Texas Environment Grants

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in and around Dallas, Texas, focusing on initiatives in arts, education, health, and community services.

This program provides financial assistance to Texas public water systems for the identification and replacement of lead service lines to eliminate lead exposure risks in communities.

This funding opportunity supports public entities and nonprofit organizations in Texas to develop and maintain sustainable urban forestry programs that enhance community health and environmental resilience.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Texas that are focused on improving community health and wellness by addressing social determinants of health through various targeted initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports agricultural projects in Texas that aim to improve water conservation practices, enhance irrigation efficiency, and promote innovative technologies for sustainable farming.

This program provides funding to Texas state agencies and local governments to purchase or lease new vehicles powered by alternative fuels and to install refueling infrastructure, aiming to reduce emissions and promote cleaner energy use in their fleets.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to individuals, local governments, and businesses in Texas for replacing or upgrading older vehicles and equipment to reduce harmful nitrogen oxide emissions.

This program provides financial assistance to individuals and businesses in Texas to replace or upgrade their diesel and gasoline vehicles to cleaner natural gas-powered alternatives, helping to improve air quality and reduce emissions.

This program provides funding to individuals, businesses, and government entities in Texas for innovative projects that significantly reduce emissions from stationary sources, particularly in renewable energy and the oil and gas industry.

The 2025 Conservation Wrangler program, hosted by Texan by Nature, seeks to accelerate impactful conservation projects led by Texas-based organizations. The program supports up to six selected projects annually that demonstrate measurable benefits to people, prosperity, and natural resources. Selected projects receive 12–18 months of tailored program management and strategic guidance to enhance their reach and effectiveness. Eligible projects must be science-based, Texas-led, and demonstrate tangible conservation outcomes. They should engage diverse audiences and promote partnerships among community, business, and conservation organizations. Examples of eligible focus areas include wildlife, land, and water conservation across Texas geographies, from urban to rural settings. Selected projects are showcased during the annual Conservation Summit, offering visibility and networking opportunities. Participants in the Conservation Wrangler program are not guaranteed funding but gain strategic support such as program management, marketing assistance, content creation, and technical connections. Applicants must commit to collaborative participation, dedicate staff resources to achieve outlined goals, and present their work at the Conservation Summit. Applications are evaluated on a range of criteria, including impact, innovation, and measurable outcomes. The process requires detailed project descriptions, objectives, funding strategies, and impact metrics. Supporting documents, such as budgets, maps, and reports, are encouraged. Applications must be submitted in Word format by January 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST. For guidance, applicants can reach out to the program team for consultations before applying.

This grant provides funding to local nonprofit organizations in Georgetown, Texas, to address health needs and promote health equity for residents facing economic and social challenges.

This grant provides financial support to female visual artists in the Houston area to help fund their creative projects in contemporary art.

This funding opportunity supports arts education programs that nurture and develop the artistic talents of children throughout Texas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to recognized neighborhood councils in Houston for community beautification and improvement projects that enhance public spaces and foster community engagement.

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in Texas for building or improving public boat ramps and related facilities to enhance recreational boating access.

This program provides funding to public and non-profit organizations in Texas to support sustainable community forestry initiatives that promote healthy urban and community forests.

This grant provides funding for community-led projects in the Greater Houston area that promote electric transportation solutions and enhance access to clean mobility options for underserved populations.

The North Texas Community Foundation is offering Conservation and Environment Grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in selected counties, for projects focused on land and natural resource protection, conservation of native Texas species and habitats, and environmental education.

The East Texas Council of Governments is accepting applications for its Municipal Solid Waste Grants. Donor Name: East Texas Council of Governments State: Texas County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Local governments and special districts have the opportunity annually to receive grant funds from the East Texas Council of Governments funded by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Each year, the Solid Waste Program accepts applications for its annual Municipal Solid Waste grant funds to support regional waste minimization efforts in ETCOG’s fourteen (14) county region. Eligible Project Categories  Local Enforcement Projects which contribute to the prevention of illegal dumping Litter and Illegal Dumping Cleanup This includes community collection events Source Reduction and Recycling Local Solid Waste Management Plans Citizen’s Collection Stations and “Small” Registered Transfer Stations Household Hazardous Waste Management Technical Studies Educational and Training Projects. Eligible Entities  Cities and Counties  School Districts  Special Districts  For more information, visit ETCOG.

The Coastal Bend Community Foundation is accepting applications for grants. Donor Name: Coastal Bend Community Foundation State: Texas County: Aransas County (TX), Bee County (TX), Jim Hogg County (TX), Kleberg County (TX), Nueces County (TX), Refugio County (TX), San Patricio County (TX) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Donors in the Coastal Bend, through both current and testamentary gifts, have enabled the Foundation to enhance and improve the quality of life through grants to area nonprofit organizations. The Foundation’s grants from unrestricted funds cover a broad spectrum of projects from the Arts to Zoology. Focus Areas As a community foundation, CBCF awards grants in many focus areas that benefit all citizens of the Coastal Bend: Arts and Culture – including performing arts/music programs, museum exhibits/classes Education – including library services, GED and adult literacy, youth programs Environment – including animal welfare, park improvements, conservation Families and Children – including family, youth, and elderly programs Health – including medical and patient services programs, diabetes programs Human Services – including counseling, drug programs, food pantries, and shelters Public Good – including disaster relief, housing, and community development. Funding Priorities Programs that measurably raise the quality of life in the Coastal Bend Disadvantaged youth, elderly, and families Education and job creation projects that bring people out of poverty Projects that are not easily accomplished without Foundation funding Projects that result in increased funding from additional sources. Funding Information Through the Annual Grants process, the Foundation expects to award up to $400,000 in 2024. This year, there are two grant opportunities to choose from: A grant up to $10,000 to support general operations. Grant requests for general operations cannot be in excess of $10,000. OR A grant from $10,001 up to $25,000 to support expenses associated with a specific program or project serving vulnerable individuals and/or families. Geographical Areas All grant requests must be for services that are performed in CBCF’s seven-county service area: Aransas, Bee, Jim Wells, Kleberg, Nueces, Refugio, and San Patricio counties. For more information, visit CBCF.