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Nebraska Environment Grants

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Lead Testing and Reduction Grant Program
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 29, 2026

This program provides funding to schools and licensed child care facilities in Nebraska to test and reduce lead contamination in drinking water, prioritizing those serving young children and disadvantaged communities.

Environment
Independent school districts
City of Papillion’s Neighborhood Matching Grants Program
$2,500
City of Papillion
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This program provides financial support to residents and community groups in Papillion, Nebraska, for projects that strengthen neighborhood connections and improve local spaces.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Dairy Industry Impact Grant
$100,000
Dairy Business Innovation Alliance
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 4, 2026

This program provides funding to dairy farms and processing businesses in the Midwest to support innovative projects that improve market access, sustainability, and operational efficiency within the dairy industry.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Lincoln Mini-grants
Contact for amount
Lincoln Parks Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 17, 2023

This program provides funding to community groups and individuals to improve parks, trails, and public spaces in Lincoln through volunteer-led projects.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
National-Central Expanding Opportunities for Community Change
$350,000
Cultivating Healthy Environments – National-Central
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2027

Date Added

Feb 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local governments working to address environmental justice issues and improve public health in underserved communities across the U.S.

Environment
Nonprofits
Small Town Grants
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to small towns in Nebraska with populations of 10,000 or fewer for improving wastewater treatment facilities and sewer systems, helping to alleviate the financial burden of necessary public works projects.

Environment
City or township governments
Earl and Maxine Claussen Trust Grant
$5,000
Earl and Maxine Claussen Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that benefit residents in the Grand Island, Nebraska area, with a focus on local projects and initiatives.

Community Development
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
Ethanol Infrastructure Grant Program
$75,000
Nebraska Corn Board
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Nebraska fuel retailers for installing or expanding infrastructure to offer higher ethanol blends, promoting cleaner fuel options and supporting the local agricultural economy.

Infrastructure
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Neighborhood Micro-Grant Program
$1,000
Big Grove For Good
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2025

This program provides funding to individuals and groups for small-scale projects that improve neighborhood accessibility, promote environmental stewardship, and foster community connections.

Community Development
Individuals
Drinking Water State Revolving Loan Fund (DWSRF)
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans and potential principal forgiveness to public water systems in Nebraska for improving drinking water infrastructure and ensuring safe drinking water for communities.

Environment
City or township governments
State Recreation Road (SRR) Program
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to local public agencies for the construction and maintenance of roads that improve access to Nebraska's state parks and recreational areas.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Cooper Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Cooper Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public schools, and governmental units in Nebraska that aim to improve community life through projects in arts, education, human services, and more, with a focus on measurable impact and sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Noxious Weed Cost Share Invasive Weed Control Program
$5,000
North Platte Natural Resources District (NPNRD)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 31, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to landowners near the North Platte River for controlling invasive weeds, specifically Salt Cedar and Phragmites, through a cost-sharing program.

Environment
Individuals
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
$600,000
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and organizations in Nebraska for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational spaces, promoting outdoor access and environmental preservation for all residents.

Recreation
City or township governments
Nebraska Environmental Trust (NET)
Contact for amount
Nebraska Environmental Trust (NET)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of environmental projects in Nebraska that aim to protect and enhance natural resources, benefiting government agencies, nonprofits, for-profits, and individuals committed to sustainability and public welfare.

Environment
Nonprofits
WaterSMART Cooperative Watershed Management Program
$300,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Reclamation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 15, 2028

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots watershed groups and organizations in the U.S. for collaborative planning and development of projects that improve water supply reliability, quality, and ecosystem resilience.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Nebraska Hydrovac Grant Program
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to Nebraska municipalities for purchasing hydro-vacuum excavation equipment to help identify and classify water service lines, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Environment
City or township governments
Vern A. and Esther M. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant
Contact for amount
Vern A. and Esther M. Taylor Charitable TrU.S.t
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and individuals in Grand Island, Nebraska, focusing on community betterment through initiatives in education, health, arts, and public welfare.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Impact Grant
Contact for amount
POET
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 7, 2026

This funding program provides financial support for community-driven projects that promote innovation, sustainability, and development in areas near POET facilities across the United States.

Community Development
Nonprofits