Louisiana Environment Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Southeast Louisiana for community-driven projects that improve flood management, resilience, and water quality in underserved areas.

This funding opportunity provides $250 to public schools and local community organizations for creating and expanding school garden projects that promote environmental and nutritional education.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, to create summer programs that enrich children's lives and promote environmental awareness for ages 3 to 16.

This grant provides financial support to non-profits, educational institutions, and local governments in Louisiana for historic preservation projects, particularly in rural areas, to help document and protect the state's cultural heritage.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Orleans Parish for citywide tree planting projects, contributing to the goal of planting 40,000 new trees by 2030.

This grant provides funding to Louisiana municipalities and parishes for beautification projects that enhance public spaces through the planting of native plants and landscaping improvements.

This grant provides financial support to municipalities, parishes, and nonprofit organizations in Louisiana to implement waste reduction and recycling strategies at large outdoor events with over 1,000 attendees.

This grant provides funding to Louisiana-based organizations and entities for community projects that promote environmental health, litter prevention, and sustainable practices.

This grant provides microfunding to empower young people aged 15 to 24 in New Orleans to create and lead innovative climate action projects in their communities.

This program provides free resources and training to help micro and small business owners in select Louisiana parishes, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, grow and sustain their enterprises.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, municipalities, and community organizations in Louisiana to engage youth in community service projects that develop leadership skills and promote volunteerism.

This funding opportunity provides up to $25,000 to Louisiana-based nonprofits for innovative projects that improve community health and well-being.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve children and youth in Orleans Parish, Louisiana, helping cover operational costs and encouraging collaborative efforts among multiple organizations.

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana Primary Grants are typically awarded to existing organizations with annual revenue of $250,000 or more. Donor Name: Community Foundation of North Louisiana State: Louisiana County: Bossier Parish (LA), Caddo Parish (LA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/21/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Program Areas  The proposed program must align with one of the following program areas: Civic Engagement Economic Development Education Environment Health & Science Human Services Organizational Development. Grant Period The proposed program must begin no earlier than June 1, 2025 and end no later than December 31, 2026. Program length must be 12 months or less. Eligibility Criteria Geographic Area: Programs must serve Caddo and/or Bossier Parishes. IRS status: All applicants must have tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code or be described as an appropriate grantee for a community foundation under the IRS Code. An organization must have received its 501(c)(3) ruling letter from the IRS prior to applying for funding. Audit: If the organization’s prior year actual gross revenue was less than $750,000, a current financial compilation or review must be submitted with the letter of intent. If the organization’s prior year actual gross revenue was $750,000 or more, a current audit must be submitted with the letter of intent. Form 990: All applicants must be in good standing with the IRS regarding their Form 990 filing requirements.  A copy of the organization’s most recent Form 990 must be submitted as part of the Stage Two grant application. For more information, visit CFNL.

The Entergy Charitable Foundation is accepting applications for it Super Bowl LIX Legacy Grant Program. Donor Name: Entergy Charitable Foundation State: Louisiana County: Jefferson Parish (LA), Orleans Parish (LA), Plaquemines Parish (LA), Saint Bernard Parish (LA), Saint Charles Parish (LA), Saint James Parish (LA), Saint John the Baptist Parish (LA), Saint Tammany Parish (LA), Tangipahoa Parish (LA), Washington Parish (LA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Impact 59 Powered by Entergy is the Super Bowl LIX Legacy Program, created to leave a legacy of philanthropy and economic impact in the Greater New Orleans community. The NFL Foundation is teaming up with the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, the Entergy Charitable Foundation, New Orleans Saints, United Way of Southeast Louisiana, NOLA Coalition, and Ochsner Health to award a minimum of $3 million in grants to local nonprofit partners. Focus Areas Youth Development Providing mentoring and support to help youth achieve their full potential.  take a strong interest in the physical and mental well-being of the youth in communities. They support various initiatives that engage youth through sports, health clinics, fitness programs, and specialized training that develop their passions early. Workforce Training Offering workforce training to increase employability for underserved populations, including the formerly incarcerated, in accessing living wage jobs. Education Enhancing access to quality education for youth through contemporary learning programs and modalities that meet the expectations of today’s learners. Health & Wellness Improving access to health and wellness services for underserved communities. They  support health, nutrition, and food programs to reach vulnerable and underserved populations. Equity & Inclusion Improving the experiences of marginalized individuals and groups. They aim to guarantee fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all. This includes proactive efforts to create an environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of background or circumstances. Funding Information Grants ranging from $25,000 to $250,000. Eligible Parishes Nonprofits in the following ten parishes, including Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist, Plaquemines, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington, are eligible to apply for a one-time grant through the program. This grant could provide crucial financial support to your organization, helping you to continue your valuable work and make a meaningful impact in the community. Eligibility Criteria All applications must be submitted online. Eligible organizations must have 501c3 or equivalent nonprofit tax status for at least 24 months from the time of application (before July 2022). Collaborative projects must choose a 501c3 organization as the fiscal agent and submit the application on behalf of the cooperative. Programs must be in the implementation stage at the time of application to be eligible to receive grant funding. Organizations or collaborative projects with an annual operating budget below $500,000 are eligible to request financial support ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 through the Impact 59 Grant. Organizations with operating budgets above $500,000 can request up to a maximum award of $250,000. Only one program per agency can be considered for funding. An agency already applying for a program grant and serving as the fiscal agent for a nonprofit organization may also be listed as a member of a collaborative grant application. Organizations must have a non-discrimination policy that applies to staff, employment, governing board, gender identity, age, disability, and national origin. Religious organizations with a 501c3 status may apply, but the program must not promote any specific religion or belief. Local schools with a 501c3 or similar status may apply if the program’s focus addresses a community-focused need beyond the school’s scope. Organizations must submit one of the following financial reports to indicate their financial health: 1) a Financial Audit, 2) Financial Review, 3) Financial Compilation with footnotes, or 4) IRS 990. For more information, visit Entergy Charitable Foundation.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Louisiana Architectural Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: AIA Louisiana State: Louisiana County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Louisiana Architectural Foundation is a non-profit corporation formed in 1996. The Foundation works to advance Architecture in Louisiana by serving as a link between the public and the architectural profession. This linkage includes public awareness of Architecture, public support for Architecture, and public participation in processes that shape the environment. Types of Program Grants are available for a wide variety of programs that promote architecture in Louisiana. The Foundation is educationally oriented. The following types of programs will be considered for grant assistance. Books, pamphlets, brochures Museum programs Conferences Historic preservation Television/radio programs Public forums In-school architectural programs Architectural programs delivered to the general public For more information, visit AIA Louisiana.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Shreveport and Bossier City area of Louisiana that are focused on community development and improving the lives of local residents.

