Coastal Funding Database
Coastal Quest is excited to partner with the San Francisco Bay Joint Venture to bring you an expanded and more comprehensive database of funding opportunities!
The Coastal Funding Database (CFD) offers a wide range of public and private funding to support coastal resilience programs and projects benefiting people, nature, and the climate.
The CFD lists grant opportunities that support multi-benefit, nature-based solutions, including—but not limited to—conservation, restoration, and resilience at local, regional, national, and international scales.
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- Max Award Amount
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Updates to the table and filtering features are part of our ongoing effort to make the CFD user-friendly for coastal practitioners.
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| Area | Opportunity Name | Funder | Due Date | Max Award Amount | Added Date | Summary (consult full opportunity listing for eligibility and other important details) | Category | Website |
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| US National | Jeremiah Lucey Grant Program | The Leary Firefighters Foundation | Aug 15, 2026 | $25,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Jeremiah Lucey Grant Program supports fire departments across the United States by providing funding to enhance operational capacity and safety through targeted investments in personnel development and resources. The program is open to both paid and volunteer departments and focuses on strengthening preparedness and response capabilities. Funding covers training to support professional development and skill-building for firefighters; equipment purchases to ensure departments have high-quality, reliable gear to protect both responders and communities; and technology upgrades to help departments modernize and keep pace with advancements in emergency response tools. For questions, contact grants@learyfirefighters.org. | Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools, Wildfire | https://learyfirefighters.org/grant?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| US National | Open Call Grants | Clif Family Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Clif Family Foundation provides general operating support to nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (or fiscal sponsorship). It prioritizes organizations that align with the foundation’s values, demonstrate strong community ties, operate at the grassroots level, and have operating budgets under $8 million, with a primary focus on work in the United States and its territories. Funding supports advancing regenerative and organic farming practices; improving the health, safety, and working conditions of food production workers; supporting community-centered climate justice solutions; increasing access to healthy, sustainable, and culturally appropriate food; expanding inclusive access to safe outdoor spaces; and reducing pollution exposure by addressing toxics in air, water, soil, and materials. The program prioritizes community-driven efforts that build local power and advance systemic change in environmental, food, and public health systems. Applications are reviewed twice annually on March 1 and August 1. For questions, contact info@cliffamilyfoundation.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://cliffamilyfoundation.org/grants-program?mc_cid=cbba1d0cb8&mc_eid=136e1d6ff0&utm_campaign=cbba1d0cb8-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_GRANTS_2025_12_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=0_2cf5362fad-cbba1d0cb8-562212222 |
| US National | Grassroots Grant Cycle | Bell's Beer | Jul 31, 2026 | $5,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Grassroots Grant Cycle supports projects that protect and improve freshwater resources, with a particular focus on safeguarding the health of watersheds such as the Great Lakes. Rooted in a commitment to reducing water use impacts and maintaining water quality, the program extends support to broader initiatives that strengthen long-term water sustainability beyond the funder’s own operations. Program emphasis includes: protecting ecosystem health and biodiversity; improving water resource management to benefit public health and frontline communities; and advancing resilience and adaptation to climate-related water risks. The program prioritizes projects that deliver meaningful, scalable impacts on water quality, ecosystem integrity, and community well-being. For questions, contact bellsgives@bellsbeer.com. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://bellsbeer.com/grassroots-grant-cycle/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| US National | Tribal Heritage Grants Program | National Park Service | Jul 27, 2026 | $100,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Tribal Heritage Grants Program provides funding to Federally recognized Tribes, Alaska Native entities, and Native Hawaiian organizations to protect and promote cultural heritage and traditions. The program is shaped by Tribal priorities and supports projects that preserve and strengthen cultural knowledge and resources. Funding supports documenting and protecting oral histories and traditional knowledge; preserving culturally important plant and animal species; safeguarding and restoring sacred and historic places; supporting traditional skills and cultural practices; and establishing or strengthening Tribal Historic Preservation Offices. For questions, contact STLPG Staff at STLPG@nps.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.nps.gov/subjects/historicpreservationfund/tribal-heritage-grants.htm?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| California | Better Together Nature Positive Innovation Grant Program | PG&E | Jul 03, 2026 | $100,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Better Together Nature Positive Innovation Grant Program supports projects that advance environmental stewardship across PG&E’s service area, with a focus on restoring and protecting natural resources for community benefit. The program funds initiatives across three core focus areas, land stewardship, air quality, and water stewardship, and selects one project per region. Funding supports habitat and land restoration; improving air quality; protecting and enhancing water resources. PG&E will support projects at any stage, including planning, design, construction, education, and coordination. The program prioritizes collaborative, place-based efforts that contribute to environmental health and community resilience. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.pge.com/en/about/giving-locally/nature-postive-innovation-grant.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| US National | Native Voices Rising Grant | Native Voices Rising | Jul 03, 2026 | $30,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Native Voices Rising grant program provides general operating support to strengthen Native-led organizations that are rooted in and accountable to their communities. It prioritizes groups that build leadership, organize community members, and advance collective action to drive policy and systems change. Eligible organizations must be Native-led, have a strong community base, engage large numbers of people in advocacy and organizing efforts, and work to improve conditions and outcomes for Native communities. Overall, the program emphasizes grassroots power-building, leadership development, and sustained organizing to achieve progressive social change. For questions, contact gabriela@commoncounsel.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://nativevoicesrising.org/apply/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| International | Ispo Impact Foundation | Ispo Impact Foundation | Jun 30, 2026 | $115,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The ISPO Impact Fund supports projects that advance environmental sustainability and inclusive access to sport and outdoor recreation through two primary focus areas: nature regeneration and inclusive participation. The program prioritizes initiatives that restore and protect biodiversity, reduce environmental impacts from outdoor activities, promote responsible stewardship, address pollution and waste, and strengthen connections between people and nature. It also supports projects that expand participation in outdoor recreation, foster long-term engagement in active lifestyles, create safe and inclusive environments, and remove barriers related to identity, income, or access. Funds can be used for habitat restoration and climate adaptation; pollution reduction and circular economy approaches; community engagement and stewardship; inclusive recreation opportunities; and equitable access to outdoor spaces. Funding is offered across multiple tiers: micro donation (up to $2,700); seed grant (up to $13,000); momentum grant (up to $40,000); impact grant (up to $115,000). For questions, contact info@ispoimpactfoundation.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.ispoimpactfoundation.org/apply/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| US National | Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program | Federal Emergency Management Agency | Jun 22, 2026 | $2,900,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program supports investments that enhance the safety of both firefighters and the public by strengthening emergency response capacity and community resilience. The program funds critical resources to equip, train, and support emergency personnel, with required cost-sharing that varies by population size. Funds support operations and safety improvements; acquisition of emergency response vehicles; and regional, multi-jurisdictional projects. Eligible activities focus on equipping and training responders to recognized standards; providing compliant personal protective equipment; retrofitting facilities to reduce health risks; designing and implementing health, wellness, and resilience programs; improving operational efficiency and interoperability; and supporting broader community resilience. The program aims to increase workforce readiness, strengthen national emergency response coordination, and improve the ability of fire services to effectively respond to fire and related hazards. For questions, contact FireGrants@fema.dhs.gov. | Resilience and Adaptation, Wildfire | https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_rsl_hmd_fy25-afg-nofo_05292026.pdf |
| California | 2027 Route to Parks Grant Program | Parks California | Jul 31, 2026 | $30,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Route to Parks Grant Program supports projects that improve equitable access to California State Parks by addressing barriers that prevent underserved communities from experiencing nature. The program prioritizes partnerships that create meaningful, culturally relevant outdoor experiences and strengthen connections between communities and parks through collaboration with California State Parks staff. Programs should focus on removing access barriers, especially transportation; engaging underserved and historically marginalized communities; providing recreational, environmental, cultural, or educational experiences at State Parks; and building strong partnerships with park staff. Preference is given to projects that connect inland communities to waterways, support co-created programming, enable multiple park visits, align with State Park priorities, and foster lasting engagement by helping participants build knowledge and pathways for continued independent park use. For questions, contact grants@parkscalifornia.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.grantinterface.com/Opportunity/Catalog/Index?urlkey=parksca&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| International | Schmidt Marine Proposals | Schmidt Marine Technology Partners | Jul 31, 2026 | $400,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | Schmidt Marine supports the development of innovative ocean and marine technologies at early to mid-stage (Technology Readiness Levels 2-6), with a focus on projects that demonstrate strong potential for scalability or commercialization. Program priorities include technologies that sustain fisheries (e.g., reducing bycatch, improving seafood transparency, and monitoring marine areas); solutions that restore and protect ocean habitat and key species or address pollution and invasive species; advancements in ocean observing systems, including sensors and data collection tools; and initiatives that strengthen the marine technology ecosystem through accelerators, competitions, and community infrastructure. The program prioritizes early-stage, high-impact technologies that can meaningfully advance ocean conservation and monitoring. For questions, contact info@schmidtmarine.org. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools | https://schmidtmarine.org/proposals/ |
