Fisheries Restoration Grant Program
$2,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 4, 2026

Date Added

Jan 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state and local agencies, Native American Tribes, and nonprofit organizations to restore and protect salmon and steelhead habitats across California.

Natural Resources
State governments
Urban Greening Grant Program
$5,000,000
California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 4, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This program provides funding to public and nonprofit entities for projects that create green spaces and implement nature-based solutions to combat extreme heat in urban communities across California.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Recreational Trails Program
$2,000,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
State

Application Deadline

May 28, 2026

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to government agencies and nonprofit organizations in Florida for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and related facilities to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Drought Emergency: Protecting Salmon
$100,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that restore and protect salmon habitats in the Klamath River Watershed, specifically targeting collaboration with local Tribes and landowners to enhance resilience against drought and climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
Source Water Protection Local Assistance Grant Program
$250,000
Washington State Department of Health
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 16, 2026

This program provides funding to support projects that protect drinking water sources in Washington State, targeting nonprofit water systems, tribal governments, local governments, and other eligible partners working to enhance water quality and reduce contamination risks.

Environment
Nonprofits
Growing Greener Plus Grant
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides funding for projects that enhance and protect Pennsylvania's water resources, focusing on watershed restoration, stormwater management, and addressing abandoned mine drainage, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
EJ Community Impact Grant Program Round 13
$7,000,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 19, 2026

This program provides funding to community-based organizations in New York State to tackle environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved areas.

Environment
Nonprofits
Thornton S. Glide, Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation Grants
$50,000
Thornton S. Glide, Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations in the U.S., particularly in California, to acquire capital assets for projects focused on animal protection, wildlife conservation, agriculture, environmental preservation, and the arts.

Animal Welfare
Nonprofits
Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Rural Development)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 27, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to rural communities, local governments, and nonprofit organizations to develop and improve essential water and waste management infrastructure for populations of 10,000 or fewer residents.

Infrastructure
State governments
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Grant
Contact for amount
Yamaha Motor Corp
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Dec 18, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in the U.S. to promote and enhance responsible outdoor recreation access, particularly for off-highway vehicle use and related environmental stewardship projects.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Conservation Partnership Grant
Contact for amount
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 13, 2026

Date Added

Apr 18, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations focused on land conservation to help them acquire and protect land for public use and ecological sustainability in Massachusetts.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
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
City of Portland PCEF Community Grant
$5,000,000
Oregon City of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (PCEF)
Local

Application Deadline

May 27, 2026

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Portland and the surrounding area to implement projects that combat climate change while promoting racial and social equity, particularly benefiting low-income communities and communities of color.

Environment
Nonprofits
Colcom Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Colcom Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This grant provides funding for collaborative projects between arts organizations and non-arts organizations in the Southern U.S. to creatively address health and wellness challenges in their communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Export Controls and Investment Screening for Critical Minerals Supply Chain
$5,409,250
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 20, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a variety of organizations working to strengthen global supply chains for critical minerals by enhancing export controls and investment screening to protect national security interests.

International Development
Nonprofits
Preservation Austin Grant Program
$10,000
Preservation Austin
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 8, 2026

This program provides financial support to individuals, nonprofit organizations, and neighborhood groups in Austin for projects that preserve and interpret the city's historic places.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Charitable Contributions Fund (CCF) Grant Program
$10,000
Farm Credit of the Virginias
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 17, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit and community organizations that enhance agriculture and rural life in Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland through various initiatives like education, food security, and mental health support.

Agriculture
Nonprofits