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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Environment

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Hudson River Estuary Local Stewardship Planning Grant
$30,548,053
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity supports municipalities and nonprofit organizations in the Hudson River Estuary region to implement projects that improve water quality, enhance environmental education, promote climate resilience, and foster stewardship of natural resources.

Environment
Nonprofits
Developing a Robust Framework for PFAS Source Identification and Characterization
$150,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This grant provides funding for research projects that develop methods to identify and characterize sources of PFAS contamination in water, aimed at helping utilities and regulators improve environmental monitoring and compliance strategies.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wildlife Preservation Fund
$5,000
East Tennessee Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities in Knox County, Tennessee, for projects that protect wildlife habitats and preserve natural landscapes without making structural changes to the land.

Environment
Nonprofits
Georgia Outdoor Learning Demonstration (GOLD) Grant
$5,000
Georgia Department of Education, administered by the Environmental Education Alliance, Inc.
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to schools and educators in Georgia to improve outdoor learning experiences for preK-12 students through various initiatives like professional development, schoolyard enhancements, and field trips.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
The U.S. Department of Energy AlgaePrize
$50,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Bioenergy Technologies Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This competition provides funding and support for U.S. high school and college student teams to develop innovative solutions in algal biofuels and bioproducts, fostering the next generation of bioeconomy professionals.

Energy
Individuals
Maintenance Grant
$3,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 16, 2026

This funding opportunity supports local governments, Tribes, and nonprofit organizations in Michigan to maintain and enhance community-based stream monitoring efforts that promote citizen science and environmental stewardship.

Environment
Nonprofits
Horticulture Fund Grant
$20,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 25, 2024

This funding opportunity supports research and training initiatives aimed at protecting Michigan's horticultural industry from plant pests and diseases, targeting faculty and staff from local universities and colleges.

Natural Resources
Private institutions of higher education
Good Roots Grants
$1,000
Alabama Power Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2026

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This program provides funding to Alabama cities, towns, and nonprofit organizations to improve local green spaces through tree planting and beautification projects that engage the community.

Environment
City or township governments
Climatetech Testing and Demonstration Assets Program
$5,000,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 11, 2025

This grant provides funding to Massachusetts-based nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and colleges to develop shared infrastructure and equipment that supports innovation and commercialization in the climatetech sector.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Nonpoint Source Program Grant
$500,000
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (WQCD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This program provides an opportunity for project sponsors to receive expert feedback on their water quality restoration or protection project ideas before applying for funding to address nonpoint source pollution.

Environment
Nonprofits
Youth Learning as Citizen Environmental Scientists (YLACES) Grants
$5,000
Youth Learning as Citizen Environmental Scientists
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2026

This grant provides funding to educators and organizations to empower K–12 students in the U.S. and internationally to conduct hands-on environmental research and share their findings through collaborative projects and events.

Environment
Nonprofits
2026 Recycling and Waste Diversion
Contact for amount
Georgia Environmental Protection Division (GAEPD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2024

This grant provides funding to local governments in Georgia to develop projects that increase recycling, reduce waste, and divert recoverable materials from the solid waste stream.

Environment
County governments
Solid Waste Management Grants
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Rural Development)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, public bodies, academic institutions, and Native American Tribes to deliver technical assistance and training for improving solid waste management and reducing environmental pollution in rural communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Bend Sustainability Fund
Contact for amount
City of Bend
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 13, 2025

This grant provides financial support for projects that enhance or protect tourism-related facilities in Bend, Oregon, benefiting both residents and visitors while promoting sustainable tourism development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Camp Maintenance Grant Program
$60,000
Gray Family Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This program provides funding for the maintenance and improvement of existing outdoor residential camp facilities in Oregon, prioritizing accessibility and support for youth-serving camps.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Carbon Reduction Program (CRP)
Contact for amount
Nebraska Metropolitan Area Planning Agency (MAPA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports small- to mid-sized transportation projects in Omaha that aim to reduce carbon emissions from roadways, targeting governmental bodies and organizations focused on sustainable infrastructure.

Transportation
City or township governments
RESTORE Colorado Program
Contact for amount
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 9, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions to implement large-scale habitat restoration projects across Colorado, focusing on ecological health, wildlife habitat enhancement, and climate resilience.

Environment
Nonprofits
Northern New York Community Foundation General Grant
Contact for amount
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations and initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Northern New York through projects in health, education, arts, community development, and more.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Washington State Volkswagen Federal Settlement Grant Program
$9,000,000
Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 7, 2025

This program provides funding to organizations in Washington State to replace or repower diesel-powered medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with all-electric alternatives, focusing on improving air quality in overburdened communities.

Environment
Nonprofits