| US National | Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program (ORLP) Recurring Notice 5 Year | National Park Service | Nov 01, 2030 | $15,000,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program supports projects that expand and improve outdoor recreation access in underserved urban and Tribal communities. The program provides matching grants (up to 50%) for land acquisition and the development or renovation of public parks and outdoor recreation facilities in qualifying areas with populations of 25,000 or more or within eligible Tribal areas. Projects must ensure long-term public access and align with national priorities. Program priorities include acquiring land and water for parks and recreation; developing new or renovating existing outdoor recreation facilities; expanding equitable access to outdoor recreation; and advancing projects that align with federal conservation and recreation priorities while ensuring long-term public benefit. For questions, contact Matthew Russell at ORLP_Inquiries@nps.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/362715 |
| Australia | ANZ Seeds of Renewal | Foundation for Rural Regional Renewal | Jul 30, 2026 | $15,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The ANZ Seeds of Renewal grant program supports projects that strengthen vibrant and sustainable rural communities across regional Australia, with a focus on building social inclusion and long-term economic resilience. The program emphasizes initiatives that foster diverse, inclusive communities and create opportunities for sustained economic benefit. Program emphasis includes improving environmental sustainability; enhancing financial wellbeing; increasing access to housing; and supporting other community-led projects that help communities thrive. Priority is given to projects that deliver medium- to long-term community benefits, support a broad and diverse population, encourage participation from underrepresented or marginalized groups, and demonstrate strong community backing and co-contributions. Eligible activities may include delivering programs, events, and services; purchasing equipment and materials; developing community infrastructure; and building local capacity through volunteer engagement and resources that enable participation. For questions, contact Jane Crane at granting@frrr.org.au. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://frrr.org.au/funding/anz-seeds-of-renewal/ |
| US National | Brennan Ocean Mapping Fund | NOAA | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,000,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | This NOAA Brennan Ocean Mapping Fund program supports jointly funded partnerships between NOAA and non-Federal entities to advance ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes mapping in U.S. waters. Through a 70:30 cost-share model (NOAA to partner), the program aims to expand the coordinated acquisition, processing, stewardship, and public accessibility of high-quality mapping data. NOAA also provides in-kind support, including survey planning, contracting, data quality assurance, and long-term data management through national archives. Program emphasis includes acquiring new mapping data in under-surveyed or data gap areas; advancing national goals to map U.S. waters (including deep and shallow seabeds); expanding coastal mapping capacity in priority regions such as Alaska; and leveraging partnerships and emerging technologies to increase the scale, efficiency, and impact of ocean and coastal mapping efforts. For questions, contact Meredith Westington, NOAA Integrated Ocean and Coastal Mapping, at iwgocm.staff@noaa.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools | https://iocm.noaa.gov/planning/contracts-grants-agreements.html |
| Washington DC, Delaware, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia | Capacity Building Grant Program | Chesapeake Bay Trust | Jul 15, 2026 | $150,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Capacity Building Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal Nations working at the intersection of natural resource protection and community well-being across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The program focuses on strengthening organizational and governmental effectiveness by supporting improvements to systems, structures, and core functions such as governance, operations, planning, coordination, and resource management. Funding is provided through three tracks—organizational capacity building, local government capacity building, and movement building. Funding requests will generally not exceed $40,000 for the Organizational and Movement Building Tracks and $150,000 for the Local Government Track. Program emphasis includes strategic and organizational planning; governance and board development; fundraising and revenue strategies; technology, data, and systems improvements; staff training and operational process improvements; shared technical assistance models; and collaboration or merger-related efforts. The program prioritizes investments that enhance long-term capacity, enabling organizations and governments to more effectively advance environmental and community outcomes. For questions, contact Amber Cameron at acameron@cbtrust.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://cbtrust.org/grants/capacity-building/ |
| US National | Tomberg Family Philanthropies Grant | Tomberg Family Philanthropies | Jul 01, 2026 | $20,000 | Jun 09, 2026 | The Tomberg Family Philanthropies provides funding to U.S.-based organizations working globally across four focus areas: environment, poverty alleviation, health, and education. The foundation prioritizes projects that build lasting capacity within communities and maximize impact with limited resources. Program emphasis includes pilot and demonstration projects, launch of new programs, capacity-building initiatives, evaluations, and geographic expansion of existing efforts. The foundation seeks strategic, scalable opportunities that strengthen long-term community resilience and effectiveness. For questions, contact info@tombergphilanthropies.org. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.tombergphilanthropies.org/how-to-apply/ |
| California | 2026 Natural Community Conservation Planning Local Assistance Grant Program | California Department of Fish and Wildlife | Jul 31, 2026 | Variable | Jun 09, 2026 | The Natural Community Conservation Planning (NCCP) Local Assistance Grant Program supports local public agencies, tribes, and nonprofit organizations in implementing high-priority actions identified in approved NCCPs. The program funds projects that advance the goals of the NCCP Program. Program emphasis includes management activities on newly acquired NCCP reserve lands; habitat and species restoration or enhancement; design and implementation of biological monitoring programs; development and implementation of reserve management plans; mapping to support management or monitoring activities (such as vegetation mapping); targeted studies to inform adaptive management; and other non-land acquisition priority tasks necessary to ensure effective NCCP implementation. For questions, contact Sara Keeler at NCCP@wildlife.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/2026-natural-community-conservation-planning-local-assistance-grant-program/ |
| California | Prop 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience | San Diego River Conservancy | Dec 30, 2026 | Variable | Jun 09, 2026 | The Prop 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience grant program supports a wide range of projects that protect communities, restore natural resources, and build climate resilience across the state. The program prioritizes efforts that conserve wildlife habitat, align with state plans, and benefit historically underfunded communities. Program emphasis includes protecting communities, improving forest health, enhancing early wildfire detection and response, and supporting long-term capital infrastructure projects. Eligible activities include hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning, and wildfire prevention education, alongside a broader range of conservation, restoration, and resilience-focused project types. For questions, contact Dustin Harrison at dustin.harrison@sdrc.ca.gov. | Wildfire, Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/prop-4-wildfire-and-forest-resilience/ |
| California | Prop 4 – Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) | San Diego River Conservancy | Dec 30, 2026 | Variable | Jun 09, 2026 | The Prop 4 – Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) grant program supports a wide range of projects that protect communities, restore natural resources, and build climate resilience across the state. Grants support projects that advance watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development to address climate-related risks to communities, fish and wildlife, and natural resources while increasing public access. It prioritizes multi-benefit projects that align with statewide conservation and resilience goals. Program emphasis includes: conserving land; protecting natural and cultural resources; reducing flood and wildfire risk; improving water quality; protecting and enhancing wildlife habitats and corridors; completing the San Diego River Trail; expanding public access to the San Diego River Park, open space, trails, campgrounds, and park facilities; removing invasive plant species; restoring native habitat and species; and promoting cultural and Tribal preservation, including historical interpretation of the San Diego River and its communities. For questions, contact Dustin Harrison at dustin.harrison@sdrc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Education, Recreation, and Access, Wildfire, Environmental/Climate Justice, Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/prop-4-nature-based-solutions-nbs/ |
| California | 2026 Wildfire and Forest Resilience Directed Grant Program | Sierra Nevada Conservancy | Jul 27, 2026 | Variable | Jun 09, 2026 | The 2026 Wildfire and Forest Resilience Directed Grant Program supports high-impact forest health and wildfire resilience projects that deliver clear, lasting public benefits, particularly those that directly protect communities, critical infrastructure, and high-value natural and cultural resources. The program focuses on reducing wildfire risk, strengthening forest and watershed resilience, and improving local fire prevention capacity across the Sierra-Cascade region. Eligible projects must be located within SNC's service area, align with SNC priorities and strategic goals, comply with CEQA/NEPA requirements, and demonstrate strong design, budget feasibility, and landscape-level impact. Competitive proposals typically deliver multiple benefits, support disadvantaged or vulnerable communities, engage Tribal partners, align with regional plans, and contribute to workforce development and equitable distribution of resources. For questions, contact Shannon Ciotti at shannon.ciotti@sierranevada.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure, Wildfire, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/2026-wildfire-and-forest-resilience-directed-grant-program/ |
