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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
OIA Coral Reef Initiative and Natural Resources (CRNR) Program 2026
$2,800,000
U.S. Department of the Interior
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 8, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that protect and sustainably manage coral reefs and natural resources in U.S. insular areas, benefiting local economies and ecosystems.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Desert Southwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit
$499,550
U.S. Department of the Interior (Geological Survey)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 14, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations within the Desert Southwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit to develop innovative remote sensing technologies that improve the management and understanding of dryland ecosystems in the southwestern United States.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Joint Venture Habitat Restoration and Protection
$300,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 6, 2026

Date Added

May 7, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for habitat protection and restoration projects in the Great Lakes region, targeting organizations and governments dedicated to conserving native wildlife and ecosystems, particularly migratory birds.

Environment
State governments
Environmental Grant Program
$25,000
St. Croix Valley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 5, 2026

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and public entities in the St. Croix Valley region to support environmental stewardship, education, and access to natural spaces.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Orphan or Abandoned Well Plugging Grant Program
$1,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities, nonprofits, and other organizations in Pennsylvania for the cleanup and sealing of orphaned or abandoned oil and gas wells to protect public health and the environment.

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
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$50,000
Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

May 28, 2026

Date Added

Oct 28, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to individuals and organizations in Missouri to improve the competitiveness of specialty crops through projects that enhance food safety, research, and sustainability practices.

Agriculture
Individuals
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
Harmful Algal Bloom Innovation Challenge: Toxin Detection in Seafood
$250,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 16, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S. institutions and organizations to develop innovative and cost-effective technologies for detecting harmful algal bloom toxins in seafood, enhancing public health and seafood safety.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wildlife Habitat Grant Program
$500,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 25, 2026

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This program provides funding to conservation organizations in Michigan for projects that enhance and develop wildlife habitats, particularly for species identified in the State Wildlife Action Plan.

Natural Resources
City or township 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
Open Ocean Research Grant Program
$20,000
Global Fishing Watch
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers and small teams working on innovative projects that utilize Global Fishing Watch data to improve ocean conservation and fisheries management worldwide.

Environment
Individuals
AFCEC Land Management Mapping for CONUS/Europe/PACAF Air Force Installations
$59,332,041
U.S. Department of Defense (Fort Worth District)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Apr 24, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to support organizations involved in environmental conservation and land management by providing resources for geospatial data collection and analysis across U.S. Air Force installations in the continental U.S., Europe, and the Pacific.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP)
$500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Farm Service Agency)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to private forestland owners for restoring trees and forest resources damaged by natural disasters, helping to protect soil, water, and wildlife habitats.

Natural Resources
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Feasibility Awards
$20,000
Rainforest Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2025

This funding opportunity assists conservation organizations in tropical and subtropical regions to assess and strengthen plans for creating or expanding protected areas, ensuring the preservation of biodiversity and carbon storage.

Environment
Nonprofits
Statewide Environmental Assistance Grants
$150,000
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 9, 2026

Date Added

Apr 6, 2026

This program provides financial support to Minnesota organizations for projects that promote material reuse and reduce toxic chemicals in hair products, enhancing environmental sustainability and public health.

Environment
Nonprofits
U.S.-Argentina Lithium Tech Transparency Initiative
$100,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Argentina)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Apr 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and governmental entities to enhance transparency and technical knowledge in Argentina's lithium sector through workshops and training programs.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits