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2025/26 Effectiveness Monitoring Committee Request for Research Proposals to test the California Forest Practice Rules and related regulations
$928,334
Board of Forestry
State

Application Deadline

May 21, 2025

Date Added

Mar 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports scientific research projects that evaluate the effectiveness of California's forest management regulations, targeting a wide range of applicants including government agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations focused on sustainable land management.

Agriculture
Small businesses
Clean Vessel Act Grant Program
Contact for amount
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 24, 2025

This program provides funding to marinas and facilities that offer public access to sewage pumpout services, helping to reduce water pollution by improving waste disposal from vessels.

Environment
Small businesses
Shell LiveWIRE Louisiana Accelerator Program
Contact for amount
Shell
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 2, 2025

This program provides free resources and training to help micro and small business owners in select Louisiana parishes, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, grow and sustain their enterprises.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Endangered Species Act Conservation Planning Grant Program (Nontraditional Section 6)
$1,000,000
Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to state and local organizations for large-scale conservation planning and land acquisition efforts to protect endangered species and their habitats in California.

Environment
Small businesses
California STEP Grant – Y11 Round 2
$10,000
Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Sep 28, 2025

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This program provides financial support to California-based small businesses to help them expand their international export activities through reimbursements for trade missions, marketing, and training.

Agriculture
Small businesses
2025 Boulder County Soil Health Initiative
$1,000,000
Boulder County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 18, 2024

This funding opportunity supports agricultural producers in Boulder County to implement innovative soil health projects that promote sustainable practices and enhance climate resilience.

Natural Resources
Small businesses
2024 Establishing Large Forests (ELF)
$4,500,000
Dept of Environ Conservtion
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 4, 2024

This funding opportunity supports private landowners in New York State to establish new forested areas of at least five acres, promoting climate change mitigation and environmental sustainability.

Environment
Small businesses
CAL FIRE Forest Health
Contact for amount
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects that restore and enhance California's forests to improve resilience against climate change, reduce wildfire risks, and promote better water and air quality.

Environment
Small businesses
Recycled Glass Processing Incentive Grant Program, FYs 2024–25 and 2025–26
$4,000,000
Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 18, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations that can expand glass recycling facilities in California, encouraging the increased processing of recycled glass for new beverage containers.

Environment
Small businesses
Innovation Ecosystem Program 2025
$500,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center (MassCEC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Massachusetts-based organizations that help early-stage climatetech startups grow and innovate, covering various operational and developmental expenses.

Environment
Small businesses
ECOSYSTEM Grants
$100,000
NC IDEA
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity supports organizations in North Carolina that create innovative programs to strengthen local entrepreneurial ecosystems and promote economic growth.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Small businesses
Increased Recycling of Empty Glass Beverage Containers Grant Program, FY 2024–25
$2,000,000
Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 13, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to help local governments, tribal entities, and organizations establish pilot programs for collecting and recycling empty glass beverage containers from restaurants and retail establishments.

Environment
Small businesses
Town of Provincetown Tourism Fund Grant Program 2026
Contact for amount
Town of Provincetown
Local

Application Deadline

Dec 2, 2024

Date Added

Nov 12, 2024

This grant provides funding for marketing initiatives that promote events in Provincetown, particularly those that attract visitors during off-peak seasons and enhance community collaboration and diversity.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Downtown Building Security Program
Contact for amount
Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2025

Date Added

Nov 12, 2024

This grant provides financial assistance to property and business owners in Downtown Fond du Lac to enhance safety through the installation of surveillance cameras and emergency access lock boxes.

Safety
Small businesses
Reusable Beverage Containers Infrastructure Grant Program (FY 2022-23)
$23,750,000
Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 4, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, tribal entities, and for-profit businesses in California to establish a deposit-return system for reusable glass beverage containers, promoting a sustainable circular economy.

Environment
Small businesses
Regenerate NY Forestry Cost Share Program
$4,500,000
Dept of Environ Conservtion
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations and individuals in New York State for forestry projects that promote environmental sustainability and improve forest health.

Environment
Small businesses
Wolf-Livestock Compensation Grant Program
$600,000
Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 28, 2024

This program provides financial compensation to livestock producers for confirmed or probable losses due to wolf attacks, while also encouraging the implementation of nonlethal deterrent strategies to reduce future conflicts.

Agriculture
Small businesses
City of Snohomish Lodging Tax Grant Program 2025
$10,000
City of Snohomish
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations and event planners for innovative projects that attract visitors to Snohomish, particularly those that encourage overnight stays and boost the local economy during the off-season.

Infrastructure
Small businesses
CCCC Project Grant Program 2025
$3,500
Clackamas County Cultural Coalition
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This program provides funding to support projects that enrich the arts, heritage, and humanities for residents of Clackamas County, Oregon, encouraging community participation and collaboration.

Natural Resources
Small businesses
Dam Safety and Climate Resilience Local Assistance Program
$47,500,000
Department of Water Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to dam owners in California for the repair and improvement of aging dams to enhance safety and restore water storage capacity amid climate challenges.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Small businesses