| California, Oregon, Illinois | Schwemm Family Foundation Grant | Schwemm Family Foundation | Jun 30, 2026 | $10,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Schwemm Family Foundation supports initiatives that strengthen communities by enhancing natural environments, preserving local history and culture, and promoting equitable, sustainable living conditions. Environmental grants prioritize locally focused conservation or restoration efforts that improve ecosystem resilience and biodiversity, are grounded in scientific principles, and demonstrate clear, measurable, long-term ecological outcomes. The Foundation also funds projects that preserve and share pre-1935 local history or cultural heritage through accessible and enduring formats such as literature or digital archives, with a clear focus on a specific community. In addition, it supports efforts to create greener, more equitable communities by improving urban trail systems or green spaces. The Foundation’s grantmaking reflects its commitment to fostering community connection, advancing environmental stewardship, and supporting initiatives that link past, present, and future community well-being. For questions, contact Kari Gies, President of the Foundation, at kgies2001@gmail.com. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://schwemmfamilyfoundation.org/grant-process-1 |
| US National | Matching Awards Program | National Forest Foundation | Jul 09, 2026 | Variable | Jun 02, 2026 | The Matching Awards Program (MAP) supports projects on National Forest System lands that prioritize community engagement as a central component and provide hands-on stewardship activities that benefit National Forests and Grasslands. All MAP projects must incorporate three core elements: meaningful in-person community engagement, stewardship activities completed by those engaged participants, and a direct benefit to the National Forest System. Engagement activities are expected to connect communities to public lands through experiences such as volunteer events, educational field trips, outdoor skills training, community science projects, and culturally grounded practices. Proposals are evaluated based on their ability to engage diverse communities, build leadership and collaboration, and connect participants to ongoing conservation efforts. To be eligible, the program requires a 1:1 nonfederal match. For questions, contact Carissa Beckwith, Conservation Awards Coordinator, at cbeckwith@nationalforests.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.nationalforests.org/matching-awards-program-grants/?mc_cid=81406cf2d8&mc_eid=801e2d4124 |
| US National | Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program | Department of Homeland Security | Jun 22, 2026 | Variable | Jun 02, 2026 | The Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program provides financial assistance to fire departments and volunteer firefighter organizations to increase the number of frontline firefighters and enhance public and firefighter safety. The program is designed to help communities meet national staffing and operational standards, achieve 24-hour coverage, and strengthen their capacity to respond effectively to fire and emergency incidents. SAFER offers funding through two primary activity types. The Hiring of Firefighters activity supports fire departments in hiring new personnel or converting part-time or paid-on-call firefighters into full-time positions to expand and stabilize their workforce. The Recruitment and Retention (R&R) activity provides funding to fire departments and eligible organizations to recruit, train, and retain volunteer firefighters, ensuring sustained capacity for emergency response operations. For questions, contact femago@fema.dhs.gov. | Wildfire | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362438 |
| International | Change Happens Foundation Grant | Change Happens Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Change Happens Foundation (CHF) invests in innovative and high-impact initiatives that drive systemic, equitable change for both people and the planet. The foundation supports organizations working across three core pillars—environmental science, education, and human services—with a focus on scalable solutions that create long-term societal and environmental benefits. Within its Environmental Science pillar, CHF prioritizes forward-thinking programs that advance environmental stewardship and address pressing ecological challenges through sustainable, systems-level solutions. Through its Education pillar, CHF emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a strong focus on early education and STEM learning. Under its Human Services pillar, CHF funds programs that address food insecurity and community health by improving access to nutritious food, healthcare services, and community-based resources. CHF supports organizations with national or global reach while also offering targeted community grants—primarily in Iowa and select regions such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Santa Barbara County, and the Puget Sound. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://www.changehappensfoundation.org/apply |
| US National | National Sea Grant Law Center 2024-2027 Program Development Funds | National Sea Grant Law Center | Aug 01, 2026 | $10,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The National Sea Grant Law Center’s Program Development (PD) funding supports small-scale research projects that address timely and emerging legal questions related to ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes law, while strengthening the legal capacity of Sea Grant programs. These grants are intended to fund innovative pilot projects or targeted studies that respond to pressing legal issues and can serve as a foundation for larger, future research efforts, partnerships, or funding proposals. PD-funded projects are designed not only to generate new legal research findings, but also to integrate those findings into extension, education, and outreach programming, enhancing Sea Grant programs’ ability to serve their states. The program prioritizes projects with clear potential to build sustained legal research capacity, foster partnerships, and contribute to ongoing research, policy development, and community engagement rather than one-time activities. For questions, contact Stephanie Otts, Director of the National Sea Grant Law Center, at sshowalt@olemiss.edu. | Education, Recreation, and Access, Research and Data Tools | https://nsglc.olemiss.edu/funding/index.html |
| US National | X-Labs Initiative | U.S. National Science Foundation | May 14, 2028 | $1,500,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The NSF X-Labs initiative is designed to accelerate the development of novel platform technologies that can unlock new sectors and advance U.S. leadership in science and technology. The program supports interdisciplinary, full-time R&D teams with the autonomy, expertise, and organizational flexibility needed to pursue ambitious, use-inspired scientific breakthroughs that are difficult to achieve through traditional academic or industry structures. NSF X-Labs emphasizes milestone-based funding and cross-sector collaboration among academia, industry, government, and nonprofit partners to drive large-scale, high-impact innovation. The program is structured in phased stages, beginning with Phase 0 (9–12 months) to refine concepts, establish milestones, and prepare teams for full-scale implementation, followed by Phase 1 (24–36 months) for executing defined missions and scaling team capacity, and a potential Phase 2 for continued advancement based on performance. For questions, contact xlabs@nsf.gov. | Research and Data Tools | https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/0918909712164c78af1ef29055a02f7b/view |
| US National | Disaster Distress Helpline | Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration | Jun 15, 2026 | $1,953,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) provides immediate, confidential, and accessible emotional support to individuals and communities across the U.S. experiencing psychological distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. The program aims to mitigate emotional distress, promote coping and resilience, and connect individuals to local behavioral health and community resources. Funding supports the infrastructure, workforce, and systems required to maintain continuous, high-quality nationwide crisis counseling services, including telecommunications, staffing, surge capacity, and operational continuity. Grant recipients are responsible for managing a national helpline, maintaining a trained disaster behavioral health workforce, ensuring accessibility and data security, conducting outreach and public education, and coordinating with SAMHSA and its Disaster Technical Assistance Center (DTAC) to support effective and responsive disaster-related behavioral health services. For questions, contact Maryann Robinson at Maryann.robinson@samhsa.hhs.gov. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://simpler.grants.gov/opportunity/581ff3b3-fee5-49da-ba85-b96089db7a5c |
| US National | National Science Foundation Translation to Practice (NSF TTP) | U.S. National Science Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jun 02, 2026 | The NSF Translation to Practice (NSF TTP) program supports use-inspired research and translational activities that move scientific and engineering discoveries from the laboratory into real-world applications. Designed to accelerate innovation and societal impact across all STEM fields, the program funds projects that advance technologies, products, processes, or services toward commercialization or broad adoption, with outcomes such as prototypes, pilot projects, patents, open-source tools, standards, startup formation, or market-ready solutions. The program offers three funding tracks that reflect different stages of translation. The TTP-Explore (TTP-E) track provides up to approximately $600,000 over 24 months to extend existing NSF awards and support early-stage, high-risk translational research. The TTP-Translate (TTP-T) track provides up to $1.2 million over 36 months to further mature and refine promising innovations and reduce barriers to real-world implementation. The TTP-Partner (TTP-P) track offers up to $2 million over 48 months to support advanced translational efforts that require strategic partnerships to enable technology deployment and market entry. The program emphasizes partnerships, including NSF-Direct Partnerships with external organizations and NSF-Catalyzed Partnerships that connect academic researchers with industry, government, nonprofit, or other stakeholders. These collaborations are intended to strengthen pathways to commercialization, scale, and adoption. For FY 2026-2027, there are three applications deadlines: September 15, 2026; January 19, 2027; and May 18, 2027. For questions, contact translation@nsf.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools | https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/nsf-ttp-national-science-foundation-translation-practice/nsf25-540/solicitation#awd_info |
| US National | Conservation Innovation Grants Classic Program | U.S. Department of Agriculture | Jul 27, 2026 | $2,000,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program provides funding to support the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches on private agricultural lands. The program invests in new tools, technologies, and practices that address natural resource challenges at a landscape scale while supporting farmers, ranchers, and landowners. Funding is split between two tracks: CIG Classic, which supports the development of novel conservation tools, strategies, and market-based solutions, and CIG On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials, which focus on testing, evaluating, and scaling promising conservation practices in partnership with producers. Priority areas include water and nutrient management, soil health, grazing lands, habitat improvement, pest management, and farmer-focused conservation outcomes. CIG projects are expected to facilitate the transfer and adoption of effective conservation technologies and management systems through practical resources such as technical guides, manuals, and on-the-ground demonstrations, ultimately improving soil health, water quality, and ecosystem resilience across working lands. For questions, contact Jeffrey Jacobs, Grants Management Specialist, at jeffrey.jacobs@usda.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://simpler.grants.gov/opportunity/4a6adafe-0540-474a-b960-8c79f409dea5 |
