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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Natural Resources

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Industrial Symbiosis Grant Program
$500,000
Washington Department of Commerce (COMMERCE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects in Washington state that convert industrial waste into valuable resources, encouraging collaboration among various sectors to promote sustainability and strengthen local economies.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
The Rochester Garden Grants Program
$1,000
Rochester Public Works Department
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2025

This program provides funding to residents, schools, and community organizations in Rochester, Minnesota, to create gardens that support pollinators and improve water management.

Environment
Nonprofits
Matching Awards Program
Contact for amount
National Forest Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, Tribal governments, and universities in engaging underserved communities through hands-on conservation projects that benefit U.S. National Forests and Grasslands.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Nevada Nonpoint Source Pollution Reduction 319(h) Grant Funding Opportunity
$500,000
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (Bureau of Water Quality Planning)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations and governments in Nevada for projects that reduce nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality through watershed-based planning and implementation activities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Rio Grande Project Drought Resilience Efforts Initiative
$19,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This grant provides funding for local, state, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions to implement projects that enhance water sustainability and ecosystem health in the Lower Rio Grande region of New Mexico and Texas.

Environment
Nonprofits
Connie Saylor Johnson Wilderness Education Grant
$2,000
Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 3, 2024

This grant provides funding for educational projects that promote wilderness values and stewardship among youth and adults in Idaho, Montana, and Iowa.

Education
Independent school districts
Statewide Organics Management Infrastructure Grant
$2,000,000
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations and businesses in Minnesota to develop or expand composting facilities and infrastructure, aimed at reducing food waste and promoting sustainable waste management practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Sacramento Valley Floodplain Enhancement for Salmon and Shorebirds
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations, governments, and educational institutions to restore floodplain habitats in the Sacramento Valley, benefiting both juvenile Chinook salmon and migratory shorebirds.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Aquatic Invasive Species Grant Program
$75,000
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 24, 2025

This program provides funding to state agencies, municipalities, and non-profit organizations in Connecticut for projects that manage and control aquatic invasive species and harmful algal blooms, while promoting public education and awareness.

Environment
City or township governments
Building Better Forecasts: Improving Utility Demand Models with Climate, Development, and Socioeconomic Insights
$200,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for researchers to improve water demand forecasting models by incorporating insights from climate, socioeconomic factors, and land use, ultimately helping utilities better plan for future water needs.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Equipment Grant Program
$50,000
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This program provides funding to Oklahoma-based governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions for purchasing essential equipment that improves solid waste management and environmental protection efforts.

Environment
City or township governments
Better Together Nature Positive Innovation Grant
$20,000
PG&E Corporation Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides $100,000 each to innovative environmental projects in five regions, focusing on land stewardship, air quality, or water stewardship, particularly benefiting disadvantaged communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Clean Boats, Clean Waters Grants
$3,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Michigan for educational projects aimed at preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species through community outreach and engagement.

Environment
Nonprofits
New York’s Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program
$40,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-driven environmental projects in New York's Great Lakes Basin, targeting local governments, non-profits, and educational institutions focused on improving water quality, habitat restoration, and sustainability.

Environment
Nonprofits
Puget Sound Riparian Systems Lead Grants
$600,000
Washington State Department of Ecology
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 7, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and Tribal organizations for projects that protect and restore vital riparian areas in the Puget Sound region, enhancing water quality and habitat health.

Environment
Nonprofits
Oregon State Weed Board Grant Program
Contact for amount
Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 8, 2026

This grant provides funding to various local organizations and entities in Oregon to manage invasive noxious weeds and restore natural habitats, benefiting the state's ecosystems and water quality.

Environment
Nonprofits
Soil Health and Optimizing Water (SHOW) Grant
$50,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 16, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to farmers, ranchers, nonprofits, and local governments in Colorado to improve soil health and optimize water management practices on agricultural lands.

Environment
Nonprofits
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$150,000
South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (SD DANR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations and individuals in South Dakota to enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of the state's specialty crop industry, including fruits, vegetables, and horticultural products.

Agriculture
State governments
Chi–Cal Rivers Fund
Contact for amount
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal governments, and educational institutions in the Chicago and Calumet region to implement conservation projects that improve waterways, enhance natural habitats, and engage communities.

Environment
Nonprofits