Grants for Special district governments - Natural Resources
Explore 425 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
Mar 14, 2025
Date Added
Dec 6, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support for wildlife habitat restoration and conservation projects in Oregon and Washington, targeting state and local governments, tribal entities, non-profits, and educational institutions.
Application Deadline
Sep 19, 2025
Date Added
Jun 20, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that advance the conservation of California's coastal waters, particularly benefiting local agencies, universities, nonprofits, and Native American tribes.
Application Deadline
Mar 11, 2025
Date Added
Jan 13, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in California for projects aimed at reducing wildfire risks and enhancing community resilience through fuels management and fire prevention education.
Application Deadline
Jul 1, 2024
Date Added
Jun 3, 2024
Notice of Funding Opportunity Summary NRCS is announcing the availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) State Program funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities (Section C) for projects carried out in the state of Texas. A total of up to $1,000,000 is available for the Texas CIG competition in FY 2024. All non-Foreign, non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2024 is $300,000. For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. Completing all steps required to start an application can take a significant amount of time, plan accordingly. Key Dates Applicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 1, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts. For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specific information contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility, or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed. The agency anticipates making selections by July 25, 2024, and expects to execute awards by September 14, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.
Application Deadline
Feb 17, 2025
Date Added
Nov 21, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects focused on the conservation and outreach efforts related to Hawaiian monk seals, sea turtles, and Native Hawaiian engagement in marine wildlife response in Hawai’i.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 1, 2024
This program provides funding to various organizations and individuals in New York State for forestry projects that promote environmental sustainability and improve forest health.
Application Deadline
Feb 26, 2025
Date Added
Dec 20, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations, including state and tribal governments and nonprofits, to address environmental hazards and restore degraded public lands in New Mexico.
Application Deadline
May 13, 2024
Date Added
Feb 25, 2024
Mexico Standard Program;apos;s goal is to promote partnerships between public agencies and groups interested in protecting, improving, restoring, and managing an appropriate distribution and diversity of wetland ecosystems and other habitats for wetlands-associated migratory birds and other fish and wildlife in North America. A 1:1 match is required. This program supports the DOI and FWS mission of protecting and managing the nation;apos;s natural resources by collaborating with partners and stakeholders to conserve land and water and to expand outdoor recreation and access.
Application Deadline
Jan 30, 2026
Date Added
Sep 4, 2025
This grant provides financial and technical support to a wide range of partners, including governments, nonprofits, and private entities, to remove barriers in waterways and restore aquatic habitats, benefiting local communities and ecosystems.
Application Deadline
Feb 14, 2025
Date Added
Dec 17, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that protect wildlife habitats and promote biodiversity on public lands in California, targeting state and local governments, tribal organizations, educational institutions, and nonprofit groups.
Application Deadline
Jan 20, 2025
Date Added
Nov 21, 2024
This funding opportunity supports youth and veterans in engaging with conservation projects on public lands, providing them with vocational training and hands-on experience while promoting equity and environmental stewardship.
Application Deadline
Dec 31, 2024
Date Added
Oct 11, 2023
This funding opportunity provides financial and technical assistance to partners for projects that restore aquatic connectivity and improve fish passage in rivers, floodplains, and coastal habitats, benefiting ecosystems and local communities.
Application Deadline
Sep 30, 2025
Date Added
Jan 24, 2025
This program provides financial and technical support to private landowners and communities for restoring and conserving fish and wildlife habitats on private lands, benefiting endangered species and promoting biodiversity.
Application Deadline
Feb 26, 2025
Date Added
Dec 20, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support for state and local governments, educational institutions, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations to enhance wildlife habitat protection and biodiversity on public lands in New Mexico.
Application Deadline
Jan 31, 2025
Date Added
Dec 3, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support for state and local governments, tribal entities, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations to protect and restore aquatic resources on public lands in Colorado, focusing on conservation, climate change adaptation, and community engagement.
Application Deadline
Mar 17, 2025
Date Added
Nov 14, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that protect and restore aquatic ecosystems in Alaska, targeting state and local governments, tribal organizations, educational institutions, and nonprofits.
Application Deadline
Nov 15, 2024
Date Added
Aug 7, 2024
This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects that restore rural forest landscapes in the Northeast and Midwest, aiming for significant environmental impact and alignment with state forest management priorities.
Application Deadline
Oct 6, 2025
Date Added
Aug 6, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to public water systems serving populations of 10,000 or more, helping them improve their resilience against natural disasters, extreme weather, and cybersecurity threats.
Application Deadline
Jul 31, 2024
Date Added
Jun 15, 2024
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is offering grants to local governments and Soil and Water Conservation Districts to assist in the initial planning of non-agricultural nonpoint source water quality improvement projects. The grants are also available for regulated MS4 Operators for mapping. The program supports projects like upgrading wastewater treatment systems and streambank stabilization. Applicants seeking planning grants for wastewater treatment systems should refer to the NYS DEC/EFC Wastewater Infrastructure Engineering Planning Grant Program. The program also focuses on projects affecting environmental justice and disadvantaged communities, and includes a variety of eligible report categories such as green infrastructure, stormwater retrofits, and stream culvert repair.
Application Deadline
Feb 3, 2025
Date Added
Nov 14, 2024
This funding opportunity supports state and local governments, Native American tribes, educational institutions, and non-profits in Idaho to conserve and restore rangelands, improve land health, and combat climate change through collaborative projects.