| California | Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 PLANNING Grant (FY 25-26) | California Strategic Growth Council | Sep 30, 2026 | $300,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Program funds community-led efforts in the state’s most disadvantaged communities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while advancing environmental, public health, and economic benefits. The program supports place-based, neighborhood-scale climate initiatives that integrate multiple coordinated projects aligned with community priorities and equity goals. Through its Planning Grants, TCC provides funding for activities that prepare low-income, disadvantaged, and Tribal communities for future implementation funding by supporting community-driven planning processes and capacity building. Eligible activities include developing collaborative partnerships; evaluating and updating policies and codes; conducting fiscal and feasibility analyses; preparing climate action and adaptation plans; advancing inclusive community engagement; establishing governance structures; and identifying and preparing sites for future community-serving projects. Eligible applicants must form a Collaborative Governance Structure that includes at least two co-applicants to co-develop and implement a shared vision for their community. TCC prioritizes Tribal communities, Tribally owned nonprofits, and disadvantaged unincorporated communities for technical assistance. For questions, contact tcc@sgc.ca.gov. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/transformative-climate-communities-round-6-planning-grant-fy-25-26/ |
| California | Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 IMPLEMENTATION Grant (FY 25-26) | California Strategic Growth Council | Sep 30, 2026 | $27,500,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Program funds community-led efforts in the state’s most disadvantaged communities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while advancing environmental, public health, and economic benefits. The program supports place-based, neighborhood-scale climate initiatives that integrate multiple coordinated projects aligned with community priorities and equity goals. TCC Implementation Grants fund comprehensive, neighborhood-scale initiatives, such as equitable housing development, transit access, renewable energy installations, water efficiency, waste reduction, health equity improvements, microgrids, and community resilience infrastructure, designed to meet locally identified priorities in overburdened communities. Eligible applicants must form a Collaborative Governance Structure that includes at least two co-applicants to co-develop and implement a shared vision for their community. TCC prioritizes Tribal communities, Tribally owned nonprofits, and disadvantaged unincorporated communities for technical assistance. A 50% match is required to apply. For questions, contact tcc@sgc.ca.gov. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/transformative-climate-communities-round-6-implementation-grant-fy-25-26/ |
| California | Community Resilience Centers Round 2 PLANNING Grant (FY 26-27) | California Strategic Growth Council | Sep 04, 2026 | $500,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Community Resilience Centers (CRC) Planning Grant Program supports community-led planning efforts to develop facilities that provide shelter, resources, and year-round services to mitigate the public health impacts of extreme heat and other climate-driven emergencies. Planning grants are designed to prepare communities for future implementation funding by advancing the design, siting, and activation of CRCs through robust community engagement and cross-sector collaboration. Eligible projects must include at least one partner in addition to the lead applicant and demonstrate coordinated roles and commitments through a Letter of Commitment. Planning activities focus on increasing accessibility, strengthening community resilience to climate and social-economic stressors, and ensuring readiness for future construction or retrofit of CRC facilities, whether through the CRC Program or other funding sources. For questions, contact CRC@sgc.ca.gov. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/community-resilience-centers-round-2-planning-grant-fy-26-27/ |
| California | Community Resilience Centers Round 2 IMPLEMENTATION Grant (FY 26-27) | California Strategic Growth Council | Sep 25, 2026 | $10,000,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Community Resilience Centers (CRC) Implementation Grant Program funds the development, construction, retrofit, and activation of facilities that serve as hubs for community resilience, providing shelter, resources, and year-round programming to address climate-related and other emergency impacts. In addition to supporting physical infrastructure, the program funds community services and programs that build social cohesion and strengthen long-term resilience. Eligible activities span pre-development (e.g., planning, design, and engineering), facility construction and retrofits, development of campus amenities that enhance resilience, and implementation of community resilience services and programs, including programming at partner sites. Projects must demonstrate strong collaboration, with applications requiring at least two partners—including at least one community-based organization if the lead applicant is not a CBO—and submission of letters of commitment outlining roles and responsibilities. For questions, contact CRC@sgc.ca.gov. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/community-resilience-centers-round-2-implementation-grant-fy-26-27/ |
| California | CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) Proposition 4 California Climate Bond Grants | CAL FIRE | Jul 15, 2026 | $1,500,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | CAL FIRE’s Forest Health Research Program funds collaborative, landscape-scale scientific research that advances understanding of forest health, wildland fire, and greenhouse gas reduction across California. The program prioritizes research that informs policy and improves forest and vegetation management at broad spatial scales. Projects must be stand-alone research efforts and are expected to involve partnerships across organizations, disciplines, and jurisdictions. Areas of focus include producing applied benefits such as improved management strategies, enhanced carbon storage, biodiversity protection, water and air quality outcomes, understanding large-scale wildfire impacts, improving predictions of future conditions and disturbance regimes, advancing emissions reduction and carbon accounting, and informing state climate policy. For questions, contact FHResearch@fire.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools, Wildfire | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/cal-fire-forest-health-research-program-fy-2026-27-proposition-4-california-climate-bond-grants-rp-rfp-2026-03/ |
| California | CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Grants | CAL FIRE | Jul 15, 2026 | Variable | Jun 02, 2026 | CAL FIRE’s Forest Health Research Program supports stand-alone, science-based research projects that advance understanding of forest health and wildland fire in California, with the goal of informing policy and management decisions and advancing statewide climate and resilience initiatives. The program focuses exclusively on research activities. Priority research topics include post-disturbance recovery and reforestation under climate change, evaluation of forest management strategies and their impacts and tradeoffs, ecological monitoring methods, community wildfire resilience, Tribal and Traditional Ecological Knowledge, forest product utilization, improved wildfire prediction, and cost-benefit analysis of forest interventions. Funding is available across five project types: Wildfire and Forest Research (General): $500,000 - $900,000; Demonstration State Forest Research: $500,000 - $900,000; Science Synthesis and Tool Development: $400,000 - $750,000; Special Topics Research: $400,000 - $750,000. For questions, contact FHResearch@fire.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools, Wildfire | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/cal-fire-forest-health-research-program-fy-2026-27-california-climate-investments-grants-rp-rfp-2026-01/ |
| California | CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program (FY 2026-27) California Climate Investments Graduate Student Grants | CAL FIRE | Jul 15, 2026 | $100,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | CAL FIRE’s Forest Health Research Program funds stand-alone, science-based research projects that advance knowledge in forest health and wildland fire to support decision-making by agencies, landowners, and policymakers across California. The program aligns with statewide efforts including the Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan, Natural and Working Lands Implementation Plan, and AB 32. Priority research topics for FY 2026-27 include post-fire recovery and reforestation under climate change, evaluation of forest management strategies and their tradeoffs, ecological monitoring methods, community resilience to wildfire, Tribal and Traditional Ecological Knowledge, forest product utilization, improved fire behavior modeling, and a special focus on innovative applications of FireSat Quick Beam data. For questions, contact FHResearch@fire.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools, Wildfire | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/cal-fire-forest-health-research-program-fy-2026-27-california-climate-investments-graduate-student-grants-rp-rfp-2026-02/ |
| US National | Community Action Fund | NDN Collective | Oct 16, 2026 | $15,000 | May 26, 2026 | The Community Action Fund provides grant support for urgent, non-violent direct action and organizing efforts led by Indigenous frontline communities. The program prioritizes grassroots, community-based groups, Tribes, villages, and individuals working to defend Indigenous rights and protect land, air, water, and natural resources. Funding is specifically intended to support direct action initiatives and movement-building activities that are time-sensitive and community-driven. Eligible uses of funds include supplies and equipment, contractual services, and travel costs necessary to carry out advocacy and organizing efforts. Through this funding, NDN Collective aims to strengthen Indigenous-led resistance and advance environmental and social justice at the community level. For questions, contact programofficer@ndncollective.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://ndncollective.org/community-action-fund/ |
| US National | Colcom Foundation Grants | Colcom Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 26, 2026 | The Colcom Foundation provides funding to support environmental conservation, sustainability, and community-focused initiatives, guided by its core mission to promote a sustainable environment and maintain quality of life by addressing the impacts of population growth on natural resources. The Foundation’s funding priorities include advancing carrying capacity efforts that balance population and resource use, protecting and enhancing local environmental conditions, and strengthening local communities. Colcom supports conservation projects, environmental initiatives, and cultural assets that contribute to ecological health and community well-being, with an emphasis on mitigating the adverse effects of overpopulation on natural systems. For questions, contact contact@colcomfdn.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.colcomfdn.org/apply/ |
