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Advancing 30ร—30 in Coastal Waters
$2,000,000
California Ocean Protection Council (OPC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 19, 2025

Date Added

Jun 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that advance the conservation of California's coastal waters, particularly benefiting local agencies, universities, nonprofits, and Native American tribes.

Environment
Native American tribal organizations
National Outreach and Communications Program
$26,000,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to a wide range of organizations, including governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions, to promote recreational fishing and boating participation while enhancing conservation and safety efforts.

Recreation
State governments
Trees for Kids Grant Program
$2,500
Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This program provides funding to schools and local governments for tree planting projects that engage youth in environmental education and conservation efforts.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Norm Winn Memorial Conservation Grant
$25,000
Keta Legacy Foundation (KLF)
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Pacific Northwest for innovative projects focused on environmental conservation, preservation, and restoration efforts.

Environment
Nonprofits
Regular Grants
$50,000
Thornton S. Glide Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations in the U.S., particularly in California, to acquire capital assets for projects focused on animal protection, wildlife conservation, agriculture, environmental preservation, and the arts.

Animal Welfare
Nonprofits
2025 Wildfire & Forest Resilience Directed Grant Program
$10,000,000
Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This funding opportunity supports public agencies, nonprofits, and tribal entities in California's Sierra-Cascade Region to implement wildfire prevention and forest resilience projects that benefit vulnerable communities.

Natural Resources
State governments
Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program (GOSP)
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR) Coastal Resources Divsion
State

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Georgia for projects that protect and enhance natural resources, parks, and outdoor recreation areas.

Natural Resources
State governments
Virginia Land Conservation Foundation Grant 2026
$15,316,881
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that aim to conserve Virginia's farmland, forestland, historic sites, natural areas, and open spaces.

Environment
State governments
Pioneer Funding Track
$600,000
Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (BARD)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative agricultural research projects that foster collaboration between U.S. and Israeli researchers, addressing practical challenges in various agricultural sectors.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
BARD Aquaculture and Desert Farming Program
$600,000
Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (BARD)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research between Israeli and American scientists to advance sustainable aquaculture and desert farming practices, enhancing food security and ecological conservation.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Recreational Trails Program
$2,000,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to government agencies and nonprofit organizations in Florida for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and related facilities to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
2026 REPI Challenge
$20,000,000
Department of Defense
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, conservation organizations, and private entities to protect military readiness and environmental resources by addressing land use conflicts and preserving habitats near Department of Defense installations.

Environment
State governments
Application schedule varies. Check the IDNR Grant Opportunities for application periods: https://dnr.illinois.gov/grants.html
$4,000,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to various organizations and groups in Illinois for projects aimed at reducing water pollution from nonpoint sources, such as agricultural runoff and urban stormwater.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Rural Water Assistance Fund Programย 
Contact for amount
Texas Water Development Board (TWDB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This funding initiative provides low-cost financial assistance to small rural utilities in Texas for essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Environment
City or township governments
State Water Implementation Fundย 
Contact for amount
Texas Water Development Board (TWDB)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 3, 2026

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans to local governments and nonprofit water supply corporations in Texas for projects that enhance water supply and conservation as outlined in the state's water plan.

Environment
City or township governments
Water Supply Reserve Fund Grants
Contact for amount
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2025

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Colorado water users, including municipalities and nonprofits, to tackle critical water supply challenges through various projects like planning, construction, and infrastructure maintenance.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Growing Greener Plus Grant
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This grant provides funding for projects that improve and protect Pennsylvania's water resources, focusing on watershed restoration, stormwater management, and addressing abandoned mine drainage, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Nebraska Environmental Trust (NET)
Contact for amount
Nebraska Environmental Trust (NET)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This grant provides funding for individuals, nonprofits, and organizations to undertake projects that protect and restore Nebraska's natural environment through various initiatives like habitat conservation, water protection, and waste management improvements.

Environment
Nonprofits
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Cultural and Paleontological Resource Management- Bureau wide
$30,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 11, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that preserve and enhance access to cultural and paleontological resources on public lands, targeting state and local governments, educational institutions, tribal organizations, and nonprofit groups.

Environment
State governments
FY25 Bureau of Land Management Youth Conservation Corps- Bureau wide
$210,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Bureau of Land Management)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 11, 2025

Date Added

Jun 11, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects that provide employment and training for young adults and veterans, helping them gain experience in environmental stewardship and resource management on public lands.

Natural Resources
State governments