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Natural Resources Grants

Explore 1,920 grant opportunities for natural resources initiatives

Cumberland Plateau-Southern Appalachians Stewardship Fund
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions in the Cumberland Plateau and Southern Appalachians to restore ecosystems, improve habitats, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to eligible local governments and tribes in Nebraska for developing and improving outdoor recreational facilities and access, such as parks, trails, and sports fields.

Recreation
City or township governments
Community Watershed Stewardship Program (CWSP) Grant
$12,000
Portland Bureau of Environmental Services
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2025

This program provides funding to community groups in Portland for projects that improve local watersheds and promote environmental education and stewardship.

Environment
Nonprofits
RiverHealth Stewardship Program
$30,000
Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2025

This program provides funding to community groups, schools, nonprofits, and businesses in the Portland Metropolitan Area and Clackamas County for projects that improve local watersheds through ecological restoration, stormwater management, and community engagement.

Environment
Nonprofits
Conservation Partners Program
$1,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local and state governments, tribal entities, and educational institutions to promote conservation practices and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers on private working lands.

Environment
Nonprofits
Open Ocean Research Grant Program
$20,000
Global Fishing Watch
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers and small teams working on innovative projects that utilize Global Fishing Watch data to improve ocean conservation and fisheries management worldwide.

Environment
Individuals
U.S. Embassy Lusaka Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program Statement
$40,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Zambia)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2025

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and educational institutions to implement projects that promote U.S.-Zambia cultural exchange and address key issues like mining, media transparency, and entrepreneurship.

Business and Commerce
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
City of Sacramento Community Action Grant
$3,000
City of Sacramento
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to community organizations in Sacramento for projects that protect and improve local water quality by preventing stormwater pollution.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Pathways Program
$300,000
Colorado Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado organizations in addressing community challenges related to outdoor stewardship, equity, and climate resilience through collaborative planning and capacity-building initiatives.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
FCTA Expending or Matching Grant
Contact for amount
Fernley Convention & Tourism Authority (FCTA)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Fernley, Nevada, to initiate or expand tourism-related projects and activities that promote the city’s attractions and resources.

Community Development
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
Climate Smart Agriculture Program
$50,000
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This program provides funding to Massachusetts farmers for infrastructure improvements that enhance sustainability, climate resilience, and operational efficiency in their agricultural practices.

Agriculture
Individuals
Southeast Aquatics Fund
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in the southeastern U.S. to improve aquatic habitats and water quality, particularly for endangered species and key river basins.

Environment
Nonprofits
Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation (2025)
$1,500,000
CA Natural Resources Agency
State

Application Deadline

Jul 16, 2025

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for local, state, and federal agencies, as well as nonprofit organizations, to implement projects that improve the environment and mitigate the impacts of transportation infrastructure in California.

Environment
Nonprofits
Crop-Animal Systems Research Program
$1,000,000
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects that integrate crop and animal systems to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability in the U.S. food system.

Agriculture
County governments
Management, Species, Nuisance Wildlife Management (RAM Number: FXSBA53256122) and Management, Species, Black and Brown Bear Study, (RAM Number: FXSBA53256120), Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska
$190,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Alaska District)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 27, 2025

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for states, local governments, tribes, and organizations to conduct wildlife management studies focused on minimizing human-wildlife conflicts and ensuring ecological balance at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska.

Environment
State governments
Parks and Parkways Tree Planting Grant
$25,000
Greater New Orleans Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Orleans Parish for citywide tree planting projects, contributing to the goal of planting 40,000 new trees by 2030.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Land and Water Conservation Fund
$3,000,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Jun 24, 2026

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
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

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