| US National | 2027 Multistate Conservation Grant Program | The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies | Jul 14, 2026 | $1,000,000 | May 26, 2026 | The 2027 Multistate Conservation Grant Program provides funding for projects that address regional or national priorities identified by state fish and wildlife agencies. The program supports large-scale, collaborative efforts that extend beyond the capacity of any single state. Grants are offered in two categories: Traditional Multistate Conservation Grants (T-MSCG), which fund research, conservation, restoration, management, habitat improvement, and public-use initiatives for wild birds, mammals, and sport fish; and Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation (R3-MSCG) grants, which focus on increasing participation in hunting and target shooting through outreach and education. Eligible applicants include state agencies, groups of states, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and entities conducting national surveys related to wildlife-associated recreation. Projects must benefit multiple states or regions and align with the annually defined AFWA Strategic Priorities. Eligible activities span scientific research, habitat conservation, public engagement, and outdoor recreation participation. For questions, contact Silvana Yaroschuk at syaroschuk@fishwildlife.org. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://www.fishwildlife.org/afwa-informs/multi-state-conservation-grants-program |
| US National | The Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund | The Denver Foundation | Jun 15, 2026 | $5,000 | May 26, 2026 | The Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations dedicated to animal welfare or wildlife preservation. The fund supports specific projects or programs with a focus on helping smaller organizations make meaningful impacts in these areas. Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations whose primary mission centers on animal welfare or wildlife conservation and whose annual operating budgets do not exceed $250,000, with smaller nonprofits especially encouraged to apply. For questions, contact townsend@denverfoundation.org. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools | https://denverfoundation.org/funding-opportunity/lauren-townsend-memorial-wildlife-fund/ |
| California | Dam Safety and Climate Resilience Local Assistance | California Department of Water Resources | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 26, 2026 | The Dam Safety and Climate Resilience Local Assistance Program provides state grant funding to support repairs, rehabilitation, retrofits, and other safety-related improvements to existing state jurisdictional dams and associated facilities that were in service prior to January 1, 2023. The program aims to address critical infrastructure needs by reducing risks to public safety, restoring lost water storage capacity, and improving the resilience of California’s water system in the face of climate-driven challenges such as drought. Eligibility is limited to dams regulated by the Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) that have a downstream hazard classification of Significant, High, or Extremely High, are in compliance with DSOD’s dam safety program, and have no outstanding annual fees. Funded projects must deliver public benefits, prioritized as follows: protection of public safety; restoration of water storage; flood risk reduction; enhancement of water supply reliability; improvement or protection of fish and wildlife habitat; and protection of water quality. For questions, contact Taylor Kanaan at DSCR@water.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/dam-safety-and-climate-resilience-local-assistance/ |
| International | Climate Emergency Fund | Climate Emergency Fund | Jan 01, 2040 | $85,000 | May 18, 2026 | The Climate Emergency Fund provides grants to organizations advancing bold, disruptive climate action aimed at accelerating systemic change and elevating the urgency of the climate crisis. The fund prioritizes groups that organize high-impact actions, including large-scale protests and campaigns that capture public attention and build mass participation, as well as organizations strengthening the broader climate movement through training, network-building, and infrastructure support. Funding is directed toward initiatives that build multi-racial, cross-class coalitions, particularly those led by Indigenous communities, people of color, and groups in the Global South. Grantmaking prioritizes projects with the goal of driving societal and political transformation in response to climate change. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Infrastructure | https://www.climateemergencyfund.org/apply |
| US National | National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grants | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service | Jul 09, 2026 | $1,000,000 | May 18, 2026 | The National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program provides funding to support the long-term protection, restoration, management, and enhancement of coastal wetland ecosystems across eligible U.S. states and territories. The program prioritizes projects that align with the National Wetlands Priority Conservation Plan, deliver lasting conservation outcomes, benefit threatened and endangered species, protect critical habitats such as maritime forests on coastal barrier islands, and foster public-private partnerships. Funded projects may also expand opportunities for recreation and environmental education. For questions, contact Chris Darnell at Chris_Darnell@fws.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://www.fws.gov/service/national-coastal-wetlands-conservation-grants |
| US National | 2026 Veterans and Nature Grant | National Environmental Education Foundation | Jun 10, 2026 | $10,000 | May 18, 2026 | The National Environmental Education Foundation offers the Veterans and Nature Grant to fund programs that expand access to nature-based experiences for U.S. veterans. The program supports projects that provide outdoor activities on public lands aimed at improving veterans’ physical and mental health while strengthening social connection and community engagement. Eligible projects must also promote awareness of the health benefits of time spent in nature, actively involve veterans in project planning and implementation, and be completed within a 12-month period. By prioritizing accessible, health-focused outdoor programming, the grant seeks to enhance overall well-being and foster greater connection between veterans and natural spaces. For questions, contact grants@NEEFusa.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.neefusa.org/2026-veterans-and-nature-grant?utm_campaign=35200529-Grants&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8bVPMNJa_3lLLsew8IN2_AMiztTCzSzPUIKiI1EpmMGNmu-9GSlNJbyYVyNFlJn2YmrFtZ8N3Ymd5bZW1osJkk0233BRcldj798sQrNxy7ubM3OXQ&_hsmi=417277784&utm_content=417277784&utm_source=hs_email |
| US National, Canada, Mexico | North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) U.S. Small Grants | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service | Jun 25, 2026 | $250,000 | May 18, 2026 | The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) Grant Program provides federal funding to support projects that protect, restore, and enhance wetland ecosystems vital to migratory birds across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Established in alignment with the North American Waterfowl Management Plan, the program promotes international collaboration and habitat conservation for waterfowl and other migratory species. Funded projects should contribute to improved water quality, flood mitigation, coastal resilience, and expanded opportunities for outdoor recreation, delivering both environmental and community benefits. For questions, contact nawca_smallgrant@fws.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://www.fws.gov/service/north-american-wetlands-conservation-act-nawca-us-small-grants |
| US National | Equipment Donation | Brothers Helping Brothers | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 18, 2026 | The Brothers Helping Brothers Grant Program provides funding exclusively to fire departments and emergency medical service (EMS) organizations across the United States. Eligible applicants must serve small or resource-limited communities, defined as those with populations under 10,000 or organizations with fewer than 30 personnel, the majority of whom are volunteers or paid per call. Applicants are required to demonstrate clear financial need, outline the level of risk within their community, and describe how the requested equipment or tools will improve service delivery and benefit local residents. Awarded funds must be utilized within one year, and recipients must provide proof of purchase to ensure accountability and proper use of grant resources. For questions, contact contactus@brothershelpingbrothers.org. | Wildfire | https://www.brothershelpingbrothers.org/grant-request/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| California | Mary A. Crocker Trust Grants | Mary A. Crocker Trust | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 18, 2026 | The Mary A. Crocker Trust provides funding to charitable organizations (501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored) operating within the nine Bay Area counties. The Trust holds two grant cycles annually. In 2026, applications are due on March 5th for the spring meeting or August 27th for the fall meeting. Funding priorities focus on environmental initiatives and environmental education, supporting locally driven, creative, and practical projects that address issues such as waste management, recycling, water quality, land use, and sustainable agriculture and forestry. The program also supports educational efforts that increase awareness and stewardship of the Bay Area’s natural environment among both children and adults, emphasizing the importance of conservation and environmental protection. For questions, contact Abby Wilder, Executive Director, at staff@mactrust.org. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://mactrust.org/how-to-apply/ |
| California | Environmental Justice for California’s Environment and Communities Fund | Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment | Jun 18, 2026 | $50,000 | May 18, 2026 | The Rose Foundation, in partnership with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), provides funding to support organizations addressing hazardous waste impacts in affected communities. The program targets projects in designated regions, including Sacramento County, select East Bay counties, and Orange and Los Angeles Counties. Eligible projects must prevent or mitigate hazardous waste contamination or provide community education on proper hazardous waste management, with a focus on benefiting disadvantaged communities (CalEnviroScreen 4.0 score of 75 or higher). Priority is given to initiatives that integrate hazardous waste work with public health, pollution prevention, environmental restoration, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness. Funded activities may include health assessments, community education campaigns, industry practice improvements, habitat and site remediation, workforce compliance training, and community-based emergency planning, all aimed at improving environmental conditions and community resilience. For questions, contact grants@rosefdn.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://rosefdn.org/environmental-grants/ej-cec-fund/ |
| California | Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Proposition 1 Grant Program | Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 18, 2026 | The Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy Proposition 1 Grant Program provides funding to support multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects. The program prioritizes projects that improve water quality, enhance watershed health, and deliver long-term, sustainable environmental benefits. Eligible projects must align with statewide and regional water management priorities, demonstrate clear planning, measurable outcomes, and community support, and leverage additional funding sources where possible. The program emphasizes innovative and science-based approaches that address issues such as habitat restoration, pollution reduction, climate change adaptation, and water supply resilience, while also promoting benefits for disadvantaged communities. For questions, contact Gail Krippner at info@bhc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/baldwin-hills-urban-watersheds-conservancy-bh-uwc-proposition-1-grant-program/ |
