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Grants for Special district governments - Natural Resources

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Recreational Trails Program
$50,000
Vermont Department of Forest, Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Vermont municipalities, nonprofits, and government entities for the development, restoration, and maintenance of public recreational trails, including projects for both motorized and non-motorized use.

Recreation
State governments
Rubberized Pavement Grant Program
$750,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This program provides funding to California local governments, tribal entities, and certain state agencies for projects that use recycled tire materials in roadways, bikeways, and park access, promoting environmental sustainability and waste tire diversion.

Environment
City or township governments
Clean Air Grants - On-Road Vehicles
$250,000
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This program provides funding to public, private, and nonprofit entities for replacing high-polluting diesel or CNG vehicles with zero-emission alternatives to improve air quality and public health in Santa Barbara County.

Environment
Nonprofits
Northern Great Plains Program
$1,500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and protect grasslands and wildlife in the Northern Great Plains, with a focus on supporting tribal communities and enhancing biodiversity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wisconsin Forest Fire Protection (ffp) Grant Program
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2023

This program provides financial support to Wisconsin fire departments and county fire associations to improve their capabilities in fighting forest fires through equipment, training, and resources.

Agriculture
City or township governments
Pathways Program
$300,000
Colorado Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Colorado organizations in addressing community challenges related to outdoor stewardship, equity, and climate resilience through collaborative planning and capacity-building initiatives.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
Municipal Food Scraps Recycling Grants
$1,250,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to New York State municipalities for developing or expanding food scraps recycling programs to promote sustainable waste management and reduce landfill waste.

Environment
City or township governments
Noxious Weed Program Annual Grants
$50,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, conservation districts, non-profit organizations, and private entities in Colorado for the eradication and management of harmful noxious weeds.

Environment
County governments
Section 319(h) Nonpoint Source Implementation Grant
Contact for amount
Kentucky Division of Water (DOW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 3, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to a variety of organizations, including local governments and nonprofits, to implement projects that reduce pollution from diffuse sources and improve water quality in Kentucky.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Forestry Grant Program
$100,000
Texas A&M Forest Service
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This program provides over $1.2 million in funding to support public and nonprofit entities in Texas for projects that enhance urban forestry, improve community resilience, and promote environmental health.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Lake Tahoe License Plate Program
$2,000,000
Nevada Division of State Lands (NDSL)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This grant provides funding to public agencies and non-profit organizations for projects that protect and improve the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits
Alaska Sustainable Salmon Fund
$2,500,000
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects focused on salmon conservation and subsistence initiatives in Alaska, targeting habitat restoration and monitoring efforts that benefit local communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
ISGP 1 Aquatic Invasive Species Spread Prevention or Boat Decontamination
$250,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and academic institutions in New York State for projects aimed at preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species through education, outreach, and direct action initiatives.

Environment
City or township governments
State Fire Capacity Grant Program
$225,000
United States Forest Service (USFS)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 15, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in California for community-level wildfire risk reduction projects, including hazardous fuels management, planning, and education initiatives.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Green Resiliency Grants
$1,500,000
New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to New York State municipalities and eligible organizations for implementing green infrastructure projects that improve water quality and enhance resilience against flooding and extreme weather events.

Environment
City or township governments
Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant
$375,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This program provides funding to support civil engineering projects in California that utilize recycled tire materials for various sustainable infrastructure applications.

Environment
County governments
Non-Motorized Trails Grants
$250,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible organizations in Colorado for projects that create, maintain, and enhance non-motorized trails, promoting public access and environmental stewardship.

Recreation
State governments
Hudson River Valley Greenway Conservancy Trail Grant
$250,000
New York State Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley (HRVG)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This grant provides financial support to municipalities and non-profit organizations in selected New York counties for various recreational trail projects, including construction, planning, rehabilitation, and educational initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
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
Yampa River Fund Grant
Contact for amount
Yampa River Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This grant provides financial support for projects that improve water security and restore the Yampa River ecosystem, targeting local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations involved in conservation and water management.

Environment
Nonprofits