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Grants for Nonprofits - Natural Resources

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New England Biolabs Foundation (NEBF) Grant
$15,000
New England Biolabs Foundation (NEBF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations engaged in scientific research and education that align with the foundation's mission, requiring an initial Letter of Inquiry for consideration.

Environment
Nonprofits
Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program
$500,000
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 30, 2026

This program provides competitive funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Minnesota for projects that restore, protect, and enhance critical habitats to support wildlife and biodiversity.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Nature Based Climate Action Program
$50,000
The Lumpkin Family Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and educational institutions in East Central Illinois that implement nature-based projects to combat climate change and enhance biodiversity through ecological practices like tree planting and prairie restoration.

Environment
Nonprofits
Land Acquisition Grant Program
Contact for amount
Bergen County Department of Parks
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to Bergen County municipalities and qualified nonprofit organizations for acquiring land to preserve open spaces, protect floodplains, conserve farmland, and maintain historic sites.

Natural Resources
County governments
Recycling Business Development Grant
$75,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This grant provides funding to recycling businesses and nonprofit organizations in North Carolina to enhance their capacity and efficiency in diverting materials from the waste stream and creating jobs.

Environment
Nonprofits
Charles L. and Polly Anceney Gallatin Valley Fund
Contact for amount
Montana Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects in Gallatin Valley, Montana, focusing on biodiversity, habitat restoration, and sustainable resource management while honoring the land's historical significance and Indigenous connections.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
GJMBC Wraparound Supports Grant Program in Massachusetts
$100,000
Massachusetts Office of Workforce Development (OWD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This grant provides financial support to job training programs in Greater Boston, helping participants in healthcare, clean energy, and childcare sectors access essential wraparound services to ensure their success.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Community Investment Fund
$100,000
Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit projects that promote clean energy, innovative technology, and environmental stewardship for the benefit of Traverse City Light and Power customers.

Energy
Nonprofits
Hudson River Valley Greenway Conservancy Trail Grant
$250,000
New York State Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley (HRVG)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This grant provides funding to municipalities and non-profit organizations in New York's Hudson River Valley to develop, improve, and maintain trail systems that enhance public access to the river and promote environmental education and cultural preservation.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Funding Hubs for Resilience and ʻĀina Stewardship
$300,000
Hawaii University of Hawaiʻi
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 11, 2025

This grant provides funding to establish local hubs that will assist community organizations in Hawaii with managing projects focused on environmental resilience and stewardship.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Acquisition of Land or Conservation Easements Grant Program
Contact for amount
Prairie State Conservation Coalition (PSCC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Illinois for acquiring land or conservation easements to protect and enhance natural habitats and wildlife areas.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Historic Preservation Non-Capital Grant
$75,000
Maryland Historical Trust (MHT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments in Maryland for non-construction projects that research, document, and promote the state's historic and cultural resources.

Humanities
Nonprofits
High-Risk Research in Biological Anthropology and Archaeology
$35,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 23, 2019

This program provides funding for researchers in biological anthropology and archaeology to explore innovative and high-risk projects that could lead to significant scientific advancements.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Maryland Heritage Areas Program Grants
$100,000
Maryland Historical Trust (MHT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This program provides funding for projects that enhance Maryland's heritage and promote tourism within its certified heritage areas, supporting both nonprofit organizations and government entities in preserving local culture and boosting economic development.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Students to Stewards Grants
$2,500
Alabama Power Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2026

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This initiative provides funding to schools in Alabama with financial need to create outdoor learning spaces and enhance environmental education programs, fostering stewardship of the state's natural resources among students.

Environment
Independent school districts
Nonpoint Source Grant Program
$1,500,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve water quality in North Carolina by addressing pollution from sources like stormwater and agricultural runoff, targeting both impaired and at-risk waterbodies.

Environment
City or township governments
Virginia Land Conservation Foundation Grant
$5,200,000
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that aim to conserve Virginia's farmland, forestland, historic sites, natural areas, and open spaces.

Natural Resources
State governments
Yampa River Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Yampa River Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This grant provides financial support for projects that improve water security and restore the Yampa River ecosystem, targeting local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations involved in conservation and water management.

Environment
Nonprofits
Greenspace Equity Program Grant
Contact for amount
Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, land trusts, and nonprofits to create and improve public greenspaces in underserved communities across Maryland, enhancing public health and livability.

Environment
County governments
Dam Safety Grant Fund
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to owners of high hazard dams in North Carolina for rehabilitation projects addressing damage from Hurricane Helene, ensuring compliance with state safety standards.

Infrastructure
County governments