| California | FY 2025-26 Wildfire Prevention Grants Proposition 4 | CAL FIRE | Jul 08, 2026 | Variable | May 18, 2026 | The CAL FIRE Wildfire Prevention Grants Program provides funding for projects and activities that reduce wildfire risk in and around fire-threatened communities. The program supports three primary categories: hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning, and wildfire prevention education. Funded efforts are designed to protect public health and safety by lowering wildfire hazards, while also contributing to reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Through these investments, the program promotes community resilience, proactive land management, and increased public awareness of wildfire prevention strategies. For questions, contact WPGrants@fire.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Wildfire | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/fy-2025-26-wildfire-prevention-grants-proposition-4/ |
| California | Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Proposition 68 Grant Program | Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | $200,000 | May 18, 2026 | The Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy Proposition 68 Grant Program provides funding to support projects that improve and expand parks, enhance water security, and protect natural resources within the Conservancy’s jurisdiction. The program prioritizes initiatives that acquire and manage open space for recreation, habitat restoration, and public access, while also advancing environmental education and stewardship. Key goals include increasing recreational opportunities, developing regional trail systems, improving water quality and watershed health, restoring urban and industrial lands to open space, and strengthening connections among parks, trails, and waterways such as Ballona Creek and the Santa Monica Bay watershed. The program emphasizes habitat protection, public access, and long-term planning, dedicating at least 20 percent of funds to projects benefiting disadvantaged communities. For questions, contact Gail Krippner at info@bhc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/baldwin-hills-urban-watersheds-conservancy-bh-uwc-proposition-68-grant-program/ |
| International | 2026 Request for Proposals | Wren | Jun 30, 2026 | $500,000 | May 18, 2026 | Wren’s 2026 Request for Proposals provides funding over 6-12 months to organizations implementing high-impact climate solutions, delivered through grants or carbon credit purchases (including offtake, pre-purchase, or spot agreements). The program supports scalable, durable, cost-effective, and catalytic interventions that maximize climate impact per dollar and accelerate near-term progress toward long-term emissions reductions or carbon removal. Funding is organized across three primary pathways: nature-based solutions focused on emissions reduction and carbon sequestration; policy initiatives that drive systemic change in sectors such as cement, data centers, contrails, and nuclear energy; and methane mitigation projects targeting industrial and waste emissions. Wren also welcomes proposals outside these pathways that demonstrate tangible, time-bound impact and contribute to sustainable systems change, including both project developers and policy-focused organizations. For questions, contact rfp@wren.co with one of the following subject lines: “Policy RFP 2026”, “NBS RFP 2026”, “Methane RFP 2026”, or “General Application 2026”. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.wren.co/blog/2026-request-for-proposals |
| International | Symbiosis in Aquatic Systems Initiative | Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation | Jul 31, 2026 | Variable | May 18, 2026 | The Symbiosis in Aquatic Systems Initiative supports innovative, high-impact research that advances understanding of symbiotic relationships in marine and freshwater environments. This funding opportunity emphasizes interdisciplinary collaborations that pair expertise in aquatic symbiosis with complementary fields—such as biomedicine, synthetic biology, engineering, or computational science—to develop new tools, methods, and theoretical frameworks. Projects must involve aquatic symbioses that include microbial partners and are expected to address fundamental questions about the origin, function, evolution, and mechanisms of these relationships in novel ways. Priority is given to ambitious, high-risk approaches that overcome methodological limitations, enable new lines of inquiry, or redefine existing paradigms. Supported work may focus on environmental drivers of symbiosis, evolutionary ecology, or the development of advanced techniques such as AI, imaging, or synthetic systems. Proposals must include at least two collaborators with complementary expertise and clearly articulate alignment with program priorities and a three-year research vision. For questions, contact symbiosis@moore.org. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools | https://www.moore.org/symbiosis-in-aquatic-systems-rfp |
| Oregon | Community Grants Program | Oregon Community Foundation | Jun 23, 2026 | $40,000 | May 18, 2026 | The Oregon Community Foundation’s Community Grants Program provides flexible funding to support nonprofits addressing critical community needs across Oregon. For the Fall 2026 grant cycle, funding is available for new or expanding programs and projects, and organizational capacity building. The program emphasizes investments that enhance community livability and vitality by prioritizing initiatives informed by community input and responsive to local needs. Competitive applications clearly demonstrate measurable impact on the populations served and highlight meaningful opportunities for community members to shape program direction and services. OCF encourages early registration for new applicants to ensure timely submission. For questions, contact a regional member of Community Grants program staff. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/community-grant-program |
| California | Regional Wildfire & Landscape Resilience Grants | CAL FIRE | Jun 30, 2026 | $20,000,000 | May 18, 2026 | The CAL FIRE Regional Wildfire and Landscape Resilience Grant Program supports regional partnerships advancing large-scale wildfire prevention and landscape health initiatives across California. The program aims to reduce wildfire risk, improve forest and ecosystem resilience, and strengthen local and regional capacity to protect communities from fires spreading from wildlands. Funding supports a wide range of eligible activities, including hazardous fuels reduction, prescribed and cultural burning, pest management, reforestation and revegetation, biomass utilization, and maintenance of prior resilience projects. It also prioritizes landscape-scale treatments in both forested and non-forested areas, as well as planning efforts and workforce development aligned with project goals, emphasizing collaborative, cross-jurisdictional approaches to long-term wildfire resilience and environmental sustainability. For questions, contact RegionalGrants@fire.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Wildfire | https://www.fire.ca.gov/What-We-Do/Grants/Regional-Grants |
| US National | Indigenous Earth Fund 2026 | Decolonizing Wealth Project | Jun 11, 2026 | $45,000 | May 18, 2026 | The Decolonizing Wealth Project’s Indigenous Earth Fund (IEF) invests in Indigenous-led organizations and Tribal nations advancing climate justice and conservation advocacy across the United States. The Fund prioritizes existing grantee partners and supports initiatives rooted in ancestral knowledge, ecological stewardship, and community self-determination that build Indigenous power and movement infrastructure. Funding is specifically directed toward advocacy-focused efforts—such as community organizing, policy campaigns, and narrative change—that address interconnected priorities including ecosystem protection, cultural conservation, food sovereignty, subsistence rights, and just transition to renewable energy. IEF emphasizes projects that protect land, water, and biodiversity; revitalize traditional practices; and strengthen Indigenous food systems and climate resilience strategies. Collaborative and Tribal-led proposals are encouraged, particularly those that align programmatic activities with broader local, state, or national advocacy goals and contribute to long-term Indigenous sovereignty and environmental sustainability. For questions, contact Dana Arviso at dana@decolonizingwealth.com. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Infrastructure | https://portal.justfund.us/p/rfps/e1189ac2-aeaa-43de-a5d4-39f26db2dd6f |
| US National | Agog Open Call- Climate Futures + Immersive Media | Agog | Jun 12, 2026 | $200,000 | May 18, 2026 | Agog offers grant funding to support innovators, artists, technologists, researchers, and organizations using immersive media to engage the public on climate issues, moving audiences from awareness to action. The open call welcomes projects at any stage that use technologies such as augmented reality, mixed reality, smart glasses, and spatial sound to create compelling, experiential climate storytelling and civic participation. Priority is given to projects that foster community resilience, center frontline and disproportionately impacted communities, promote equity and climate justice, and deepen connections to the natural world while addressing climate anxiety. The program also encourages future-oriented, imaginative approaches that expand how people envision and participate in climate solutions. In addition to funding, selected projects may receive mentorship, advisory support, and opportunities for partnership and distribution, with emphasis on clear purpose, strong storytelling, and meaningful public engagement. For questions, contact grants@agog.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://agog.org/opencall2026/ |
| California | Community Wetland Restoration Grant Program | Southern California Wetlands Recovery Project | Aug 01, 2026 | $100,000 | May 01, 2026 | The Community Wetland Restoration Grant Program provides small grants for community-based restoration projects in coastal wetlands and coastal stream corridors throughout Southern California. Grants are awarded to support projects that restore wetland habitats while promoting community involvement in restoration activities and fostering education about wetland ecosystems. All funded projects must integrate wetland restoration, environmental education, and community engagement as core components. The program aims to build local capacity to plan and implement restoration efforts, strengthen public stewardship, and increase understanding of wetland ecosystems. For questions, contact Kellan Warner at kellan.warner@scc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://scwrp.org/community-wetland-restoration-grant-program/ |
| California | Transformative Climate Communities Round 6 PROJECT DEVELOPMENT Grant (FY 25-26) | California Strategic Growth Council | Sep 30, 2026 | $5,000,000 | Jun 02, 2026 | The Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Program funds community-led efforts in the state’s most disadvantaged communities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while advancing environmental, public health, and economic benefits. The program supports place-based, neighborhood-scale climate initiatives that integrate multiple coordinated projects aligned with community priorities and equity goals. TCC Project Development Grants specifically support disadvantaged communities by funding pre-development and basic infrastructure activities that advance locally identified climate and resilience goals and prepare projects for future implementation funding. These grants are intended to build on prior community planning efforts by supporting priority projects that require additional development, feasibility work, or infrastructure investment to become implementation-ready. The grant type addresses a gap between Planning and Implementation funding and continues to prioritize disadvantaged unincorporated communities, Tribal communities, prior Planning Grant recipients, and previous Implementation Grant applicants. Eligible applicants must form a Collaborative Governance Structure that includes at least two co-applicants to co-develop and implement a shared vision for their community. TCC prioritizes Tribal communities, Tribally owned nonprofits, and disadvantaged unincorporated communities for technical assistance. For questions, contact tcc@sgc.ca.gov. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://cagovopr-tcc.submittable.com/submit |
