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New York Environment Grants

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Farmland Protection Implementation Grants Program - Round 19
$2,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local entities in New York State for projects that protect viable farmland from development and promote agricultural conservation efforts.

Agriculture
County governments
Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program Round 17 – Tree Inventories and Management Plans
$2,500,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 12, 2026

Date Added

May 18, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, nonprofits, and tribes in New York State for developing tree inventories and management plans to enhance urban forestry and community well-being.

Environment
City or township governments
Cowles Charitable Trust Grant
$10,000
The Cowles Charitable Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on the arts, education, ethical journalism, medical and climate research, and select national and international initiatives.

Arts
Nonprofits
Thriving Communities Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Canalway Grant Program
$150,000
New York State Canal Corporation
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 8, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and Native American nations in New York State to enhance public access, recreational opportunities, and environmental sustainability along the canal system through capital projects.

Community Development
County governments
Fields Pond Foundation Grant Program
$25,000
Fields Pond Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides financial support to community-based nature and land conservation organizations in New England and upper New York State to advance impactful conservation projects that benefit the environment and local communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Environmental Protection Fund Grants Program for Parks, Preservation and Heritage (EPF)
$675,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to municipalities, state agencies, and nonprofits in New York for the acquisition and improvement of parks, historic sites, and heritage areas, with increased funding available for projects in high-poverty areas.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Building Cleaner Communities Competition
$3,000,000
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for commercial building projects in New York State that aim to achieve carbon neutrality or net zero energy performance through innovative construction and retrofitting practices.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Venable Foundation Grant
$10,000
Venable Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 16, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve low-income and underrepresented communities in various areas such as health, education, and legal services across specific major U.S. cities.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Nonprofits
Hudson River Valley Greenway Conservancy Trail Grant
$250,000
New York State Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley (HRVG)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 7, 2026

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This grant provides funding to municipalities and non-profit organizations in New York's Hudson River Valley to develop, improve, and maintain trail systems that enhance public access to the river and promote environmental education and cultural preservation.

Environment
Nonprofits
Brownfield Opportunity Area Program
$400,000
New York Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, non-profits, and community boards in New York State for revitalizing areas impacted by brownfields through planning and environmental assessments.

Community Development
City or township governments
The Harris & Frances Block Foundation Grant
$35,000
The Harris & Frances Block Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to small grassroots nonprofit organizations in Vermont, North Carolina, Virginia, and New York City that focus on environmental and social justice initiatives, particularly in areas like food justice and community engagement.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Agriculture Energy Audit Program
Contact for amount
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2024

This program provides free energy audits to eligible farms in New York to help them identify ways to save on energy costs and improve efficiency.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Port Infrastructure Request for Proposals (RFP) 6041
$100,000,000
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 20, 2026

Date Added

Dec 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to enhance New York's port infrastructure and logistics capabilities to support the growth of the offshore wind industry, targeting projects that promote economic development and workforce training.

Infrastructure
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Municipal Waste Reduction and Rcycling. Prgrm. 24
Contact for amount
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2027

Date Added

Nov 7, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities in New York State for improving recycling infrastructure and waste management initiatives, including the development of facilities and equipment for effective waste reduction and recycling.

Environment
City or township governments
Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program
Contact for amount
Sustainable Finger Lakes
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This program provides funding for community-led projects in Tompkins County that promote sustainability, resilience, and social equity, encouraging local residents to enhance their quality of life and engage in civic activities.

Environment
Individuals
CAFO Enhanced Nutrient and Methane Management Program
$21,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to Soil and Water Conservation Districts to help CAFO-permitted farmers improve manure management practices, reduce methane emissions, and enhance nutrient conservation.

Agriculture
Special district governments
New York State Community Gardens Soil Testing Program
$40,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides free soil testing services to food-producing community gardens in New York State, helping gardeners ensure their soil is safe and healthy for growing produce.

Agriculture
Individuals
Affordable Multifamily Program Upstate (AMP Up)
Contact for amount
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 8, 2026

This program provides financial incentives and technical support to owners of affordable multifamily housing in upstate New York to improve energy efficiency and resilience, benefiting low to moderate income residents.

Energy
Nonprofits