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New York Environment Grants

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Farmland Protection Implementation Grants Program - Round 19
$2,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to eligible applicants for projects that protect agricultural land and support the sustainability of New York's farming industry.

Agriculture
County governments
2024 New York State Community Gardens Soil Testing Program
$40,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides free soil testing for community gardens in New York State to ensure food safety and promote soil health by analyzing heavy metals and nutrients.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Helen and Ritter Shumway Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Helen and Ritter Shumway Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support for conservation and historic preservation projects in Rochester, New York, and nearby areas, focusing on community improvement and capacity building.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
ISGP 1 Aquatic Species Prevent or Boat Decon.
$250,000
New York Dept of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Dec 17, 2025

Date Added

Oct 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to municipalities, non-profits, and academic institutions in New York State to implement projects that prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species through education, inspection, and boat decontamination efforts.

Environment
City or township governments
Cowles Charitable Trust Grant
$10,000
The Cowles Charitable Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2025

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on the arts, education, ethical journalism, medical and climate research, and select national and international initiatives.

Arts
Nonprofits
Fields Pond Foundation Grant Program
$25,000
Fields Pond Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides financial support to community-based nature and land conservation organizations in New England and upper New York State to advance impactful conservation projects that benefit the environment and local communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
2025 Zero Emission Vehicle Clean Vehicle
$7,500
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Feb 27, 2026

Date Added

Oct 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial rebates to New York State municipalities for the purchase or lease of new zero-emission vehicles to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the transportation sector.

Transportation
City or township governments
ISGP 1 Aquatic Invasive Species Spread Prevention or Boat Decontamination
$250,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Dec 17, 2025

Date Added

Oct 10, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and academic institutions in New York State for projects aimed at preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species through education, outreach, and direct action initiatives.

Environment
City or township governments
Stream Corridor Management Pilot Program
$2,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYS AGM)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 8, 2025

Date Added

Sep 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities in New York State for projects that protect and restore stream corridors, promoting ecological health and community engagement.

Environment
State governments
The David Prize
$200,000
The David Prize
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 31, 2026

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This grant provides financial support to innovative New Yorkers with bold ideas aimed at creating positive change in their communities across the five boroughs.

Community Development
Individuals
The Dairy Farm Improvement & Modernization Grant
$100,000
Vermont Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2025

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to dairy farmers and related organizations in the Northeast to improve farm operations, enhance milk quality, and address climate challenges.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Agriculture Energy Audit Program
$3,500,000
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Mar 14, 2024

This program provides free energy audits to eligible farms in New York to help them identify ways to save on energy costs and improve efficiency.

Agriculture
Exclusive - see details
Open Space Conservation Grant Program
$3,500,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 18, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports not-for-profit organizations, municipalities, and Indian Nations or Tribes in acquiring land for conservation and recreational purposes that enhance environmental sustainability and community resilience in New York State.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Donor Advised Funds
$1,000
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the northern Chautauqua region for projects that enhance community development and address local needs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Municipal Waste Reduction and Rcycling. Prgrm. 24
$2,000,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2027

Date Added

Nov 7, 2024

This program provides funding to municipalities in New York State for projects that improve recycling and waste management infrastructure, such as building facilities and purchasing equipment.

Environment
City or township governments
CAFO Enhanced Nutrient and Methane Management Program
$21,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to Soil and Water Conservation Districts to help CAFO-permitted farmers improve manure management practices, reduce methane emissions, and enhance nutrient conservation.

Agriculture
State governments
New York State Community Gardens Soil Testing Program
$40,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides free soil testing for community gardens in New York State to ensure food safety and promote healthy growth, targeting garden organizers and community groups.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
HRE Local Stewardship Planning Round 47
Contact for amount
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in New York State for planning projects that improve environmental stewardship and resilience within the Hudson River Estuary Watershed.

Environment
Nonprofits
Green Jobs for Youth - Skills Training
$250,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 28, 2026

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and Tribal groups in New York to train young people from disadvantaged communities for careers in clean energy and environmental conservation.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Grants to Protect the Environment of the Lake Champlain Basin
$10,000
Kelsey Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2025

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations and projects that protect the environment and support community needs within the Lake Champlain Basin.

Environment
Nonprofits