Florida grants for Nonprofits

The EPA South Florida Program provides competitive grants to address the immediate and emerging ecological pressures and threats to south Florida waters including fresh waters, estuaries, bays, and coral reef, central to south Floridas economic and ecological wellbeing. Aquatic ecosystems play a vital role supporting healthy and resilient estuaries, coastal, inland, and near-shore infrastructure by providing food, habitat, nutrient removal, water filtration, storm attenuation, carbon storage, shoreline stabilization, and other financial and tangible benefits.This NOFO solicits applications for the South Florida Program region that includes the 16-county area covered by the South Florida Water Management District as well as the Florida Keys, Florida Reef Tract, Caloosahatchee Estuary, Indian River Lagoon, St. Lucie Estuary, Florida Bay, and Biscayne Bay. Please refer to the map located in Appendix D of the NOFO.This NOFO supports the Special Studies/Research component for the South Florida Program. Special Studies are projects that provide information specific to management questions and concerns, inform policy, and provide understanding of south Florida aquatic ecosystems. Examples of eligible projects include, but are not limited to: supporting monitoring, research, or innovative restoration efforts for key species (e.g. coral, seagrass, sponges, mangroves, etc); research, investigation, and demonstration projects to mitigate harmful algal blooms; residential canal pollution reduction demonstration projects; innovative stormwater pollution reduction demonstration projects; water quality and benthic habitat monitoring; research and management strategies to address contaminants of emerging concern; identifying and understanding cause-effect relationships of pollutants in the environment; addressing specific management questions to protect sensitive ecosystems; applying innovative approaches, methods, or techniques to prevent, treat, and manage pollution from entering waterbodies; and investigating regional water quality impacts from pollution sources.

The St. Johns Cultural Council State of the Arts Grant Program, available to public school teachers and arts organizations in St. Johns County, Florida, offers up to six $1,500 grants for the development of new or enhanced artistic programs, covering costs such as production, materials, staff salaries, professional development, and insurance for public art projects.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Miami-Dade County that enhance existing programs and community outreach initiatives aimed at improving services for children and families.

This funding program provides financial support to public and private water providers, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations for projects that develop alternative water supplies and implement water conservation technologies in South Florida.

This grant provides funding to small nonprofit organizations in Collier County, Florida, to strengthen their operational capacity and sustainability through various capacity-building initiatives.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and qualified for-profits partnering with nonprofits to create public arts, culture, history, and heritage programs in Flagler County, Florida, during the summer of 2025.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Hillsborough County, Florida, for cultural programming that enhances community engagement and artistic vibrancy.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Key West and Stock Island, Florida, to assist economically disadvantaged individuals through initiatives in education, health, and human services.

This funding opportunity supports cultural projects in Florida that enhance arts education, develop underserved communities, or promote artistic initiatives, benefiting the public and aligning with the state's cultural goals.

This funding opportunity supports Florida-based public entities and nonprofit organizations in acquiring, renovating, or constructing facilities dedicated to the arts and culture, enabling them to host a variety of artistic programming and events.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Bay and Walton counties, Florida, for projects that enhance quality of life through cultural arts, education, environmental stewardship, and healthcare initiatives.

This funding initiative provides early-stage, unrestricted financial support to nonprofit organizations in Central Florida that are developing innovative projects in healthcare, education, and the arts.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods for improving local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible play spaces for community youth.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in Northeast Florida to support impactful community programs and projects that address local needs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, and community groups in Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties to promote water conservation and protect local drinking water sources through educational and hands-on projects.

This grant provides financial support and capacity-building resources to nonprofit organizations in the St. Petersburg area to strengthen their operational and strategic functions for improved community impact.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits in education, environmental initiatives, medical research, medical care, and human services, primarily in Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie Counties, FL, with some consideration for the Appalachian region and other areas.

This funding opportunity provides up to $100,000 to nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural events that enhance community engagement, promote local heritage, and stimulate economic growth in Hillsborough County.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Duval County that assist aging adults and their caregivers, focusing on improving the quality of life for those with limited incomes.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for artists and arts organizations in Monroe County, Florida, to create collaborative projects that address community challenges and promote cultural equity, particularly for underserved populations.