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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Natural Resources

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Fiscal Year 2027 National Sea Grant College Program Dean John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
$97,200
U.S. Department of Commerce (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 3, 2026

This fellowship provides funding and professional development opportunities for graduate students interested in marine and coastal policy, allowing them to work in federal government offices in Washington, D.C.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Nevada Foundation Seed Program
Contact for amount
Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This program provides free native seeds to Nevada-based producers and researchers for ecological restoration and scientific research, promoting sustainable seed production and enhancing local biodiversity.

Agriculture
Individuals
Arizona Water Protection Fund (AWPF)
Contact for amount
Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This grant provides funding for projects that restore and conserve Arizona's water resources, benefiting individuals, nonprofits, businesses, and government agencies focused on improving water quality, protecting ecosystems, and enhancing water availability.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Urban & Community Forestry Natural Disaster and Recovery Supplement
$75,000
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, educational institutions, and tribal governments in peninsular Florida for projects that restore and enhance urban forests damaged by recent hurricanes, focusing on resilience and community engagement.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Watershed Assistance Grant Program
$150,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Maryland, West Virginia, and select areas of Pennsylvania for early-stage projects focused on watershed restoration and planning to improve water quality and promote environmental sustainability.

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Archaeometry
$700,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 27, 2024

This program provides funding for researchers to develop advanced techniques and laboratory services that enhance archaeological science.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Orphan or Abandoned Well Plugging Grant Program
$1,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Southeast Aquatics Fund
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in the southeastern U.S. to improve aquatic habitats and water quality, particularly for endangered species and key river basins.

Environment
Nonprofits
Open Ocean Research Grant Program
$20,000
Global Fishing Watch
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Upper Klamath Watershed Resilience
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations, tribal entities, and local governments in the Upper Klamath Basin to implement conservation and restoration projects that enhance watershed resilience and benefit native fish populations.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Advancing Technologies and Methods to Improve Marine Mammal Stock Assessments and Mitigate Impacts
$75,000
Marine Mammal Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 17, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative projects that improve the assessment of marine mammal populations and reduce human-related threats to their survival, targeting U.S.-based individuals and organizations involved in marine conservation.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Prince George’s County Stormwater Stewardship Grant Program
$300,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This program provides funding for community-led projects in Prince George’s County, Maryland, focused on improving water quality and engaging residents in environmental stewardship.

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Sustainable Pest Management Grants Program
$1,000,000
California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 24, 2026

This program provides funding for projects that promote sustainable pest management practices in California, targeting a wide range of applicants including government agencies, universities, and private sector entities.

Environment
Small businesses
Cumberland Plateau-Southern Appalachians Stewardship Fund
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions in the Cumberland Plateau and Southern Appalachians to restore ecosystems, improve habitats, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
$1,500,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This program provides funding to public and private entities in North Carolina's coastal counties for the construction and improvement of facilities that support safe and accessible docking for transient recreational boats.

Infrastructure
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Conservation Nation Grant Program
$5,000
Conservation Nation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 9, 2026

This program provides funding to early- to mid-career conservationists for projects that protect threatened wildlife and their ecosystems, with a focus on community engagement and diverse perspectives in conservation efforts.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Greenways, Trails and Recreation Grant Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance public parks, trails, and recreational spaces, promoting environmental conservation and community well-being.

Environment
City or township governments