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Grants for Nonprofits - Natural Resources

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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
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
Virginia Non-Competitive Litter Prevention and Recycling Grant
$2,821,681
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides funding to Virginia local governments for litter prevention and recycling initiatives, including educational campaigns and community cleanups.

Environment
City or township governments
Dworshak Natural Resource Training and Education
$36,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Walla Walla District)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 30, 2026

Date Added

May 1, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and public entities to create hands-on outdoor education and workforce training programs focused on natural resource management for young adults aged 16 and older.

Natural Resources
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
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
FY2025 FY2026 Historic Preservation Fund - Semiquincentennial Grants
$750,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (National Park Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the preservation of historic sites related to the early history of the United States, targeting public and nonprofit organizations involved in cultural heritage projects.

Natural Resources
State governments
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
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
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
Vince Dooley Battlefield Trust Fund Program
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GADNR)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 18, 2026

This program provides matching funds to nonprofit organizations and state agencies in Georgia for the acquisition and protection of historically significant battlefield lands associated with the Civil War, Revolutionary War, and War of 1812.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
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
Klamath Basin Audubon Society Grants
$2,500
Klamath Basin Audubon Society
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This grant provides funding to local individuals and nonprofit groups for projects that promote community engagement with the area's natural resources, particularly focusing on birds and wildlife.

Environment
Nonprofits
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Eligibility Handbook
Contact for amount
Georgia Environmental Protection Agency
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 10, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to public and nonprofit water systems in Georgia for infrastructure projects that improve drinking water quality and safety, particularly for those addressing health violations and emerging contaminants.

Health
State governments
Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Program
$6,087,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 14, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that enhance climate resilience, protect wildlife habitats, and improve water management in California's communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Regenerate New York 2026 - Large Projects
$1,000,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

Jan 17, 2026

This grant provides financial support to private landowners, non-profits, and Indian Nations in rural New York to promote forest regeneration and health through sustainable management practices.

Natural Resources
Individuals
U.S. Mission Public Diplomacy Grants Program Cook Islands Niue
$50,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to New Zealand)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and community groups to implement projects that enhance maritime cooperation, economic ties, and regional security in the Cook Islands and Niue.

International Development
Nonprofits
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