Florida Environment Grants

The Community Foundation's Community Opportunity Grant Program aims to enhance the quality of life across Grand Forks, Walsh, or Polk County by supporting programs, projects, and activities in areas such as Community & Human Services, Environmental Sustainability, and Human Rights. The program is designed to conserve natural resources, promote human services, and encourage understanding and respect for human rights through various means, including education and conflict resolution. A preference is given to new projects or programs and/or new grant applicants. The grants are available to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public entities like libraries and schools, or units of government that meet the eligibility criteria.

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

The National Academy of Sciences Gulf Research Program is investing $50 million in the Gulf Futures Challenge to fund projects addressing critical challenges in the Gulf region. The Challenge aims to discover and promote innovative and transformative solutions by leveraging the talent and knowledge of the Gulf's people. The competition focuses on three main areas: energy transition, environmental change along the coast, and healthy and resilient communities. Up to ten finalists will receive up to $1 million in project development support, with two finalists awarded $20 million each to implement their solutions. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, state, local, and tribal governments, and academic institutions from Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, or Texas, with projects located within 100 miles of the Gulf coastline. The registration deadline is August 20, 2024, and the application deadline is September 20, 2024.

This grant provides funding to various organizations for projects that restore and protect aquatic ecosystems in South Florida, focusing on improving water quality and habitats in sensitive environments like the Everglades and coral reefs.

This funding opportunity supports educational projects that enhance community resilience and environmental literacy in the Gulf States by engaging learners of all ages in addressing local environmental challenges.

This funding program provides financial support to public and private water providers, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations for projects that develop alternative water supplies and implement water conservation technologies in South Florida.

This funding initiative provides financial support to graduate students conducting herpetological research focused on the conservation and management of reptiles and amphibians in the southeastern United States.

This grant provides funding for projects that improve water quality in Biscayne Bay, targeting local governments and organizations involved in wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and nutrient reduction initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

This program provides funding to universities, agencies, and non-profit organizations in Florida for projects focused on the protection, restoration, and management of the state's coral reefs.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Bay and Walton counties, Florida, for projects that enhance quality of life through cultural arts, education, environmental stewardship, and healthcare initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to Florida local governments and eligible special districts to implement projects that address flooding and sea level rise risks in their communities.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits in education, environmental initiatives, medical research, medical care, and human services, primarily in Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie Counties, FL, with some consideration for the Appalachian region and other areas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to licensed dairy farms in the southeastern U.S. to improve their infrastructure and operational efficiency, enhancing profitability and sustainability in the dairy industry.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in five Florida counties to support programs that enhance economic opportunity, environmental sustainability, physical and mental health, quality education for children and youth, and community engagement.

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Florida for innovative technologies that address harmful algal blooms in freshwater bodies.

This program provides financial assistance to private landowners and eligible organizations in Florida for establishing pine forests on previously forested or suitable lands, promoting ecological and economic benefits.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, educational institutions, and tribal governments in peninsular Florida for projects that restore and enhance urban forests damaged by recent hurricanes, focusing on resilience and community engagement.

This program provides funding to neighborhood associations in Hillsborough County for community projects that promote health, safety, and engagement among residents.

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.