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Pennsylvania Natural Resources Grants

Explore 39 grant opportunities

Section 319 Nonpoint Source (NPS) Management Grants
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in Pennsylvania for projects aimed at reducing nonpoint source pollution and improving water quality in impaired watersheds.

Environment
County governments
Community Conservation Partnerships Program Grants
$500,000
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and limited for-profit businesses in Pennsylvania for projects that improve recreational spaces, conserve natural resources, and revitalize communities.

Natural Resources
County governments
Land Acquisition and Conservation
Contact for amount
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local governments, educational institutions, and qualified nonprofits in Pennsylvania to acquire land for public parks and conservation efforts, enhancing community recreation and protecting vital ecosystems.

Recreation
County governments
Community and Watershed Forestry Program
Contact for amount
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical support to municipalities, non-profits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance local conservation and urban forestry through the establishment of riparian buffers, native habitats, and community tree initiatives.

Environment
County governments
State and Regional Partnerships
Contact for amount
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, regional municipal entities, and state-designated Heritage Areas in Pennsylvania to enhance recreation, park management, and conservation efforts through various projects focused on education, planning, and implementation.

Recreation
City or township governments
Park Rehabilitation and Development
Contact for amount
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania for projects that improve public parks, recreational facilities, and access to waterways, enhancing community outdoor spaces and environmental sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
Community Recreation and Conservation Planning
Contact for amount
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania to plan and develop parks, recreation facilities, and conservation projects that enhance community well-being and ecological sustainability.

Recreation
County governments
Colcom Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Colcom Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2025

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This grant provides funding for collaborative projects between arts organizations and non-arts organizations in the Southern U.S. to creatively address health and wellness challenges in their communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Growing Greener Plus Grant
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This grant provides funding for projects that improve and protect Pennsylvania's water resources, focusing on watershed restoration, stormwater management, and addressing abandoned mine drainage, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Louis J. Appell, Jr., Preservation Fund for Central Pennsylvania
$15,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public agencies and nonprofit organizations in Central Pennsylvania for the preservation and protection of culturally significant properties through restoration and public education initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Flood Mitigation Program
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2025

This program provides competitive funding to Pennsylvania municipalities, nonprofits, and other eligible organizations for projects that prevent and mitigate flooding, helping to protect property and infrastructure across the state.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Sewage Facilities Program (SFP)
$100,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities and eligible organizations in Pennsylvania for planning activities that ensure compliance with state sewage facility requirements, promoting public health and environmental protection.

Environment
City or township governments
Montco 2040 Implementation Grant Program in Pennsylvania
$350,000
Montgomery County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 21, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, to implement projects that enhance community connectivity, sustainability, and economic vibrancy in line with the county's comprehensive plan.

Employment Labor and Training
City or township governments
Conservancy Public Benefit Improvements Grants 2025
$50,000
Commissioners of Chester County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on land conservation and preservation for projects that improve public access to trails and natural areas in Pennsylvania.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Conservancy Acquisition Grants
Contact for amount
Commissioners of Chester County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Chester County, Pennsylvania, to acquire land or conservation easements that promote public benefits like natural area preservation, farmland conservation, and recreational access.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Centre PACT Grant
$5,000
Centre Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 13, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Centre County, Pennsylvania, to support projects that benefit youth by addressing issues like mental health, educational equity, and access to extracurricular activities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
The Centre PACT Grant Program
$5,000
Centre Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 12, 2024

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Centre County, Pennsylvania, to support projects that positively impact local youth, focusing on areas like mental health, educational equity, and access to extracurricular activities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
The Kids Trust Fund Grant
$100,000
The Kids Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in nine Pennsylvania counties that offer programs and services for young children affected by abuse, focusing on creating safe and joyful environments.

Environment
Nonprofits
Emerging Philanthropist Program Endowment Fund 2024
$10,000
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2025

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations delivering mental health services in Cumberland and Dauphin Counties, Pennsylvania, with a focus on measurable impact and community inclusivity.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
University Center at Harrisburg Grant Fund in Pennsylvania
$10,000
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in specific Pennsylvania counties to develop workforce skills and enhance economic development initiatives.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits