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Grants for Public and State controlled 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 (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 22, 2026

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Arizona Grain Research and Promotion Council - FY27
$40,000
Arizona Department of Agriculture (AZDA)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This grant provides funding to support research and innovative solutions that address production challenges faced by grain producers in Arizona.

Agriculture
State governments
Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program Support for Fieldwork
$60,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based researchers and institutions to conduct fieldwork in Antarctica, focusing on projects that enhance our understanding of the region's environmental and scientific significance while ensuring inclusivity and environmental stewardship.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Greenways, Trails and Recreation Grant Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

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
Great Lakes Biology Monitoring Program: Zooplankton, Mysis, and Benthic Invertebrate Components
$8,100,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides substantial financial support for state and local governments, tribes, educational institutions, and nonprofits to conduct long-term monitoring of zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrates in the Great Lakes, assessing ecosystem health and water quality.

Environment
State governments
Unleashing Tribal Energy Development
$7,500,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Golden Field Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 24, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Tribal communities and organizations for developing energy infrastructure projects that enhance energy sovereignty and economic growth.

Energy
Native American tribal organizations
FY 2026 Ocean Technology Transition Program
$1,200,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for universities, nonprofits, and government entities to develop and operationalize advanced ocean and coastal observing technologies that enhance data collection and environmental monitoring.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Environmental Security Technology Certification Program
$10,000,000
Environmental Security Technology Certification Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed for businesses, universities, and nonprofits to develop and demonstrate innovative technologies that improve environmental and energy efficiency for the U.S. Department of Defense.

Science and Technology
Small businesses
FY 2026 Energizing Insular Communities Program
$15,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 8, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, utilities, and educational institutions in U.S. territories to develop energy projects that reduce reliance on imported fuels and improve energy efficiency and infrastructure.

Energy
City or township governments