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Grants for Special district governments - Natural Resources

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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
Wildlife Education Grant Program
Contact for amount
Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to K-12 schools and conservation districts in Arkansas to enhance wildlife conservation education through hands-on learning and curriculum development.

Education
Independent school districts
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
Environmental Grant Program
$25,000
St. Croix Valley Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

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

Not specified

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
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
Abandoned Mine Land and Abandoned Mine Drainage Grant Program
$88,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 17, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania to reclaim abandoned coal mining sites and improve water quality by addressing environmental hazards and restoring degraded landscapes.

Environment
County governments
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
Recycling Infrastructure Grant
$1,000,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 10, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Michigan-based organizations for projects that improve recycling infrastructure and accessibility, particularly in underserved communities, to boost recycling rates and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
2025-2026 Forest Restoration & Wildfire Risk Mitigation Grant Program
$7,040,000
Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This grant provides funding to community groups and local governments in Colorado to reduce wildfire risks and promote forest health through various restoration and mitigation projects.

Natural Resources
County governments
Lake Erie Community Grant Program
$750,000
Ohio Lake Erie Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2026

This program provides funding for environmental restoration and education projects in Ohio's Lake Erie watershed, focusing on community engagement and addressing ecological challenges.

Environment
Nonprofits
Nonpoint Source Grants
$4,000,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to various organizations and groups in Illinois for projects aimed at reducing water pollution from nonpoint sources, such as agricultural runoff and urban stormwater.

Natural Resources
Individuals
State Water Implementation Fund 
Contact for amount
Texas Water Development Board (TWDB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans to local governments and nonprofit water supply corporations in Texas for projects that enhance water supply and management as outlined in the state's water plan.

Environment
City or township governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$3,000,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments in Maryland for outdoor recreation projects, including land acquisition and the development or renovation of recreational facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Forests Program
$3,000,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 16, 2024

This program provides funding to communities in Washington State for the acquisition and long-term preservation of working forestlands, promoting sustainable timber use, environmental resilience, and public recreational opportunities.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
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