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Vermont NRCS FY24 Conservation Solutions Through Strategic Partnerships Announcement for Funding
$1,200,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Natural Resources Conservation Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 12, 2024

Date Added

Aug 14, 2024

The "Vermont NRCS FY24 Conservation Solutions Through Strategic Partnerships Announcement for Funding" is a funding opportunity by the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service, offering up to $1.2 million to local governments, tribal governments, non-profits, and educational institutions in Vermont for projects that enhance natural resource management, increase conservation delivery, and support climate-smart agriculture and forestry through strategic partnerships.

Agriculture
State governments
Recreational Trails Program
$50,000
Vermont Department of Forest, Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Vermont municipalities, nonprofits, and government entities for the development, restoration, and maintenance of public recreational trails, including projects for both motorized and non-motorized use.

Recreation
State governments
Davis Conservation Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Davis Conservation Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 16, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations focused on wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and outdoor recreation projects in Northern New England, particularly in the Northern Forest and Gulf of Maine regions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Municipal Grants in Aid Program
Contact for amount
Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to Vermont municipalities for implementing road improvements that reduce erosion and enhance water quality in compliance with environmental regulations.

Environment
City or township governments
VHCB Water Quality Grant
$50,000
Vermont Housing and Conservation Board (VHCB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2025

This program provides financial support to Vermont farms and eligible non-farm entities for capital improvements that enhance on-farm water quality and reduce nutrient runoff.

Environment
Nonprofits
Leopold Conservation Award – New England
$10,000
Sand County Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This award recognizes and rewards private landowners in New England who implement exceptional conservation practices that improve soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat on their farms, ranches, or forestlands.

Environment
Individuals
Catalyst Program Grant
$3,000,000
Northern Border Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports rural communities in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont by providing financial assistance for projects that stimulate economic growth, improve infrastructure, and enhance local services in areas with fewer than 5,000 residents.

Community Development
State governments
Northeast Kingdom Fund
$5,000
Vermont Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 5, 2025

This grant provides funding to local nonprofits, schools, and municipal entities in Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties to support community-driven projects that enhance the quality of life for residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Timber for Transit Program
$5,000,000
Northern Border Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Nonprofits
The Dairy Farm Improvement & Modernization Grant
$100,000
Vermont Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to dairy farmers and related organizations in the Northeast to improve farm operations, enhance milk quality, and address climate challenges.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant
Contact for amount
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Vermont that are planting native trees and shrubs along waterways to improve water quality and restore natural habitats.

Environment
Nonprofits
Forest Economy Program
$1,000,000
Northern Border Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Dam Removal Design and Implementation Block Grant
$1,250,000
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the design and removal of dams in Vermont, aimed at improving water quality and enhancing public access to waterways.

Environment
Nonprofits
Clean Water Workforce Capacity Development Grant
$35,000
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 30, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen clean water organizations in Vermont by enhancing their capacity for community engagement, administrative efficiency, and workforce development.

Capacity Building
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Grow Grants
$4,000
The Grassroots Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 1, 2024

This funding opportunity supports grassroots community groups in New England that focus on environmental initiatives and social justice, providing financial assistance for projects led by volunteers or small teams.

Environment
Nonprofits
South Lake Champlain Fund
$7,500
Vermont Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 23, 2026

This fund provides financial support for educational and research projects that promote the environmental health and cultural heritage of the southern Lake Champlain area, particularly those engaging local experts and communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$35,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 3, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support businesses, organizations, and individuals in Vermont working to improve the competitiveness of specialty crops through various projects that benefit multiple stakeholders in the agricultural community.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Park and Ride Program Grant
Contact for amount
Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This program provides funding to Vermont municipalities for the development of safe and convenient Park and Ride facilities to encourage carpooling and reduce vehicle emissions.

Transportation
City or township governments
UMATR Municipal Grants
$10,000
Upper Missisquoi and Trout Rivers Wild & Scenic Committee
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 21, 2024

This program provides financial support to municipalities in Vermont to improve water quality and protect the scenic and natural resources of the Upper Missisquoi and Trout Rivers.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Spark Connecting Community Grant Program
$5,000
Vermont Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This grant provides funding to grassroots initiatives in Vermont that foster community connections and social collaboration, particularly in underrepresented counties, with a focus on projects led by small organizations.

Community Development
Nonprofits