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

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Capacity Building for Trail Organizations Mini Grant Program
$10,000
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 31, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and educational institutions in specific Pennsylvania counties to enhance their trail management and community engagement efforts through capacity-building projects.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
1890 Institution Teaching, Research, and Extension Capacity Building Grants Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture - National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 4, 2026

Date Added

Jun 11, 2024

This program provides funding to strengthen the education, research, and outreach capabilities of eligible 1890 Land-grant Universities, focusing on areas such as food and agricultural sciences, workforce development, and community support.

Capacity Building
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Nevada Nonpoint Source Pollution Reduction 319(h) Grant
$500,000
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

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
City or township governments
Connie Saylor Johnson Wilderness Education Grant
$2,000
Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

May 3, 2024

This grant provides funding to educators and organizations in Idaho, Montana, and Iowa to develop and implement wilderness education programs that promote stewardship and appreciation of natural ecosystems.

Education
Nonprofits
NRCS Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2026
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Jul 23, 2026

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, tribal organizations, nonprofits, and educational institutions to support efforts in eradicating and controlling feral swine populations, focusing on restoration and landowner assistance in designated high-density areas.

Agriculture
State governments
ERDC Broad Agency Announcement
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Engineer Research and Development Center)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This funding opportunity invites U.S. institutions, including universities and small businesses, to propose innovative research projects that advance technologies and scientific understanding in areas like water management, infrastructure resilience, and environmental restoration, supporting both military and civil objectives.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Sustainable Forestry Initiative Urban Forest Certification Grant
$75,000
Sustainable Forestry Initiative
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 17, 2024

This program provides financial support to municipalities, universities, non-profits, and Indigenous communities in the U.S. to assess and improve the sustainability of their urban and community forests, particularly in areas serving disadvantaged populations.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Regional Water Plan Grant
$150,000
Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities and educational institutions in Georgia for implementing strategies outlined in the Regional Water Plans, requiring a matching contribution from applicants.

Environment
City or township governments
Egypt Annual Program Statement
$25,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 18, 2026

This grant provides funding for organizations to implement projects in Egypt that promote economic development, technological advancement, and security while benefiting U.S. interests.

International Development
Nonprofits
Urban and Community Forestry Assistance Grant Program
$50,000
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture Food and Forestry (ODAFF)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2026

Date Added

Jul 20, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, tribal entities, and educational institutions in Oklahoma to develop urban forestry projects that enhance community resources and environmental benefits, particularly in underserved areas.

Environment
City or township governments
Strategic Water Supply Grants
$10,000,000
New Mexico Environment Department (NMED)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 20, 2026

Date Added

Aug 25, 2026

This funding opportunity supports public entities and federally recognized Indian Nations, Tribes, or Pueblos in New Mexico to develop and implement projects that enhance the use and management of brackish water, improving the state's long-term water resilience and economic development.

Natural Resources
State governments
Memorial Grants
$10,000
Neotropical Grassland Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2027

Date Added

Nov 12, 2025

This grant provides financial support for Latin American researchers focused on conserving grasslands through impactful scientific research.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Geospace Cluster
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2024

This grant provides funding for researchers studying Earth's near-space environment, including its atmospheric and magnetic interactions, to improve understanding of space weather and its impacts on society.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
International Programs Trade, Invasive Species Program Funding Opportunity
$250,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Forest Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working on innovative strategies to prevent and manage invasive species that threaten U.S. forests, agriculture, and ecosystems, with a focus on international collaboration.

Environment
Nonprofits
Harmful Algal Bloom Research Grant Program
$2,500,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research initiatives aimed at understanding and addressing harmful algal blooms in New York State, targeting partnerships among government entities, academic institutions, nonprofits, and tribal organizations.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY26 Bureau of Land Management Threatened and Endangered Species - Bureau wide
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 11, 2026

Date Added

Aug 12, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for conservation projects aimed at protecting and recovering endangered and threatened species and their habitats across the Bureau of Land Management's jurisdiction.

Natural Resources
State governments
Museums for America (2027)
$350,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums of all types across the U.S. to develop educational programs, enhance community engagement, and improve the care and accessibility of their collections.

Education
Nonprofits
Natural Climate Solutions Grant Program
Contact for amount
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 27, 2026

This program provides funding to various organizations and entities in New Jersey for projects that enhance natural systems, such as forests and coastal ecosystems, to capture and store carbon while improving environmental health and community resilience.

Environment
Small businesses
Community Outdoor Outreach Program (CO-OP) Grants
$100,000
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 22, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to tax-exempt organizations in Texas to engage underserved communities in outdoor recreation and environmental education activities that promote conservation and stewardship.

Recreation
Nonprofits
2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program
$500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Forest Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

Date Added

Aug 12, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for innovative projects that utilize community tree resources to address economic, health, and environmental challenges.

Community Development
State governments