| US National | Park Foundation Grant | Park Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 01, 2026 | The Park Foundation supports nonprofit organizations working at the national level in environmental protection, civic engagement, independent media, democracy, and animal welfare, with additional place-based funding focused on New York State and Tompkins County communities. Its grantmaking priorities include issues such as drinking water policy, opposition to fossil fuel development, voter rights and election integrity, and investigative journalism, alongside broader efforts to promote a more just, equitable, and sustainable society. The Foundation emphasizes strategic, innovative, and collaborative approaches that strengthen democracy, protect environmental resources, and support independent media systems. Proposal deadlines for the 2025-26 cycle are January 7, April 2, July 8, and September 22, 2026. For questions, contact info@parkfoundation.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.parkfoundation.org/grants/how-to-apply/# |
| US National | Environment Initiative | Roy A Hunt Foundation | Jul 10, 2026 | $75,000 | May 01, 2026 | Environment Initiative grants support efforts to protect natural resources and ecosystems in the United States by promoting sustainable solutions that address the root causes of environmental degradation and encouraging informed decision-making among consumers and policymakers. Funding priorities focus on three main areas: climate and energy (expanding access to cleaner, renewable energy while reducing reliance on carbon-intensive sources), toxics and waste (reducing environmental and health impacts through approaches such as green chemistry, sustainable design, and product stewardship), and clean water (protecting and restoring freshwater, coastal, and nearshore marine ecosystems across the U.S.). The Foundation supports multi-state, national, and systems-level projects, including applied research, education and outreach, project management, contracted services, and policy-relevant innovations that advance environmental protection and sustainability. For questions, contact info@rahuntfdn.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Education, Recreation, and Access, Research and Data Tools | https://rahuntfdn.org/environment/ |
| Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida | Resilience Education | National Academies of Sciences | Jun 10, 2026 | $750,000 | May 01, 2026 | The National Academies of Sciences' Gulf Research Program (GRP), in partnership with NOAA’s Office of Education, supports place-based education initiatives that strengthen the resilience of coastal communities across the U.S. Gulf Coast states (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida). This funding opportunity focuses on projects that educate community members about local environmental and socio-environmental challenges, engage learners in solutions-oriented, hands-on activities, and empower participants to take meaningful action to improve community resilience. Proposals are expected to be closely tailored to local needs and contexts, incorporate scientific knowledge and evidence-based educational practices, and build leadership capacity for addressing current and future environmental challenges in the Gulf region. For questions, contact gulfgrants@nas.edu. | Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.nationalacademies.org/programs/GULF-BGEE-24-01 |
| International | RELX Environmental Challenge | RELX | Jul 12, 2026 | $75,000 | May 01, 2026 | The RELX Environmental Challenge awards two annual prizes of $75,000 each to innovative projects addressing environmental sustainability in the areas of clean water or sanitation and ocean health. One prize supports initiatives that improve sustainable access to safe drinking water and sanitation, while the other recognizes projects that enhance ocean health, marine ecosystems, or ocean-based solutions that contribute to environmental resilience. Eligible projects must demonstrate clear practical application, address defined needs, and show strong potential for replicability and scalability, while also contributing to broader social outcomes such as health, education, equity, or human rights. There is a preference for early-stage projects that can demonstrate meaningful real-world impact. For questions, contact environmental.challenge@relx.com. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.relx.com/corporate-responsibility/engaging-others/relx-group-environmental-challenge#contact |
| International | Entrepreneurial Foundation for the Greater Good | Entrepreneurial Foundation for the Greater Good | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 01, 2026 | The Entrepreneurial Foundation for the Greater Good supports nonprofit organizations working to develop innovative solutions to humanitarian and environmental challenges through research, dialogue, and program implementation that strengthens global governance and institutional capacity. Its funding priorities include initiatives in education, nutrition, child welfare, water access, medical care, energy, and technology, with an emphasis on projects that deliver direct, on-the-ground impact. The foundation has a strong preference for organizations that ensure 100% of funding is directed toward field-based activities and beneficiaries. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://effgg.org/apply-for-support/ |
| Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the Middle East | CFH Grants | The Conservation, Food & Health Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | May 01, 2026 | The Conservation, Food & Health Foundation supports applied research, pilot projects, training, and technical assistance in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the Middle East, with a focus on conservation, sustainable food systems, and public health. Its conservation funding promotes biodiversity protection, climate change mitigation, and local capacity building through field-based research, community engagement, and partnerships with indigenous and local communities. In the food and agriculture sector, grants support sustainable farming practices, smallholder farmer capacity, food security, pest and disease management, and the advancement of resilient, locally driven food systems. Health-related funding emphasizes community-level public health initiatives, particularly reproductive health, mental and behavioral health, environmental health, nutrition, and disease prevention. The Foundation prioritizes underfunded regions and issues, supports early-stage and capacity-building initiatives, and seeks projects with potential for scalability, systems change, and broader regional or global impact. The concept application is accepted twice per year, from October 15 to December 22 and from May 1 to June 15. For questions, contact Prentice Zinn, Administrator of GMA Foundations, at pzinn@gmafoundations.com. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://cfhfoundation.grantsmanagement08.com/ |
| International | The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund | The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund | Oct 15, 2026 | $25,000 | May 01, 2026 | This fund provides grants to support in situ efforts focused on the protection and recovery of threatened species across all taxa, including animals, plants, and fungi. Priority is given to projects addressing species at high risk of extinction particularly those classified as Endangered or Critically Endangered according to the IUCN Red List. The fund emphasizes field-based conservation activities such as surveys, data collection, direct intervention, species recovery, and training, rather than laboratory or desk-based work. The fund aims to support biodiversity, promote equitable attention to all species regardless of profile, and encourage approaches that integrate scientific research, community engagement, and the balance between conservation and human well-being. For questions, contact enquiries@mbzf.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://www.speciesconservation.org/biodiversity-nature-people/conservation-philanthropy/grants/ |
| California | Active Transportation Program | Caltrans | Jun 22, 2026 | Variable | May 01, 2026 | The Active Transportation Program (ATP) consolidates multiple federal and state funding sources into a unified initiative aimed at increasing walking and biking, positioning California as a national leader in active transportation. ATP funds a wide range of project types, including infrastructure, non-infrastructure (education and encouragement), combined projects, planning efforts in disadvantaged communities, and quick-build projects using temporary materials. The program’s goals include improving safety and mobility for non-motorized users, increasing the share of trips made by active transportation, advancing regional greenhouse gas reduction targets, enhancing public health, and ensuring equitable distribution of benefits, with at least 25% of funding directed to disadvantaged communities. For questions, contact ATP-PM@dot.ca.gov for Infrastructure Projects and ATP-NI@dot.ca.gov for Non-Infrastructure and Plan Projects. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://dot.ca.gov/programs/local-assistance/fed-and-state-programs/active-transportation-program/cycle8 |
| California | California Sea Otter Fund | California Coastal Conservancy | Jul 17, 2026 | Variable | May 01, 2026 | The California Sea Otter Fund supports projects that aid in the recovery of the southern sea otter and enhance California’s nearshore ecosystem. The funds can be used for research, conservation, and ecosystem improvement aligned with the Federal Sea Otter Recovery Plan. Funding priorities focus on projects that evaluate sea otter reintroduction as a recovery strategy, including biological and socioeconomic studies, stakeholder engagement, risk and impact analyses, baseline assessments, and related research and planning efforts. For questions, contact Irvin Tang at irvin.tang@scc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools | https://scc.ca.gov/2026/04/29/sea-otter-rfp-is-open/ |
| California | Rice Incentive Program in the Delta | Sacramento- San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Jun 15, 2026 | Variable | Apr 24, 2026 | The Delta Rice Incentive Program supports organizations that work directly with farmers to convert row crops to rice in the Sacramento–San Joaquin Delta. The program aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, halt land subsidence on high-carbon soils, maintain agricultural viability, and improve habitat for migratory birds. Funding will support 2–3 eligible entities (public agencies or 501(c)(3) nonprofits) that will provide direct payments to farmers and deliver technical assistance for rice conversion and management. Priority is given to projects serving historically underserved farmers and focusing on highly organic, subsided Delta soils. For questions, contact grants@deltaconservancy.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://deltaconservancy.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AI-9.2-P4-Solicitation-Notice-Rice-Program.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| California | Proposition 4 Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024 | San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC) | Jan 01, 2040 | $2,000,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | The RMC Proposition 4 Grant Program provides funding to reduce climate change risks to communities, fish and wildlife, and natural resources while also increasing public access to open space and habitat. The program supports non-profits, public agencies, and tribes through local assistance grants across three categories: safe drinking water, drought, flood, and water resilience; wildfire and forest resilience (including watershed improvement, restoration, and workforce development); and biodiversity and nature-based climate solutions that enhance resilience and public access. The regular RMC Board meeting schedule convenes on the third Monday of January, March, May, June, July, September, and November. For questions, contact info@rmc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Wildfire | https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/8otvzcmlrrywvhf2jl7md/RMC-Prop-4-Guidelines-ADA-Accessible.pdf?rlkey=ulbr0zl0wxxx6fj0uj4t4s9h3&e=1&st=gl7wd9uk&dl=0 |
