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Great Lakes Biology Monitoring Program: Zooplankton, Mysis, and Benthic Invertebrate Components
$8,100,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides substantial financial support for state and local governments, tribes, educational institutions, and nonprofits to conduct long-term monitoring of zooplankton, Mysis, and benthic invertebrates in the Great Lakes, assessing ecosystem health and water quality.

Environment
State governments
FY 2026 Ocean Technology Transition Program
$1,200,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for universities, nonprofits, and government entities to develop and operationalize advanced ocean and coastal observing technologies that enhance data collection and environmental monitoring.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
WaterSMART: Applied Science Grants
$400,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Reclamation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 8, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2026

This program provides funding to states, tribes, and water management entities in the Western U.S. to develop tools and systems that improve water management and address challenges related to water supply and climate variability.

Natural Resources
State governments
ERDC Broad Agency Announcement
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Engineer Research and Development Center)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This funding opportunity invites U.S. institutions, including universities and small businesses, to propose innovative research projects that advance technologies and scientific understanding in areas like water management, infrastructure resilience, and environmental restoration, supporting both military and civil objectives.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
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 supports the development and expansion of septic system maintenance programs in Western Montana to improve water quality and promote best practices among homeowners.

Environment
City or township governments
FY 26 CD Education Mini Grant
$3,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation-focused educational initiatives for youth in Montana, providing resources for schools, educators, and community groups to promote environmental awareness and stewardship.

Education
County governments
USACE Kansas City District: Management of Undesirable Plants, St. Charles County, Missouri
$275,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Kansas City District)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state agencies in Missouri for managing invasive and noxious plant species on federally managed lands along the Missouri River.

Natural Resources
State governments
Great Lakes Biology Monitoring Program: Phytoplankton and Chlorophyll-a Components
$3,600,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to conduct long-term monitoring of phytoplankton and chlorophyll-a in the Great Lakes, essential for assessing water quality and ecosystem health.

Environment
State governments
Mill Creek Natural Resource Training and Education
$35,930
U.S. Department of Defense (Walla Walla District)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 28, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and public entities to deliver outdoor education and workforce training programs focused on environmental management for young adults aged 18 and older.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Species Recovery Grants to States (Section 6 Program)
$250,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 20, 2026

Date Added

Apr 22, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state agencies for conservation projects aimed at recovering endangered and threatened marine and anadromous species.

Environment
State governments
Recreational Trail Program (RTP)
$250,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides financial support to local governments in Nebraska for the development and maintenance of public recreational trails, benefiting both motorized and non-motorized users.

Recreation
City or township governments
WaterSMART Drought Response Program
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Reclamation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 28, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, as well as nonprofit conservation organizations partnering with them, to improve water management and enhance drought resilience in the western United States and U.S. territories.

Natural Resources
State governments
F25AS00332 Highlands Conservation Act Competitive Funding Round
$3,850,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to state conservation agencies in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania for land acquisition projects that protect vital natural resources and enhance public access to outdoor recreation in the Highlands Region.

Natural Resources
State governments
Sea Otter Recovery
$165,000
California State Coastal Conservancy (SCC)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 17, 2026

Date Added

Apr 30, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for public agencies, tribes, and nonprofit organizations to conduct research and conservation projects aimed at recovering the southern sea otter population and improving California's nearshore marine ecosystems.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Veterans Cemetery Grants
$3,000,000
VA National Cemetery Administration
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 10, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to states, territories, counties, and tribal organizations to establish and improve veterans cemeteries, ensuring dignified burial options for veterans and their families.

Infrastructure
State governments
Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program competition for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2026
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 8, 2026

Date Added

Apr 24, 2026

This grant provides funding to state and tribal governments to encourage private landowners to open their agricultural and forest lands for wildlife-related recreation while improving habitat quality.

Natural Resources
State governments
Critical Minerals and Materials Accelerator Notice of Funding Opportunity
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Golden Field Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2026

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. entities, including universities and businesses, to develop and commercialize innovative technologies for producing and processing critical minerals essential for energy systems and national security.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY26 Ruth D. Gates Coral Reef Conservation Grants - Fishery Management
$200,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2026

Date Added

Apr 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and agencies working to improve the management and sustainability of coral reef fisheries in U.S. waters, particularly in regions like Florida, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.

Environment
Nonprofits
Proposition 1 Watershed Restoration Grant Program
$87,500,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve water quality and restore ecosystems across California, targeting local governments, non-profits, and other organizations involved in watershed management and environmental conservation.

Environment
Nonprofits
Coastal Resilience Grant Program
$2,000,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports coastal municipalities, tribal governments, and eligible nonprofits in Massachusetts to implement projects that enhance resilience against climate change impacts like flooding and erosion along the coastline.

Environment
State governments