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Ohio Environment Grants

Explore 162 grant opportunities

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
Greenup County Green Fund Grant
$5,000
Foundation for the Tri-State Community
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve and preserve the natural environment in Greenup County, Kentucky, through physical enhancements and educational initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
Great Lakes Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program
$40,000,000
Minneapolis Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Dec 9, 2024

This program provides $40 million in funding to support environmental and public health initiatives in underserved communities across the Great Lakes region, prioritizing tribal governments, small nonprofits, and local organizations addressing environmental challenges.

Environment
City or township governments
Clean Vessel Act Grant Program
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This program provides funding to public and private marinas and boating facilities in Ohio for the construction and maintenance of sewage disposal systems to protect water quality and support recreational boating.

Natural Resources
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Toledo Rotary Club Foundation Grant
$10,000
Toledo Rotary Club Foundation Traditional Grant
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations for educational and charitable projects that benefit the community and align with the values of the Rotary Club of Toledo, with a focus on collaboration and addressing key social issues.

Community Development
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
Clean Ohio Fund Green Space Conservation Program
$37,500,000
Ohio Public Works Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, park districts, and nonprofit organizations in Ohio for the acquisition and preservation of open spaces and riparian corridors to protect natural environments and enhance public access.

Environment
City or township governments
Bath Community Fund to Improve Quality of Life in Ohio
Contact for amount
Akron Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations focused on improving the quality of life for residents in the Bath and Revere communities of Ohio through initiatives in history, environment, arts, youth services, education, recreation, and social services.

Environment
Nonprofits
Targeted Brownfield Assessment Program
Contact for amount
Ohio Environmental Protection Agency
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 18, 2025

This program provides free environmental assessments to local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible entities in Ohio to help transform underused or contaminated properties into valuable community assets.

Environment
City or township governments
Ohio Energy Efficiency Program (OEEP) – Implementation Funds
$200,000
Ohio Department of Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 22, 2026

This program provides funding to various entities in Ohio, including businesses, nonprofits, and local governments, to implement energy efficiency upgrades in existing buildings, helping to reduce energy consumption and operational costs.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
The Virginia W. Kettering Foundation’s Grant Program
Contact for amount
Virginia W. Kettering Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This grant provides funding to 501(c)(3) organizations in eight Ohio counties for projects in areas such as arts, education, health, and human services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
F26AS00062: Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act FY 2026
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2026

This grant provides financial support to various organizations and governments for projects that restore and protect fish and wildlife habitats in the Great Lakes Basin.

Natural Resources
State governments
Wayne County Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Wayne County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides funding for charitable projects in Wayne County, Ohio, supporting organizations in areas like arts, education, health, and the environment.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Student Leaders in Sustainability Grant
Contact for amount
City of New Albany Sustainability Advisory Board
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 26, 2026

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This initiative provides financial support to New Albany students in grades 6-12 for innovative sustainability projects that promote community waste reduction, renewable energy, and environmental education.

Environment
Individuals
CenterPoint Energy Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
CenterPoint Energy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 17, 2026

Date Added

Jun 30, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio, and Texas that focus on education and community development initiatives, particularly for low- to moderate-income populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Growing Tomorrow Grant
$100,000
Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 26, 2026

This grant provides financial support to new or early-stage agricultural businesses in Ohio that are developing innovative solutions to challenges in the farming sector, with a focus on sustainability, education, and food security.

Agriculture
Individuals
Event Waste Reduction Grant Program
$6,000
Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public events in Franklin County, Ohio, that are committed to reducing waste through recycling, composting, and sustainable practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Beach Grants
$9,737,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to states, territories, and Tribes for monitoring beach water quality and ensuring public safety from harmful pathogens during recreational activities.

Environment
State governments
Competitive Grant
Contact for amount
Springfield Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 10, 2026

Date Added

Jul 4, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government units serving the Clark County, Ohio community, focusing on initiatives in areas like Arts, Education, Environment, and Health.

Community Development
Nonprofits