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Grants for Nonprofits - Natural Resources

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FY 2024 2026 - Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) Announcement Type: Initial
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC NOAA - ERA Production)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This grant provides funding for innovative research, education, and outreach projects that promote ocean exploration and enhance environmental literacy, particularly in diverse and hybrid learning environments.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Capital Equipment Assistance Program
$150,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2025

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to Vermont farmers, custom operators, and non-profit organizations for purchasing innovative equipment that improves water quality and reduces agricultural waste runoff.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Planning and Capacity
Contact for amount
Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2026

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado-based organizations in developing innovative projects that enhance natural resource conservation, outdoor recreation, and community engagement, particularly focusing on equity and climate resilience.

Environment
City or township governments
San Joaquin River Conservancy
$6,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This grant provides funding to support the preservation and enhancement of the San Joaquin River's natural and cultural resources, focusing on property acquisition, habitat restoration, and improvements for public access and recreation.

Environment
Nonprofits
Agricultural Development Projects in North Carolina
$500,000
North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services
State

Application Deadline

Dec 22, 2025

Date Added

Aug 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit conservation organizations and county governments in North Carolina to assist farmers with projects that enhance agricultural production, sustainability, and economic development.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Environmental Engineering
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects that aim to reduce pollution and improve environmental and human health through interdisciplinary approaches in environmental engineering.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Klamath Basin Audubon Society Grants
$2,500
Klamath Basin Audubon Society
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This grant provides funding to local individuals and nonprofit groups for projects that promote community engagement with the area's natural resources, particularly focusing on birds and wildlife.

Environment
Nonprofits
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Eligibility Handbook
Contact for amount
Georgia Environmental Protection Agency
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 10, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to states for projects that ensure safe drinking water and promote innovative solutions to address public health and environmental challenges.

Health
State governments
Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Program
$6,087,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 14, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that enhance climate resilience, protect wildlife habitats, and improve water management in California's communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Open Topics Broad Agency Announcement
$10,000,000
Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This funding opportunity supports private sector organizations, including small businesses and nonprofits, in developing innovative environmental technologies and methods to enhance military readiness and resilience for the U.S. Department of Defense.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF)
Contact for amount
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans to states and eligible entities for various water quality improvement projects, including wastewater treatment and stormwater management, to enhance public health and environmental sustainability.

Environment
Nonprofits
Colorado Water Plan Grants
$36,700,000
Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2025

Date Added

Jul 29, 2025

This program provides funding to various entities, including local governments and nonprofits, to support projects that improve water management and conservation efforts across Colorado.

Natural Resources
State governments
Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 10, 2025

Date Added

Oct 28, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects that restore and sustain rivers, streams, and grasslands in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas, benefiting various wildlife species and encouraging collaboration with landowners and conservation partners.

Environment
Nonprofits
Norm Winn Grant
$25,000
Keta Legacy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations to undertake projects that conserve, preserve, or restore the environment in specific regions of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington.

Environment
Nonprofits
Solid Waste Management Grant Program
$4,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Rural Utilities Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, public bodies, and tribes to improve solid waste management in rural areas, focusing on reducing pollution and enhancing sustainability practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction
$10,000,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding program provides financial assistance to community water systems in California for constructing and improving water infrastructure to ensure safe and clean drinking water for residents, particularly those in need.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Source Water Buffer Program
$5,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to support the establishment of protective vegetated buffers on farmland near critical water sources in New York State, helping to safeguard public drinking water and improve water quality.

Environment
City or township governments
Time Land Purchase Grant Program
$100,000
This is My Earth (TiME)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 16, 2025

This grant provides financial support to conservation NGOs worldwide for purchasing and protecting land that is vital for biodiversity and at risk of destruction.

Environment
Nonprofits
Environmental Research & Education Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Environmental Research & Education Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2025

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects that improve sustainable solid waste management practices, focusing on climate change, emerging contaminants, and materials recycling.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Forestry Assistance Grant
$60,000
New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2024

This funding opportunity supports urban and community forestry projects aimed at increasing tree canopy in disadvantaged communities, available to public colleges, universities, and tribal entities in New Mexico.

Environment
Nonprofits