The Selley Foundation is seeking applications to improve the lives of people in the Greater New Orleans area. Donor Name: The Selley Foundation State: Louisiana County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Selley Foundation (Selley) is a donor-advised fund of the Greater New Orleans Foundation. Selley Trustees review grant requests in the areas of education, arts, and in certain cases the environment. Eligibility Criteria Selley supports nonprofits serving the greater New Orleans area with an emphasis on capital needs, but occasionally will consider programmatic requests. In the area of education, the Fund will support capital items and special programs for higher learning institutions and high schools with a record of excellence. In the arts & culture, the Fund will support organizations that strive for excellence. The Foundation does not Fund In general, Selley does not make grants to support athletics, annual operating funds or budgets, special events, or fundraising benefits. For more information, visit GNOF.

The Northshore Community Foundation is seeking applications Community Impact Grant Program to support innovative and impactful projects within community. Donor Name: Northshore Community Foundation State: Louisiana County: Saint Helena Parish (LA), Saint Tammany Parish (LA), Tangipahoa Parish (LA), Washington Parish (LA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funded by a generous anonymous donor, this grant aims to foster initiatives that address critical needs, promote positive change, and enhance the quality of life for residents. This grant is available to nonprofit organizations (must be a registered 501c3 entity) with focus areas including the following: projects that address areas such as education, healthcare, social services, environment, arts, and community development.  Criteria The Northshore Community Foundation makes grants to nonprofits providing services across region of St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Washington and St. Helena parishes. Selection criteria includes: Innovation: Originality and creativity of the proposed project.  Feasibility: Practicality and achievability of the proposed work.  Impact: Potential positive impact on the community.  Sustainability: Long-term viability and potential for sustained impact.  For more information, visit Northshore Community Foundation.

Pratt-Stanton Manor Funds to help older adults live dignified, meaningful, and independent lives. Donor Name: Greater New Orleans Foundation State: Louisiana County: Jefferson Parish (LA), Orleans Parish (LA), Plaquemines Parish (LA), Saint Bernard Parish (LA), Saint Charles Parish (LA), Saint James Parish (LA), Saint John the Baptist Parish (LA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Pratt-Stanton Manor helped older adults to live independent lives for over forty years, as a nonprofit assisted living facility for older adults in New Orleans. Recent trends show an increase in the number of adults 65 and over who fall below the poverty line. This is occurring at the same time that funding for older adult services is declining. They believe that, while it is important to invest to reverse this trend, it is also important to invest to help older adults live independently and with dignity. Pratt-Stanton Manor worked hard to provide high quality services. It created a happy and healthy environment for its residents so that they could enjoy fruitful and meaningful lives.  Priorities Priority will be given to organizations in three areas of work: serve older adults, especially those living below the region’s median income level; serve the most frail and dysfunctional older adults who are living independently; and address most basic needs, including food, housing, long term care, activities for daily living, improving general quality of life, and delaying the onset of disability. Eligibility Criteria  Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations that serve the Greater New Orleans region are eligible to apply for funding. Organizations that are not tax-exempt but have a fiscal sponsor relationship with a 501(c)(3) organization are also eligible. Specific Guidelines The following are examples of project or program needs:  To provide informal caregiver support–initiatives that support the work of unpaid caregivers, including friends and family.  To provide services and supports–basic needs and interventions designed to prevent or delay hospitalization.  To promote economic security–initiatives that help older adults manage their resources, or connect with benefits available to them.    The following are examples of capital needs:  To provide housing rehabilitation and repair services–home repairs and home modification programs designed to help older adults lead independent lives in their homes, or in independent care facilities.  To provide capital support for residential care and community-based facilities–capital projects aimed at developing a friendly home-like environment, including senior centers, adult day programs, and other facilities that provide non-institutional setting.  For more information, visit GNOF.