Virginia Environment Grants

This program provides funding to local and state governments, transportation organizations, and similar entities to promote the use of transit, carpools, and vanpools, ultimately reducing traffic congestion and air pollution in Virginia.

This grant provides Virginia landowners who harvest timber with a tax credit for preserving streamside forest buffers, promoting water quality protection while incentivizing sustainable forestry practices.

This program provides funding for events that raise awareness about the restoration and protection of natural resources in the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's watersheds, targeting nonprofits and community organizations.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Winchester, Virginia, and nearby areas that enhance community well-being through programs in arts, education, health, and other charitable initiatives.

This program provides funding for innovative projects that enhance Virginia's coastal fishery resources, specifically targeting individuals in the fishing industry who seek to improve conservation and efficiency through practical initiatives.

This grant provides financial support to Virginia-based nonprofits focused on arts, culture, education, and human services, helping them enhance their programs and operations.

This program provides funding for community organizations in Richmond to implement climate resilience projects that benefit historically underserved neighborhoods.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. states, territories, and eligible Indian tribes for implementing approved plans to prevent and manage invasive aquatic species.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and government agencies in specific Virginia counties and cities to implement projects that improve water quality, conserve land, and promote environmental education.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Michigan, Minnesota, and Virginia that focus on addressing hunger, supporting military heroes, and promoting community engagement and career training.

This grant provides funding to local nonprofits in Williamsburg to support a variety of community projects and initiatives that enhance the quality of life in the area.

This grant provides funding to small grassroots nonprofit organizations in Vermont, North Carolina, Southwest Virginia, and New York City that are focused on creating equitable solutions to social and environmental challenges.

This grant provides funding to states, territories, and Tribes to monitor beach water quality and inform the public about safety during recreational activities in coastal waters.

This program provides funding to Virginia local governments to promote and strengthen agriculture and forestry industries through strategic planning and innovative initiatives.

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.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Virginia, focusing on assisting the visually impaired and delivering medical care to low-income individuals.

This program provides funding and support for energy efficiency upgrades to nonprofit, municipal, and small business facilities in under-resourced communities of Southwest Virginia.

This grant provides funding to established organizations in southeastern Virginia for new programs or facility improvements that promote cultural, economic, educational, environmental, and health initiatives.

The Chesapeake Oyster Innovation Award Program, offered by the Chesapeake Bay Trust and supported by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, aims to increase knowledge of the value of oysters, advance technologies for increasing oyster populations or aquaculture production, and improve oyster population monitoring techniques. This program supports projects in Maryland and Virginia and welcomes requests from members of the Chesapeake Oyster Alliance, including community organizations and both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. The grant awards up to $10,000, with applications due by September 19, 2024. Match is encouraged but not required.

The Home Office Giving Program aims to enhance the Greater Richmond, Virginia area, making it an ideal place for families by supporting underserved youth and/or adults in specified localities. Eligible nonprofits must focus on promoting education and workforce success, health and wellness, or fostering resilient communities. They should also demonstrate a clear need for their program based on demand or the population served. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual opening/ closing deadline: September 1st to October 15th, with nonprofits being informed of their application status by the following spring.