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2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program
$75,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 1, 2028

Date Added

Apr 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that enhance marine education, workforce development, and sustainability initiatives in Alaska's coastal communities.

Workforce Development
Individuals
Appalachian Regional Commission Grant Program
$1,000,000
Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 18, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, nonprofits, and educational or healthcare organizations in Georgia's Appalachian region for community and economic development projects that align with strategic goals and investment priorities.

Community Development
City or township governments
ERDC Broad Agency Announcement
$999,999,999
U.S. Department of Defense (Engineer Research and Development Center)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 1, 2027

Date Added

Jan 5, 2026

This funding opportunity supports innovative research and development projects in various scientific and engineering fields, particularly those that align with military and civil missions, and encourages collaboration among universities, non-profits, and small businesses, including participation from minority institutions.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Riverine Stewardship Program
$13,000,000
California Department of Water Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that improve water quality and supply, restore aquatic habitats, and enhance ecosystem functions, particularly benefiting native fish populations and promoting public-private partnerships.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
City or township governments
Nonhighway and Off Road Vehicle Activities
$250,000
Washington Recreation and Conservation Office
State

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

Date Added

Dec 11, 2023

This grant provides funding to public agencies and nonprofit organizations for the development and maintenance of outdoor recreational activities that utilize nonhighway access, such as trails and parks.

Recreation
City or township governments
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
Grassroots Communities Mining Mini-Grant Program
$4,000
Western Mining Action Network
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 8, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to grassroots organizations and Indigenous communities in the U.S. and Canada to address the environmental, health, and cultural impacts of mining activities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Rainforest Reporting Grant
Contact for amount
Pulitzer Center
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This grant provides financial support for journalists to undertake impactful reporting on critical environmental and social issues affecting tropical rainforests in the Amazon, Central Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Environment
Individuals
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
State Park And Forest Heritage Trust Fund Grant Program For Friends Groups
$30,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 8, 2023

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit Friends Groups dedicated to maintaining and operating Wisconsin's state parks, forests, trails, and recreation areas.

Recreation
Nonprofits
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