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Grants for Special district governments - Natural Resources

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Nature-Based Approaches for Concentrate and Salinity Management
$250,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research on using constructed wetlands to effectively manage reverse osmosis concentrate and salinity, targeting researchers, academic institutions, and organizations focused on water treatment solutions.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Land and Water Conservation Fund
Contact for amount
South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 9, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in South Dakota for the development and improvement of public outdoor recreational facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Green Infrastructure Grant Program
$300,000
Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This program provides funding for nature-based infrastructure projects in Oregon that enhance community resilience, particularly in underserved areas, by supporting initiatives like tree planting, bioswales, and green roofs.

Environment
Nonprofits
Reclamation and Development Grants Program (RDGP)
$500,000
The Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2025

This program provides funding to Montana cities, counties, tribal governments, and state agencies for projects that restore natural resources affected by mineral development or address urgent environmental needs.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Forest Restoration & Wildfire Risk Mitigation
$7,200,000
Colorado State Forest Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to various organizations in Colorado to reduce wildfire risks and promote forest health in communities at risk, particularly in areas where urban development meets wildland.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
County governments
Wastewater and Drinking Water Treatment Financial Assistance Program
$500,000
Iowa Finance Authority (IFA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 20, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Iowa communities for upgrading wastewater and drinking water treatment facilities, prioritizing those with financial disadvantages and projects that improve water quality.

Environment
City or township governments
Community Climate Action Grant Program
$267,750
Orange County North Carolina
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 12, 2024

This program provides funding to public entities, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses in Orange County, North Carolina, to implement innovative projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience for local communities.

Environment
County governments
Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA)/National Fire Plan (NFP) Grant
$5,000
South Carolina Forestry Commission (SCFC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural volunteer fire departments in South Carolina to enhance their wildfire response capabilities through the purchase of essential firefighting equipment.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
$350,000
Washington State Department of Ecology
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities for upgrading wastewater treatment facilities to reduce nitrogen pollution in the Salish Sea.

Environment
City or township governments
MAELC Education Grant
$25,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports schools, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Minnesota to enhance agricultural education programs and develop future leaders in agriculture, food, and natural resources.

Education
Nonprofits
Nonhighway and Off Road Vehicle Activities
$250,000
Washington Recreation and Conservation Office
State

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

Date Added

Dec 11, 2023

This grant provides funding to public agencies and nonprofit organizations for the development and maintenance of outdoor recreational activities that utilize nonhighway access, such as trails and parks.

Recreation
City or township governments
Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) Grant
$5,000
South Carolina Forestry Commission (SCFC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to rural volunteer fire departments in South Carolina to improve their wildfire management and suppression capabilities, particularly in areas where urban and wildland environments meet.

Natural Resources
Special district governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

This program provides funding to local and state entities in Oregon for acquiring land and developing outdoor recreational facilities to enhance public access to parks, forests, and beaches.

Natural Resources
County governments
2025 Healthy Forest Initiative Grant Program
$500,000
Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible organizations in Arizona for projects that enhance wildfire prevention, forest health, and community preparedness across various land jurisdictions.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns (G3) Grant Program
$175,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations in the Chesapeake Bay watershed to implement sustainable urban greening projects that improve stormwater management and enhance community green spaces.

Environment
City or township governments
Keep Maryland Beautiful Grant Program
$50,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community organizations in Maryland with projects that promote environmental stewardship, civic engagement, and local solutions to environmental issues through activities like clean-ups, education, and tree planting.

Environment
Nonprofits
ComEd Green Region Grant
$10,000
Openlands
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support for conservation projects that enhance public open spaces and promote climate resiliency and pollinator habitat in Northern Illinois.

Environment
Nonprofits
Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant
Contact for amount
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Vermont that are planting native trees and shrubs along waterways to improve water quality and restore natural habitats.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnerships Initiative (RPI)
$50,000,000
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to Colorado-based nonprofit organizations and government entities to create or support diverse coalitions focused on preserving natural resources and enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities across the state.

Environment
Nonprofits