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District of Columbia Environment Grants

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Morton K. and Jane Blaustein Foundation - Racial Justice
$75,000
Morton K. and Jane Blaustein Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations working to combat racism, support immigrants and refugees, and promote equitable climate policies, particularly in Baltimore City, the DC region, and New York, with a focus on communities of color and low-income populations.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
RiverSmart Homes Rain Barrel Installation and Rebate Program
$521,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations and agencies in the District of Columbia to install rain barrels, promote water conservation, and reduce stormwater pollution through public education and outreach initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
RiverSmart Homes Landscaping Installation Program
$2,170,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This grant provides funding for organizations to install green infrastructure on residential properties in Washington, DC, to reduce stormwater pollution and promote sustainable landscaping practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns (G3) Grant Program
$175,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations in the Chesapeake Bay watershed to implement sustainable urban greening projects that improve stormwater management and enhance community green spaces.

Environment
City or township governments
Small Building Retuning Pilot Program
$500,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to help small buildings in Washington, D.C., such as affordable housing and community facilities, improve energy efficiency and comply with upcoming energy performance standards.

Energy
Nonprofits
Private Fleet Diesel Electrification and Low-NOx Grant
$2,396,457
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-governmental organizations and private enterprises in the District of Columbia for replacing older diesel vehicles with zero-emission alternatives, aiming to reduce harmful air pollutants and improve public health.

Environment
Nonprofits
Restoring the District’s Natural Areas
$150,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 27, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other eligible entities to restore and engage communities in the care of natural areas in Washington, D.C., particularly in underserved neighborhoods.

Environment
Nonprofits
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$75,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a variety of organizations in the District of Columbia to enhance the local specialty crop sector through projects that promote, market, and improve access to fruits, vegetables, and other specialty crops.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Small and Accessible Sustainability Grant
$190,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2025

This program provides funding to support small, new, and historically-excluded organizations in the District of Columbia to implement community projects focused on reducing waste and promoting urban agriculture.

Environment
Nonprofits
District of Columbia Watershed Stewardship Project
$70,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 23, 2026

This grant provides funding to organizations that will educate and engage District of Columbia residents in improving water quality and stewardship practices, particularly in the Anacostia River watershed and Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.

Environment
Nonprofits
Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Grants Program
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This program provides funding for community-driven conservation projects that improve water quality and habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, targeting local organizations, governments, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Youth Environmental Education
$10,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides funding for organizations to engage youth in environmental education and stewardship projects throughout the Chesapeake Bay region, focusing on hands-on learning and community action.

Community Development
City or township governments
Honda Corporate Funding - Programmatic Support
$100,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and schools in select U.S. states for programs focused on workforce development in advanced manufacturing and environmental sustainability initiatives.

Education
Nonprofits
Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations in the Washington, DC metropolitan area that focus on improving community services, education, arts, the environment, and health and wellness for local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Bird Friendly Buildings Grant
$150,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 23, 2026

This grant provides financial and technical support to organizations for retrofitting buildings in Washington, D.C. to reduce bird collisions and promote bird-friendly practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Kingman Rangers Workforce Development Program
$467,211
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations that will improve the natural environment of Kingman and Heritage Islands while creating job opportunities for local residents facing employment barriers and supporting high school students in the Anacostia Watershed.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Mid-Atlantic Preservation Academy
Contact for amount
Enterprise Community Partners
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 4, 2025

This program provides training, technical assistance, and funding to affordable housing organizations in the Mid-Atlantic region to help them preserve small- and medium-sized multifamily properties.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Honda USA Foundation Funding - Programmatic Support
$100,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools focused on improving mobility access for individuals with disabilities, as well as initiatives in education and environmental sustainability.

Health
Nonprofits
Morton K. and Jane Blaustein Foundation - Immigrant Justice
$75,000
Morton K. and Jane Blaustein Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support immigrant rights, legal services, and holistic support for refugees and asylum seekers, particularly in Baltimore, the DC region, and New York.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
Public Electric Vehicle Charging Grant
$609,500
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to qualified organizations for the installation and maintenance of publicly accessible electric vehicle chargers in Washington, DC, promoting clean transportation and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Environment
Nonprofits