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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
F26AS00083 Aquatic Invasive Species Grants to Great Lakes States - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
$600,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Great Lakes state agencies for implementing strategies to combat aquatic invasive species and protect the region's ecosystems and economy.

Natural Resources
State governments
Forest Health Research Program — California Climate Investments
$900,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2026

This funding opportunity supports scientific research aimed at improving forest health and wildfire resilience in California, targeting universities, nonprofits, government agencies, and tribes involved in relevant ecological studies.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
LeRay McAllister Working Farm and Ranch Fund
Contact for amount
Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, state agencies, and qualified nonprofits in Utah to purchase conservation easements that protect agricultural lands from development while allowing continued farming activities.

Agriculture
State governments
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
Surry-Skiffes Creek Restricted Funds
$250,000
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 4, 2026

Date Added

Jun 18, 2026

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that protect historic properties and landscapes in the Jamestown Island-Hog Island-Captain John Smith Trail Historic District, targeting state agencies, local governments, recognized Virginia Indian Tribes, and nonprofit organizations focused on land preservation.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Long Term Research in Environmental Biology
$600,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports long-term research projects in evolutionary biology, ecology, and ecosystem science, specifically for U.S.-based educational institutions and nonprofit organizations that have already collected at least six years of core data.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Public Lands Stewardship Grants
Contact for amount
Hawaii County Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Commission (PONC)
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Hawaii for the stewardship and maintenance of publicly acquired lands, ensuring they remain accessible and preserved for community use and environmental conservation.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Joint Institute for Wood Products Innovation Grant, FY 2025-2026
$375,000
California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection (BOF)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This funding opportunity supports a variety of projects aimed at promoting sustainable forest management and innovation in wood products, targeting academic institutions, government agencies, nonprofits, and businesses in California.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
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
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Planning
$500,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding program provides financial assistance to small community water systems and public water systems serving disadvantaged communities to help them improve their drinking water infrastructure and ensure safe, clean water access.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Repurposing Closed Wood Products Facilities for Bioenergy Development Grant Program
$500,000
U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 6, 2026

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed for U.S.-based companies and organizations with expertise in energy and wood products to assess the feasibility of transforming closed manufacturing facilities into renewable bioenergy sites, supporting rural economic revitalization.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Amphibian Conservation Fund
$5,000
Stiftung Artenschutz
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2026

This funding opportunity supports small-scale conservation projects aimed at protecting threatened amphibian species and their habitats in eligible countries, with a focus on measurable positive impacts and community engagement.

Environment
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 Sustainability
$7,066,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 5, 2023

This program provides funding for researchers to develop innovative engineering solutions that promote environmental sustainability and balance human needs with ecological preservation, while also involving graduate students and integrating social sciences.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Capital Equipment Assistance Program
$150,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to Vermont farmers, custom operators, and non-profit organizations for purchasing innovative equipment that improves water quality and reduces agricultural waste runoff.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Pathways Program
$300,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado cities, counties, and conservation organizations in developing strategic initiatives that enhance outdoor spaces and promote equity in natural resource management.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
San Joaquin River Conservancy
$6,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity supports habitat restoration and public access projects across California, particularly benefiting historically underserved communities affected by environmental challenges.

Environment
Nonprofits
Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnerships Grants - Plan Development Grants
$50,000,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Jul 22, 2026

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports regional partnerships in Colorado that focus on conservation, outdoor recreation, and climate resilience, enabling diverse stakeholders to collaboratively develop and implement plans that enhance biodiversity and promote equitable access to outdoor spaces.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits