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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Natural Resources

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Building Better Forecasts: Improving Utility Demand Models with Climate, Development, and Socioeconomic Insights
$200,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for researchers to improve water demand forecasting models by incorporating insights from climate, socioeconomic factors, and land use, ultimately helping utilities better plan for future water needs.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Clean Boats, Clean Waters Grants
$3,000
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2025

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Michigan for educational projects aimed at preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species through community outreach and engagement.

Environment
Nonprofits
Soil Health and Optimizing Water (SHOW) Grant
$50,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 16, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to farmers, ranchers, nonprofits, and local governments in Colorado to improve soil health and optimize water management practices on agricultural lands.

Environment
Nonprofits
2026 Solid Waste Grant Program
Contact for amount
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2025

This program provides funding to Kansas counties, municipalities, universities, and certain private entities for projects that promote waste reduction, recycling, and public education in line with sustainable waste management practices.

Environment
County governments
Chi–Cal Rivers Fund
Contact for amount
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal governments, and educational institutions in the Chicago and Calumet region to implement conservation projects that improve waterways, enhance natural habitats, and engage communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Framework for Assessing Alternative Water Systems: Economic, Environmental, and Social Aspects
$300,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations and researchers for developing a comprehensive framework to evaluate and support alternative water systems, focusing on their economic, environmental, and social impacts.

Environment
City or township governments
Noxious Weed Trust Fund Grant Program
$225,000
Montana Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This program provides funding to support research, education, and local cooperative efforts aimed at managing and controlling noxious weeds across Montana.

Natural Resources
County governments
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Statewide Wood Waste Utilization Grant
$1,000,000
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations in Minnesota to develop innovative projects that utilize wood waste sustainably, promoting environmental benefits and economic growth.

Environment
Nonprofits
The GCA Zone VI Fellowship in Urban Forestry
$7,500
The Garden Club of America
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 12, 2024

This fellowship provides financial support to graduate and advanced undergraduate students in the U.S. who are studying urban forestry and related fields, promoting research and understanding of urban forests' ecological and societal benefits.

Natural Resources
Individuals
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
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
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
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
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
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
Pioneer Funding Track
$600,000
Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund (BARD)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Natural Areas Research Grant
$5,000
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This funding opportunity supports research projects that enhance the understanding and conservation of Ohio's unique aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, targeting educational institutions, conservation organizations, and local government entities.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Boating Infrastructure Grants
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Michigan municipalities and public entities for building and improving docking facilities for transient recreational boats, promoting public access and local economic growth.

Recreation
City or township governments