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New York Natural Resources 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
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
Round 20 Farmland Protection Implementation Grants
$3,000,000
New New York Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 19, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to counties, municipalities, and conservation organizations for acquiring agricultural conservation easements to protect viable farmland in New York from being converted to non-farm uses.

Agriculture
City or township governments
Timber for Transit Program
$5,000,000
Northern Border Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This program provides funding for applied research and demonstration projects that utilize advanced wood materials in transportation infrastructure, prioritizing initiatives that enhance resilience to extreme weather and support economically distressed communities.

Transportation
State governments
Clean Vessel Assistance Program Construction and Upgrade Grants
$80,000
New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This grant provides financial assistance to marinas, municipalities, and non-profit organizations for installing or upgrading facilities that help recreational boaters properly dispose of sewage.

Environment
Nonprofits
County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Planning Grants
$100,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This program provides financial support to New York counties for developing or updating agricultural and farmland protection plans to enhance the viability of local agriculture and preserve farmland.

Agriculture
County governments
Forest Economy Program
$1,000,000
Northern Border Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This program provides funding to support community development, workforce training, and sustainable business initiatives in the forest-based economy of rural areas in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont.

Natural Resources
State governments
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
Harmful Algal Bloom Research Grant Program
$2,500,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research initiatives aimed at understanding and addressing harmful algal blooms in New York State, targeting partnerships among government entities, academic institutions, nonprofits, and tribal organizations.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Clean Vessel Assistance Program Information and Education Grant
$5,000
New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities and non-profit organizations for projects that raise awareness and promote the use of boat pumpout facilities in specific local areas.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Reforestation Grants
$3,000,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 4, 2026

Date Added

Jan 8, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, and state agencies in New York for urban tree planting projects that enhance green spaces and combat climate change.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Clean Vessel Assistance Program Operation and Maintenance Grant
$7,500
New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This grant provides financial assistance to marinas and boat operators for the routine operation and maintenance costs of pumpout facilities and boats that help manage waste from recreational vessels.

Environment
Exclusive - see details
F26AS00083 Aquatic Invasive Species Grants to Great Lakes States - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
$600,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Great Lakes state agencies for implementing strategies to combat aquatic invasive species and protect the region's ecosystems and economy.

Natural Resources
State governments
Municipal Waste Reduction Recycling Coordination
$2,000,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities and tribal organizations in New York State for projects that promote waste reduction and improve recycling efforts through education, outreach, and coordination activities.

Environment
City or township governments
Source Water Buffer Program
$5,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to New York State Soil and Water Conservation Districts for protecting public drinking water sources by establishing conservation easements and vegetated buffers on agricultural lands.

Environment
State governments
Park and Trail Partnership Grants
Contact for amount
Parks and Trails New York
State

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in New York State that work to maintain, improve, and promote public parks, trails, and historic sites through community-driven initiatives.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
NFWF Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This grant provides funding to various organizations and government entities to restore and sustain forests and freshwater habitats in Central Appalachia, benefiting native wildlife and engaging local communities in conservation efforts.

Environment
Nonprofits
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Invasive and Noxious Plant Management- Bureau wide
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2025

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.

Natural Resources
State governments
CAFO Enhanced Nutrient and Methane Management Program (CAFO ENMP) - Round 1 Application 2024
$14,000,000
New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee
State

Application Deadline

Oct 28, 2024

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to Soil and Water Conservation Districts to help farms manage nutrient runoff and reduce methane emissions through various conservation practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
STEW - 25005 Street Outreach - Bronx & Manhattan
$990,000
Off of Addict Srvcs & Supports
State

Application Deadline

Jul 11, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and local government units in the Bronx and Manhattan to deliver mobile outreach services focused on harm reduction for individuals who use drugs and face barriers to care.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits