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Grants for Special district governments - Natural Resources

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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
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
Surface Water Matching Planning Grants
$50,000
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 14, 2025

This program provides funding to Delaware counties and municipalities for planning and engineering projects that improve water quality and manage stormwater effectively.

Environment
County governments
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
NatureWorks Grant
$150,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Ohio for the acquisition, development, and improvement of public outdoor recreation areas and facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
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
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
Routt County Climate Action Collaborative Fund
$25,000
Yampa Valley Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Routt County, Colorado, for projects that address climate change through initiatives in energy, transportation, waste management, land use, or the economy.

Environment
Nonprofits
Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account Grant Program
$1,000,000
Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 16, 2026

This grant provides funding to local governments, tribes, and agencies in Washington State for projects that protect, restore, and improve public access to aquatic lands and waterways.

Environment
City or township governments
Alternative Water Supply Grant Program
$50,000,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 21, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Florida for projects that improve water conservation, reuse, and alternative water supply development in areas of greatest need.

Environment
County governments
State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program Block Grants
$4,000,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 7, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to California farmers and ranchers for improving irrigation efficiency and reducing energy use to combat climate change and water scarcity.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Agricultural Water Conservation Grants
$1,500,000
Texas Water Development Board
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 25, 2025

This program provides funding to Texas political subdivisions and state agencies for innovative agricultural projects that improve irrigation efficiency and promote sustainable water use.

Agriculture
State governments
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
Solid Waste Management Board Grant Program
$20,000
West Virginia Solid Waste Management Board (SWMB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to county and regional solid waste authorities in West Virginia to improve waste management systems, enhance recycling efforts, and promote environmental protection initiatives.

Environment
Special district governments
Urban & Community Forestry Program Development Grants
$40,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

This grant provides funding to state and local governments in Montana for professional services to develop projects that conserve and manage the state's renewable resources.

Environment
City or township governments
Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant
$50,000,000
Montana Disaster and Emergency Services (MT DES)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 19, 2025

This program provides financial support to state and local governments for projects that reduce the long-term risk of flood damage to properties insured under the National Flood Insurance Program.

Natural Resources
State governments