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Grants for Special district governments - Natural Resources

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Lower American River Conservancy Program
Contact for amount
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This program provides funding to local agencies and nonprofit organizations for projects that restore, enhance, and improve public access to the natural and recreational resources of the American River Parkway.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
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
NJ Water Bank Technical Assistance Planning and Design Grant Program
$2,000,000
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2026

This program provides funding to disadvantaged communities in New Jersey for early-stage planning and design of water quality and drinking water infrastructure projects.

Environment
City or township governments
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
Residential Septic System Education and Maintenance Program
$50,000
Western Montana Conservation Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 5, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to help communities in Western Montana improve residential septic system maintenance and education to protect water quality in the Columbia River Basin.

Environment
City or township governments
Consolidation Feasibility Study Grant
$250,000
Washington State Department of Health Office of Drinking Water
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2026

This grant provides funding for feasibility studies to help small community water systems in Washington State consolidate or restructure for improved efficiency and safe drinking water delivery.

Infrastructure
Special district governments
Forest Economy Program
$1,000,000
Northern Border Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This program provides funding to support community development, workforce training, and sustainable business initiatives in the forest-based economy of rural areas in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont.

Natural Resources
State governments
2026 Wildfire Resilience Block Grants
$4,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 9, 2026

This program provides substantial funding to local and state agencies, special districts, and nonprofit organizations to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risks through reforestation and sustainable forest management practices across California.

Environment
Nonprofits
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$600,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Aug 14, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations and institutions that aim to improve the competitiveness of California's specialty crop industry through projects focused on market enhancement, education, training, or research.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Basic and Economic Infrastructure Grants
Contact for amount
South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

Date Added

Sep 10, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to South Carolina's local governments and public utilities for improving and constructing essential water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure in rural communities.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Town of Telluride Green Grant Program
$9,000
Town of Telluride (EcoAction Partners)
Local

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This program provides funding to individuals, businesses, and organizations in specific Colorado counties for local sustainability projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote environmental resilience.

Environment
Individuals
CAFO Enhanced Nutrient and Methane Management Program
$21,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to Soil and Water Conservation Districts to help CAFO-permitted farmers improve manure management practices, reduce methane emissions, and enhance nutrient conservation.

Agriculture
Special district governments
DNREC Outdoor Recreation Parks and Trails Program
Contact for amount
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This program provides matching funds to Delaware municipalities, counties, and park districts for projects that improve outdoor recreation facilities and access to parks and trails.

Recreation
City or township governments
Recreational Trail Grant 
$250,000
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Kentucky for the development, maintenance, and enhancement of recreational trail systems and associated facilities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
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
Surface Water Efficiencies Program
Contact for amount
Idaho Water Resource Board (IWRB)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 4, 2025

This program provides funding to various water management entities in the Eastern Snake River Plain to implement projects that improve surface water efficiency and reduce demand.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (Green Networks)
Contact for amount
Central Arkansas Metroplan (Metroplan)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 26, 2026

This funding opportunity supports Central Arkansas city and county governments, nonprofits, and coalitions in projects that enhance green infrastructure, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve air quality through land preservation, restoration, tree planting, and trail construction.

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
Community Forestry Grant
$5,000
South Dakota Resource Conservation and Forestry Division (RCF)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 2, 2026

Date Added

Aug 18, 2026

This grant provides financial support to South Dakota communities and nonprofit organizations for projects that enhance urban forestry, including tree planting, care, and education initiatives.

Natural Resources
City or township governments