Georgia Environment Grants

This grant provides funding to established nonprofit organizations in Georgia for impactful projects in health, education, and community development, with a focus on enhancing quality of life in metro Atlanta.

This funding opportunity is designed for organizations in specific CESU regions to assist the U.S. Army in managing and rehabilitating training lands at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield in Georgia, while promoting environmental sustainability and military readiness.

This program provides funding to local governments, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Georgia for projects that protect and enhance natural resources, parks, and outdoor recreation areas.

This program provides funding to local governments and eligible organizations in Georgia for projects that improve community transportation options, such as bike paths, pedestrian facilities, and streetscape enhancements.

This program provides funding to local nonprofit organizations and government entities in Cobb County, Georgia, to deliver essential public services that benefit low- and moderate-income individuals, addressing issues like homelessness, job training, and mental health support.

This grant provides financial support to 501(c)(3) organizations in the Metro Atlanta area for projects focused on education, the environment, arts, culture, humanities, health, and human services.

This program provides financial assistance to states for projects that ensure safe drinking water and promote innovative solutions to address public health and environmental challenges.

This program provides funding to states for various water quality projects, including the construction of treatment facilities and management of nonpoint source pollution, to improve water infrastructure and protect the environment.

This program provides funding to support tree planting and urban forestry projects in disadvantaged communities across Georgia, promoting long-term environmental benefits.

This fully-funded program empowers Georgia-based entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders from underserved communities by enhancing their leadership skills and providing resources to scale their ventures and create local economic impact.

This funding opportunity supports community gardens in metro Atlanta by providing financial assistance for infrastructure improvements and larger projects that promote sustainable food growing and community engagement.

This program provides financial support to local governments in Georgia for purchasing essential equipment and technology to enhance the capabilities of first responder agencies like police, fire, and emergency medical services.

This grant provides funding to local governments in Georgia to develop projects that increase recycling, reduce waste, and divert recoverable materials from the solid waste stream.

This grant provides financial support to visual artists residing in specific Georgia counties, enabling them to advance their creative projects without restrictions.

The Middle South Georgia Conservation District, a legal subdivision of the state of Georgia established in 1945, offers the Environmental and Agricultural Education Grant to promote education related to agriculture and natural resources within its nine-county service area. The grant supports educators from Pre-K to 12th grade and agricultural or natural resources-based entities in Ben Hill, Brooks, Colquitt, Crisp, Irwin, Thomas, Tift, Turner, and Worth counties. Applicants can request up to $1,000 for projects including tools, books, software, lab equipment, field trips, and the development of natural resource areas. Applications are due by September 30, 2024.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to schools and educators in Georgia to improve outdoor learning experiences for preK-12 students through various initiatives like professional development, schoolyard enhancements, and field trips.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities and educational institutions in Georgia for implementing strategies outlined in the Regional Water Plans, requiring a matching contribution from applicants.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Georgia that assist victims of floods and disasters, as well as those caring for the sick, helpless, and orphans.

The Youth Climate Action Fund to activate tens of thousands of young people ages of 15 – 24 years to design, produce, and govern urgent climate solutions in their cities Donor Name: City of Atlanta State: Georgia City: Atlanta Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/25/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: City of Atlanta, in partnership with 21st Century Leaders, will select projects that demonstrate youth-led innovations that support ambitious sustainability, clean energy and climate resilience goals. In addition to the microgrant program, the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability and Resilience will develop youth-focused activities such a youth climate action summit.  Projects eligible for microgrants may include: Youth-led awareness, education, research, and development initiatives, including: youth-led climate education programs; youth climate hackathons; youth-developed climate surveys and research; youth-informed clubs or curriculum; and youth-designed public art and awareness campaigns.  Youth-driven climate mitigation and adaptation projects, including: youth-led community gardening, tree planting, reforestation, and urban farming campaigns; youth-managed recycling and waste reduction programs; and youth-produced climate resilience workshops and disaster preparedness programs. Co-governed youth climate action plans, including: partnerships between city leaders and youth groups to inform climate-related policy ideas, decisions, or actions or the formation of youth climate ambassadors or advisory boards. Funding Information Award microgrants in the amount of $1,000 to $5,000.  Eligibility Criteria Open to Atlanta youth, ages 15 – 24 years old. Youth can submit applications individually or as a group. For more information, visit City of Atlanta.

Applications are now being accepted for the Richard C. Munroe Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: The Richard C. Munroe Foundation State: Georgia County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Richard C. Munroe Foundation prefers to fund specific project/capital need expenses rather than operating expenses as the funds are limited and they in no way guarantee the participation in future years. Unless a board member has specific information regarding an organization requesting a grant, foundation prefers to focus geographically on the metro Atlanta area as this facilitates the ability to monitor recipients. Finally, they prefer to focus on small organizations or programs, preferably with a 3-year operation history, and hope that the grants will provide leverage whereby the recipients can successfully solicit funds from larger charitable organizations. Focus Areas Human services (programs for at-risk youth and the impoverished), Arts (especially programs that will aid the at-risk population), Environment Funding Information Grants will typically be between $3,000 and $15,000. Guidelines If your organization feels it might qualify under the general guidelines as stated in the mission statement, you should submit the following: A letter (please try to limit it to one page) with the following information: Your primary mission The community you serve (homeless, at-risk youth, etc) The amount requested The specific reason for the request (capital funding, new program, etc) Completed Grant Application A copy of your IRS letter verifying your tax-exempt status (or that of your umbrella organization) Verification of ability to earmark grant for a specific purpose. Any additional attachments you wish to send for the review as they discuss your request. For more information, visit RCMF.