New York Natural Resources Grants

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

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.

This funding initiative provides financial support to counties, municipalities, and conservation organizations for acquiring agricultural conservation easements to protect viable farmland in New York from being converted to non-farm uses.

This program provides funding to support community development, workforce training, and sustainable business initiatives in the forest-based economy of rural areas in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont.

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.

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.

This program provides funding for community-driven conservation projects that improve water quality and habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, targeting local organizations, governments, and educational institutions.

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.

This grant provides funding to private landowners and nonprofit organizations in rural New York to restore and regenerate forestlands through various forestry practices, with a focus on supporting underserved communities.

This grant provides funding to East Hampton Town departments, villages, nonprofits, and commercial entities for projects that improve local water quality through pollution reduction and habitat restoration initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects in the Appalachian region that protect wildlife habitats and enhance ecological connectivity, targeting community organizations, municipalities, and tribal nations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, non-profit organizations, and Indian Nations in New York State for purchasing land to protect natural resources, enhance outdoor recreation, and improve climate resilience.

This program provides funding for projects that improve water quality and enhance recreational opportunities in key lakes and streams of Chautauqua County, targeting collaborations among local governments, non-profits, schools, and landowners.

This grant provides financial support to private landowners, non-profits, and Indian Nations in rural New York to promote forest regeneration and health through sustainable management practices.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.

This program provides funding to Soil and Water Conservation Districts to help farms manage nutrient runoff and reduce methane emissions through various conservation practices.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and local government units in the Bronx and Manhattan to deliver mobile outreach services focused on harm reduction for individuals who use drugs and face barriers to care.

This program provides funding to various organizations and individuals in New York State for forestry projects that promote environmental sustainability and improve forest health.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is offering grants to local governments and Soil and Water Conservation Districts to assist in the initial planning of non-agricultural nonpoint source water quality improvement projects. The grants are also available for regulated MS4 Operators for mapping. The program supports projects like upgrading wastewater treatment systems and streambank stabilization. Applicants seeking planning grants for wastewater treatment systems should refer to the NYS DEC/EFC Wastewater Infrastructure Engineering Planning Grant Program. The program also focuses on projects affecting environmental justice and disadvantaged communities, and includes a variety of eligible report categories such as green infrastructure, stormwater retrofits, and stream culvert repair.

This funding opportunity provides $5 million each to two eligible regions in New York State to improve school food infrastructure, promote local farm products in school meals, and support workforce development in related fields.