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Grants for Special district governments - Natural Resources

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Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program (GTRP)
$250,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2024

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, educational institutions, and other organizations in Pennsylvania for the development and improvement of parks, trails, and recreational spaces to enhance community livability and promote conservation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Northern Great Plains Program
$1,500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and protect grasslands and wildlife in the Northern Great Plains, with a focus on supporting tribal communities and enhancing biodiversity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance
$24,000,000
Washington State Department of Ecology
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Washington State for managing solid and hazardous waste, helping them develop and implement effective waste management plans and projects.

Environment
City or township governments
Schuylkill Highlands Mini-Grant Program
$15,000
Natural Lands
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2026

This funding program provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in southeastern Pennsylvania for projects that promote conservation, outdoor recreation, and community engagement within the Schuylkill Highlands region.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Wisconsin Forest Fire Protection (ffp) Grant Program
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2023

This program provides financial support to Wisconsin fire departments and county fire associations to improve their capabilities in fighting forest fires through equipment, training, and resources.

Agriculture
City or township governments
RCO Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
$1,440,645
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 4, 2025

This program provides funding to eligible entities for the development and improvement of boating facilities specifically designed for transient recreational boats 26 feet or longer, enhancing the boating experience and safety.

Community Development
City or township governments
Pathways Program
$300,000
Colorado Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado organizations in addressing community challenges related to outdoor stewardship, equity, and climate resilience through collaborative planning and capacity-building initiatives.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
Freshwater Algae Control Grant Program
$50,000
Washington State Department of Ecology
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to public entities in Washington State for managing and mitigating harmful cyanobacteria blooms in freshwater systems to protect public health and the environment.

Environment
City or township governments
Municipal Food Scraps Recycling Grants
$1,250,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to New York State municipalities for developing or expanding food scraps recycling programs to promote sustainable waste management and reduce organic waste.

Environment
City or township governments
Community Resilience and Flood Risk Reduction Grants
$39,000,000
New York Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipal governments, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations in New York for projects that improve community resilience and reduce flood risks through various environmental and infrastructure initiatives.

Environment
City or township governments
Noxious Weed Program Annual Grants
$50,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, conservation districts, non-profit organizations, and private entities in Colorado for the eradication and management of harmful noxious weeds.

Environment
County governments
Water Resources Development Grant Program – State & Local Projects
$200,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 9, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments in North Carolina for projects that improve water management, restore ecosystems, and enhance recreational access to waterways.

Environment
City or township governments
Floodplains by Design Grant Program
$10,000,000
Washington State Department of Ecology
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, tribes, and nonprofits in Washington to implement projects that reduce flood risks while restoring natural ecosystems and supporting community resilience.

Environment
City or township governments
Section 319(h) Nonpoint Source Implementation Grant
Contact for amount
Kentucky Division of Water (DOW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 3, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to a variety of organizations, including local governments and nonprofits, to implement projects that reduce pollution from diffuse sources and improve water quality in Kentucky.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Forestry Grant Program
$100,000
Texas A&M Forest Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This program provides over $1.2 million in funding to support public and nonprofit entities in Texas for projects that enhance urban forestry, improve community resilience, and promote environmental health.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Emerging Contaminants / PFAS Funding Program
Contact for amount
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This funding program provides financial support to local governments and non-profit water service providers in North Carolina to address harmful PFAS contaminants in drinking water and wastewater systems.

Environment
City or township governments
Lake Tahoe License Plate Program
$2,000,000
Nevada Division of State Lands (NDSL)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This grant provides funding to public agencies and non-profit organizations for projects that protect and improve the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
Alaska Sustainable Salmon Fund
$2,500,000
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects focused on salmon conservation and subsistence initiatives in Alaska, targeting habitat restoration and monitoring efforts that benefit local communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
ISGP 1 Aquatic Invasive Species Spread Prevention or Boat Decontamination
$250,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and academic institutions in New York State for projects aimed at preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species through education, outreach, and direct action initiatives.

Environment
City or township governments
State Fire Capacity Grant Program
$225,000
United States Forest Service (USFS)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in California for community-level wildfire risk reduction projects, including hazardous fuels management, planning, and education initiatives.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits