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Ohio Natural Resources Grants

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Lake Erie Community Grant Program
$750,000
Ohio Lake Erie Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 24, 2026

This program provides funding for environmental restoration and education projects in Ohio's Lake Erie watershed, focusing on community engagement and addressing ecological challenges.

Environment
Nonprofits
Marine Patrol Assistance Grant
Contact for amount
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Ohio law enforcement agencies for the establishment and operation of marine patrol units to enhance water safety and enforce boating laws.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
NatureWorks Grant
$150,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Ohio for the acquisition, development, and improvement of public outdoor recreation areas and facilities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Coastal Management Assistance Grant
$150,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and academic institutions for projects that improve and protect Ohio's Lake Erie coastal resources, enhance environmental quality, and increase public access to coastal areas.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
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

Not specified

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
Natural Areas Research Grant
$5,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2027

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This funding opportunity supports scientific research projects that enhance the understanding and conservation of Ohio's unique aquatic and terrestrial biological resources, targeting individuals and organizations involved in ecological studies and conservation efforts.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Recreational Trails Program
$150,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2026

This program provides funding to public and nonprofit entities in Ohio for the development and maintenance of recreational trail systems, promoting outdoor access and environmental stewardship.

Recreation
City or township governments
Expanding Agroforestry Project Incentive Payment Program
$450,000
The Nature Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2026

This program provides financial incentives to farmers in select U.S. states to adopt agroforestry practices that integrate trees and shrubs into their agricultural systems, promoting environmental sustainability and new revenue opportunities.

Agriculture
Individuals
Research and Development Grant Program
$200,000
Ohio Water Development Authority
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This funding program provides financial support for innovative research projects that improve water, wastewater, solid waste, and energy management systems in Ohio, targeting public agencies and educational institutions engaged in relevant research.

Environment
City or township governments
Conservation Education Grant Program
$2,500
Ohio Forestry Association Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2025

This program provides financial support for small-scale conservation education projects in Ohio, aimed at individuals and organizations that promote awareness and understanding of forest resources and their environmental and economic significance.

Education
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grant Program
$1,500,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This program provides funding to public and private entities for the construction and improvement of facilities that support transient boating access for larger recreational vessels on navigable waters in Ohio.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization Grant
$10,000,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This program provides funding to government entities and nonprofits in Ohio for projects that reclaim abandoned coal mining sites while promoting economic development and community revitalization.

Natural Resources
County governments
Land Use Planning Grant
$50,000
Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to Ohio county governments for developing or updating land use and farmland preservation plans, promoting rural economic vitality and sustainable land management.

Agriculture
County governments
H2Ohio Healthy Rivers Livery Grant
$10,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This grant provides financial support to canoe and kayak livery operators in Ohio to lead river cleanup efforts, improving water quality and enhancing local recreational experiences.

Environment
Small businesses
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$150,000
Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, cooperatives, and research institutions in Ohio to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits and vegetables through various projects that benefit the broader agricultural community.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Barth Charitable Trust
Contact for amount
Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government entities in West Virginia, particularly in Sistersville and Tyler County, for projects focused on charitable, educational, and community initiatives, with an emphasis on animal welfare, nature conservancy, and local preservation efforts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program
$100,000
The Nature Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects in the Appalachian region that protect wildlife habitats and enhance ecological connectivity, targeting community organizations, municipalities, and tribal nations.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Storybook Trail Grant
$10,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public and nonprofit organizations for creating outdoor trails that promote literacy and family engagement through interactive children's literature displays.

Recreation
City or township governments
Land And Water Conservation Fund
$500,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 16, 2025

This program provides financial support to Ohio's local governments for outdoor recreation projects, helping them acquire, develop, or rehabilitate public parks and recreational areas.

Recreation
City or township governments