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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Natural Resources

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Coral Reef Stewardship Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, governments, and educational institutions for projects that enhance the health and resilience of coral reef ecosystems across U.S. territories.

Environment
Nonprofits
Alaska Sea Grant Biennial Research Call
$100,000
Alaska Sea Grant (University of Alaska Fairbanks)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This funding opportunity supports research and projects that enhance Alaska's marine and coastal ecosystems, focusing on collaboration among local universities, nonprofits, and Tribal entities to address community needs and promote sustainable practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Biodiversity Grants
$200,000
Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game (DFG)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2025

This program provides funding to various public and nonprofit entities in Massachusetts to support projects that enhance local biodiversity and promote sustainable ecosystems through 2026.

Environment
Nonprofits
3M PFAS Settlement Priority 2 Grant Program
$20,000,000
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 30, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public and nonprofit organizations for projects that restore and enhance aquatic ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and recreational opportunities in areas affected by PFAS contamination in Minnesota.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Bob Skiera Memorial Fund Building Bridges Initiative and John P. White Grant Program
$30,000
Tree Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This grant provides funding for research projects that promote collaboration between urban forestry professionals and other disciplines to highlight the benefits of trees and urban forests.

Environment
Nonprofits
Baseline Water Quality Data Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 5, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, educational institutions, and other eligible organizations to collect and analyze groundwater quality data in areas affected by natural gas drilling, ensuring informed environmental monitoring and resource protection.

Environment
County governments
Agricultural Clean Water Initiative Program
$4,000,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2026

This program provides funding to Vermont-based organizations and individuals to support projects that improve water quality on farms through education, technical assistance, and capacity building.

Environment
Nonprofits
Southern Plains Grassland Grant Program 2026
$400,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 13, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, ranchers, and community-led groups in the Southern Great Plains to restore grassland habitats and support sustainable ranching practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
California Watershed Protection Fund
$40,000
Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community-based projects in California that aim to improve water quality and protect watersheds, particularly in areas affected by environmental enforcement actions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Aquatic Invasive Species Research Grants
$100,000
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2026

This funding opportunity supports research projects by universities, nonprofits, and government entities to combat and manage harmful aquatic invasive species in Texas.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wild Resource Conservation Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This grant provides financial support for conservation projects focused on Pennsylvania's native wildlife, plants, and habitats, encouraging collaboration among local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.

Natural Resources
County governments
Fisheries Habitat Grant Program
$1,500,000
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local, state, federal, and tribal governments, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations in Michigan to conserve and restore fisheries habitats through various projects, including dam management and habitat improvement initiatives.

Natural Resources
State governments
Research and Development Grant Program
$200,000
Ohio Water Development Authority
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This funding program provides financial support for innovative research projects that improve water, wastewater, solid waste, and energy management systems in Ohio, targeting public agencies and educational institutions engaged in relevant research.

Environment
City or township governments
Large-scale Community Visions Grant Program
$10,000,000
Oregon Metro
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2026

This program provides funding for transformative projects that integrate natural environments into community development, focusing on ecological restoration while addressing housing, transportation, and workforce needs in the greater Portland area.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Nonpoint Source Program Grant
Contact for amount
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations and local governments in Texas to develop and implement strategies that reduce pollution from diffuse sources, helping to protect and restore water quality in various watersheds.

Environment
Nonprofits
Shasta Valley Program
$2,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2026

This grant provides funding for public and nonprofit organizations to implement conservation projects that improve water management and habitat for fish and wildlife in the Shasta River watershed of California.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Biodiversity Conservation Grant
$75,000
National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to enhance pollinator habitats on public lands across the United States, encouraging community involvement and education in biodiversity conservation efforts.

Environment
Nonprofits
CAL FIRE Wood Products and Bioenergy – Local Conservation Corps
$3,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2026

This grant provides funding to support California's forest-sector businesses and workforce development projects that enhance forest management practices, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and strengthen local economies.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Agricultural Fertilizer Research and Education Council Grant
$1,250,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (AFREC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 21, 2024

This grant provides funding for research and educational projects focused on improving fertilizer use and management practices to reduce nitrate losses in Minnesota's agriculture.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Klamath Water Quality Improvements Grant Program
$4,900,000
Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support for tribes, conservation groups, and educational institutions in Oregon to implement projects that reduce nutrient pollution and improve water quality in the Klamath River Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits