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State Natural Resources Grants

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FY25 Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant
$500,000
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to Massachusetts municipalities for acquiring and developing parkland, focusing on enhancing recreational opportunities and climate resilience, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
City or township governments
Division of Boating and Waterways 2026 Boating Infrastructure Grant
$1,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to support the construction and renovation of public facilities for transient recreational boaters, enhancing access to waterways and promoting economic development along the waterfront.

Environment
City or township governments
Recreational Trails Program
$2,000,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 16, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to government agencies and nonprofit organizations in Florida for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and related facilities to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Reclamation and Development Grants Program (RDGP) Project Grants
$500,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to Montana cities, counties, tribal governments, and state agencies for projects that restore natural resources or address urgent environmental issues related to mineral development and other critical state needs.

Environment
County governments
Growing Greener Plus Grant
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This grant provides funding for projects that improve and protect Pennsylvania's water resources, focusing on watershed restoration, stormwater management, and addressing abandoned mine drainage, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Grant
$25,000
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations, schools, and tribes in Wisconsin to develop and implement programs that promote safe and ethical hunting practices, particularly targeting adults, women, and families.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Coastal Partnership Initiative (CPI)
$60,000
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides funding to Florida's coastal counties, municipalities, and eligible organizations to support projects that protect and manage coastal resources, enhance community resilience, and improve public access to coastal areas.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wildlife Corridor and Fish Passage
$5,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This grant provides funding for projects that improve wildlife and fish passage by constructing or modifying infrastructure, restoring habitats, and removing barriers, particularly in areas affected by drought.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Rural Economic Action Plan Grant Program
$150,000
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to small Oklahoma communities and public entities for essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects, prioritizing those with limited resources and populations of 7,000 or fewer.

Infrastructure
County governments
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
$2,000,000
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides matching funds to state and local governments in Virginia for acquiring and developing public outdoor recreation sites and facilities, ensuring they remain accessible for public use.

Environment
City or township governments
Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP)
Contact for amount
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments and non-profit organizations for projects that improve water quality, enhance flood resilience, and protect drinking water sources across the state.

Environment
City or township governments
Small Forestland Grant Program
$300,000
Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 7, 2025

This program provides funding to local organizations and agencies in Oregon for projects that enhance wildfire preparedness and forest health on private forestlands.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
ISGP 4 Restoration and Resiliency
$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 educational institutions in New York State for projects that restore native ecosystems and enhance resilience against invasive species.

Environment
City or township governments
State and Regional Partnerships
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, regional municipal entities, and state-designated Heritage Areas in Pennsylvania to enhance recreation, park management, and conservation efforts through various projects focused on education, planning, and implementation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Action Grant
Contact for amount
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Massachusetts municipalities and eligible entities for climate adaptation projects that enhance resilience against environmental challenges like extreme weather and flooding.

Environment
City or township governments
Long Island Sound Ecosystems Grant Program
$1,500,000
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 13, 2025

This program provides funding for habitat restoration and green stormwater infrastructure projects in Connecticut's coastal and watershed areas to improve ecological resilience and water quality.

Environment
Nonprofits
2027 Community Parks and Playgrounds Program Grant
Contact for amount
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Maryland's cities and towns for the development and improvement of public parks and recreational spaces, particularly benefiting children and underserved communities.

Recreation
City or township governments
Invasive Species Mitigation Weed Control Grant
$75,000
Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 8, 2025

This grant provides funding for various organizations and individuals in Utah to combat invasive plant species through detection, control, and restoration efforts.

Community Development
City or township governments
Park Rehabilitation and Development
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania for projects that improve public parks, recreational facilities, and access to waterways, enhancing community outdoor spaces and environmental sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
Household Hazardous Waste Grant, HD44 (Construction)
$250,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and agencies in California for the construction and expansion of facilities that safely collect and manage household hazardous waste.

Environment
City or township governments