GrantExec

Natural Resources Grants

Explore 1,593 grant opportunities for natural resources initiatives

Division of Boating and Waterways Public Beach Restoration Grant Program
$11,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation (DBW)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to public agencies in California for projects that combat shoreline erosion and restore public beaches.

Environment
State governments
Open Space Conservation
$3,500,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Feb 18, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, non-profit organizations, and Indian Nations in New York State for purchasing land to protect natural resources, enhance outdoor recreation, and improve climate resilience.

Environment
City or township governments
Science for Nature and People Partnership (SNAPP) Request for Proposals
$1,000,000
Science for Nature and People Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 6, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This grant provides funding for interdisciplinary teams of scientists, policymakers, and practitioners to develop practical solutions for nature conservation and human well-being challenges.

Environment
Individuals
Division of Boating and Waterways Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program
$11,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California public agencies for projects that address shoreline erosion and enhance coastal restoration efforts.

Environment
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant
$75,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments and private businesses for the installation and maintenance of sewage disposal stations to promote environmentally responsible boating in California.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Division of Boating and Waterways Sewage Management Operation and Maintenance Grant
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 19, 2025

This program provides financial support to marina operators in California for the maintenance and operation of sewage pumpout systems, ensuring responsible waste management for recreational boaters.

Environment
Small businesses
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Floating Restroom Grant Program
Contact for amount
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Dec 19, 2025

Date Added

Nov 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to government entities managing public lakes and reservoirs in California to install and maintain ADA-accessible floating restrooms for boaters.

Environment
City or township governments
The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
$25,000
The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Nov 18, 2025

This grant provides financial support for conservation projects focused on threatened species worldwide, prioritizing efforts that protect animals, plants, and fungi in their natural habitats.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Mines Metals Capacity Expansion Piloting Byproduct Critical Minerals and Materials Recovery at Domestic Industrial Facilities
$75,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (National Energy Technology Laboratory)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2025

Date Added

Nov 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S.-based entities to develop and operate pilot projects that recover critical minerals and materials from industrial waste, reducing reliance on foreign imports and enhancing domestic supply chain security.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA): Mine of the Future - Proving Ground Initiative
$40,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (National Energy Technology Laboratory)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2025

Date Added

Nov 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S.-based institutions to develop advanced mining technologies and establish proving grounds that will enhance the domestic supply chain of critical minerals while promoting safety and environmental sustainability.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Healthy American Forests Initiative
$2,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 13, 2026

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This grant provides funding for projects that restore and manage forests on National Forest System lands, benefiting local economies and reducing wildfire risks while promoting ecological health.

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

Application Deadline

Feb 25, 2026

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
Nature-Based Approaches for Concentrate and Salinity Management
$250,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research on using constructed wetlands to effectively manage reverse osmosis concentrate and salinity, targeting researchers, academic institutions, and organizations focused on water treatment solutions.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
2025 Healthy Forest Initiative Grant Program
$500,000
Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 9, 2026

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible organizations in Arizona for projects that enhance wildfire prevention, forest health, and community preparedness across various land jurisdictions.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
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
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
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
Recreational Trails Program
$100,000
Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks
State

Application Deadline

Jan 16, 2026

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This program provides funding to support the development and maintenance of recreational trails and facilities across Montana, benefiting both motorized and nonmotorized trail users.

Recreation
County governments
Advancing Non-Evaporative Cooling Technologies in the CII Sector
$170,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This grant provides funding for research to develop and assess non-evaporative cooling technologies in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors, helping to conserve water resources in the Colorado River Basin.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Ensuring Resilient Source Water Protection Programs under Extreme Events and in a Changing Climate
$200,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for water utilities and organizations to develop strategies that protect source water from the impacts of extreme weather and climate change.

Environment
City or township governments

Filter by Location

Explore Natural Resources grants by geographic coverage

Filter by Funding Source

Find Natural Resources grants by their funding source

Filter by Eligibility

Find Natural Resources grants for your organization type