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State Natural Resources Grants

Explore 924 grant opportunities

Virginia Land Conservation Foundation Grant
$5,200,000
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that aim to conserve Virginia's farmland, forestland, historic sites, natural areas, and open spaces.

Natural Resources
State governments
Forest Health Research Program — Graduate Student Grants
$100,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2026

This funding opportunity supports graduate students conducting research on forest health and wildfire resilience in California, aiming to advance scientific knowledge and inform land management practices.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP)
$6,405
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2026

This program provides financial incentives to Vermont agricultural landowners for converting environmentally sensitive land into conservation buffers to improve water quality and support ecosystem health.

Environment
Individuals
Virginia Riparian Forest Buffer
$17,500
Virginia Department of Forestry
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This program provides financial incentives to Virginia landowners who preserve forest buffers along waterways during timber harvesting to protect water quality and support aquatic ecosystems.

Environment
Individuals
Forest Health Research Program — Proposition 4 Grants
$1,500,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research projects aimed at improving forest health and wildfire resilience in California, targeting a wide range of public and nonprofit entities, including universities and local agencies.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Nonpoint Source Funds
$8,000,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, universities, and other organizations in Florida for projects that reduce pollution from stormwater and improve water quality in vulnerable areas.

Environment
City or township governments
Flood Control Assistance Account Program
$500,000
Washington State Department of Ecology
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2027

Date Added

Apr 15, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments and tribes in Washington State for floodplain management projects that reduce flood risk and enhance community safety and environmental outcomes.

Environment
City or township governments
Woodland Improvement Cost Share Program
Contact for amount
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 22, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to private woodland owners in rural Minnesota to help them manage and improve their forested lands for ecological health and sustainable use.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Recreational Trails Program Grant
$100,000
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Sep 4, 2026

Date Added

Apr 9, 2026

This program provides funding to state and local governments, as well as nonprofit organizations, for the development and maintenance of recreational trails that enhance public access, safety, and connectivity across North Carolina.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Nonpoint Source Grant Program
$1,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, tribes, and public agencies for projects that reduce nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality in priority watersheds across the state.

Environment
Nonprofits
Marine Sewage Pumpout Facility Grants
$20,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2023

This program provides financial support to marinas in Maryland for installing and upgrading sewage pumpout facilities to promote environmentally responsible waste disposal for boaters.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Texas Landowner Incentive Program (LIP) Partners Watershed Funding Program
Contact for amount
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding initiative provides financial support to private landowners in Texas for conservation projects that enhance habitats and protect wildlife, particularly endangered species and pollinators.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Clean Vessel Act Grant
Contact for amount
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (FWC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

Date Added

Dec 18, 2025

This program provides funding to marinas, boatyards, and public agencies in Vermont to improve facilities for managing recreational boater waste, ensuring cleaner waterways and better services for boaters.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Riverine Stewardship Program
$13,000,000
California Department of Water Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that improve water quality and supply, restore aquatic habitats, and enhance ecosystem functions, particularly benefiting native fish populations and promoting public-private partnerships.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
City or township governments
Route to Parks Grant
$30,000
Parks California
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 4, 2026

This program provides funding to community organizations and tribal groups to help underserved populations access California's state parks by overcoming transportation barriers and offering engaging outdoor experiences.

Recreation
Nonprofits
County-wide and Regional Funding Program
Contact for amount
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to counties and their partners to develop proactive solutions for drinking water issues affecting households served by small and domestic wells, particularly in response to drought and contamination challenges.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Regional Water Implementation - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
$2,000,000
Kansas Department of Commerce (CDBG)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Jul 16, 2025

This program provides funding to rural Kansas cities and counties for improving water infrastructure through collaborative projects that consolidate multiple water systems.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant
Contact for amount
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This program provides funding to Native American tribes, counties, cities, and special districts to acquire and position oil spill response equipment to safeguard local economic and environmental resources near state waters.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
Climate Smart Communities Grant Program
$2,000,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 4, 2025

This program provides funding to New York State municipalities for projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate change resilience.

Environment
City or township governments
Oklahoma Habitat Enhancement Partnership Program
$5,000
Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 10, 2026

This program provides funding to enhance fishing habitats in publicly accessible reservoirs under 4,000 acres, supporting local communities and improving recreational fishing opportunities.

Natural Resources
City or township governments