| Canada, United States, Mexico | Fund for Wild Nature Grant | Fund for Wild Nature | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Apr 24, 2026 | The Fund for Wild Nature Grant is a small grants program that supports North American conservation campaigns focused on protecting native species, wild ecosystems, and threatened wilderness, with an emphasis on underfunded ecological issues and cost-effective, strategic action. Funding supports advocacy, litigation, and public policy work aimed at achieving measurable conservation outcomes, prioritizing proposals with clear, realistic, and impactful strategies. For questions, contact fwn@fundwildnature.org. | Natural Resource Management | https://fundwildnature.org/proposal-dates-guidelines/ |
| California | Tribal Capacity Building Program | California Strategic Growth Council | Aug 11, 2026 | $420,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | The Tribal Capacity Building Program provides funding and technical assistance to California Native American Tribes to strengthen staff capacity and support long-term planning, funding acquisition, and implementation of Tribal-led climate and housing projects. Grants can be used for staff salaries and related activities. Funder will also offer tailored support such as grant writing and management assistance, planning and implementation support, staff development, training, and peer learning opportunities. For questions, contact Nancy Cheng at Tribalinfo@sgc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/tribal-capacity-building-program/ |
| US National | Strategic Initiatives Grants | Jackson Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | The Strategic Initiatives grants support convenings such as forums, roundtables, and conferences that bring together experts to address policy issues aligned with the Foundation’s goals, often through partnerships with regional, national, or international organizations. The Foundation also makes select larger general operating grants to highly aligned organizations. It accepts letters of interest for strategic initiatives and larger grants, with invited proposals reviewed quarterly by the Board, and has historically prioritized issues such as framing climate change as a national security concern. For questions, contact Maura Sullivan, Program Manager, at sullivan@hmjackson.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://hmjackson.org/what-we-do/strategic-initiatives-grants/ |
| Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming | Sponsorships | Social Justice Fund Northwest | Jan 01, 2040 | $1,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | Social Justice Fund Sponsorships support recent or current SJF grantees (within the past two years) in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming to pursue ambitious, innovative projects often not funded by traditional sources. Priority is given to organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and people of color, those working primarily in reservation or rural/small-town communities, and organizations with annual budgets of $500,000 or less. For questions, contact Grants@SocialJusticeFund.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://socialjusticefund.org/sponsorships/ |
| Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming | 2026 Emerging Justice Fund Grant | Social Justice Fund Northwest | Jul 30, 2026 | $10,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | The Emerging Justice Fund provides unrestricted funding to support grassroots organizing efforts led by communities targeted by federal, state, and local policies, prioritizing groups underrepresented in traditional grantmaking. Eligible applicants must be organizations that align with Social Justice Fund Northwest’s community organizing framework. Priority is given to organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and people of color, those working primarily in reservation or rural/small-town communities, and organizations with annual budgets of $500,000 or less. For questions, contact Grants@SocialJusticeFund.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://socialjusticefund.org/2026-emerging-justice-fund-grant/ |
| Oregon | Water Project Grants and Loans | Oregon Water Resources Department | Jul 15, 2026 | Variable | Apr 24, 2026 | The Water Project Grants and Loans program provides competitive funding for implementation-ready water projects that address instream and out-of-stream water needs while delivering economic, environmental, and social/cultural benefits. Eligible projects include water conservation, reuse, storage (above- and below-ground), streamflow restoration or protection, and water distribution or conveyance improvements. Funding can be used for final design and implementation but not early planning. Projects require a 25% cost-share match, however, incorporated cities must provide a match amount based on their population size according to the most recent U.S. federal decennial census. For questions, contact Louisa Mariki at OWRD.grants@water.oregon.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.oregon.gov/owrd/programs/FundingOpportunities/WaterProjectGrantAndLoans/Pages/default.aspx |
| Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas | Southeast Aquatics Fund 2026 Request for Proposals | National Fish and Wildlife Foundation | Jul 01, 2026 | $500,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | The Southeast Aquatics Fund supports projects to conserve and restore aquatic habitats in the southeastern U.S., with a focus on improving water quality, water quantity, instream and riparian conditions, and aquatic connectivity. Priority is given to projects benefiting target freshwater species. Eligible activities include habitat restoration, forest and watershed management, barrier removal, landowner technical assistance, species recovery, monitoring, and planning. Projects must include at least a 1:1 non-federal match and align with regional conservation plans. For questions, contact Will Singleton, Program Director, Southern Regional Office, at Will.Singleton@nfwf.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.nfwf.org/programs/southeast-aquatics/southeast-aquatics-fund-2026-request-proposals |
| US National | StartBlue | UC San Diego | Jun 21, 2026 | $150,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | StartBlue Ocean Enterprise Accelerator is a no-cost program that supports U.S.-based ocean intelligence startups developing data, observation, or technology solutions for the Blue Economy. The program offers two tracks—Launch (early-stage) and Scale (mid-stage)—and provides entrepreneurship training, mentorship, technical resources, and connections to industry, investors, and research partners. Participants gain access to facilities, networking opportunities, and a Demo Day, with the potential to apply for non-dilutive funding (up to $20K for Launch, up to $150K for Scale). Applicants must demonstrate commercial potential and commit to program participation (Sept–Dec 2026, including in-person sessions in San Diego). For questions, contact startblue@ucsd.edu. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://startblue.ucsd.edu/program/ |
| US National | Ocean Guardian School | National Marine Sanctuaries | Jul 01, 2026 | $4,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | The Ocean Guardian School Program provides funding for school- or community-based projects that address current issues impacting local watersheds and/or the ocean, with a focus on promoting environmental stewardship and best practices. Projects are evaluated based on relevance to local issues, level of student involvement, potential impact on the school/community, and effectiveness of outreach and communication plans. For questions, contact Alyssa Leadingham at alyssa.leadingham@noaa.gov. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/ocean_guardian/application.html |
| US National | FOFFOS Grants | Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship (FOFFOS) | Oct 12, 2026 | $50,000 | Apr 24, 2026 | FOFFOS Grants support action-oriented projects that advance ocean and coastal conservation, ecosystem restoration and protection, advocacy, community stewardship, and marine animal rescue and rehabilitation. Funds support both established and pilot projects. For questions, contact FerrisOlsonFoundation@gmail.com. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://foffos.org/new-home/2024-grant-application/ |
| Alaska | Sabbatical Program | Rasmuson Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | Apr 17, 2026 | The Sabbatical Program provides tribal administrators and nonprofit CEOs/executive directors with structured time away from their organizations for rest, reflection, and personal renewal, with the goal of preventing burnout and supporting long-term leadership sustainability. Sabbatical activities may include travel, personal enrichment, rest, and reflective time, but may not include medical leave, professional development, academic study, or enrollment in degree-seeking or career-advancing coursework. Grants support sabbaticals lasting 90 to 120 consecutive days, during which leaders are expected to fully step away from organizational responsibilities. Funding is awarded to the organization to support both the leader’s sabbatical-related expenses and compensation for interim staffing during the leader’s absence, with the organization responsible for disbursing funds and managing associated payroll and tax obligations. For questions, contact sabbatical@rasmuson.org. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://rasmuson.org/find-funding/sabbatical-program/ |
| US National | Nonprofit General Application | Richard King Mellon Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Apr 17, 2026 | The General Application supports proposals aligned with the Foundation’s 2021–2030 Strategy and its core funding areas of Conservation, Economic Development, Economic Mobility, and Health & Well-Being. It is a flexible, year-round application and may be used to request general operating support, project-specific funding, or resources for planning, innovation, implementation, or scaling activities. Applicants may propose initiatives at different stages of development, provided they clearly align with one or more of the Foundation’s program priorities. For questions, contact rkmf@rkmf.org. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.rkmf.org/apply/?app=orgeffectiveness |
| US National | For-profit General Application | Richard King Mellon Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Apr 17, 2026 | The General Application supports proposals aligned with the Foundation’s 2021–2030 Strategy and its core funding areas of Conservation, Economic Development, Economic Mobility, and Health & Well-Being. It is a flexible, year-round application and may be used to request general operating support, project-specific funding, or resources for planning, innovation, implementation, or scaling activities. Applicants may propose initiatives at different stages of development, provided they clearly align with one or more of the Foundation’s program priorities. For questions, contact rkmf@rkmf.org. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.rkmf.org/apply/?app=orgeffectiveness |
| US National | HYDRO FLASK® Product Donations | HYDRO FLASK | Jun 30, 2026 | N/A | Apr 17, 2026 | HYDRO FLASK offers product donations to eligible U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that have missions consistent with HYDRO FLASK’s values of inclusivity, active lifestyles, environmental responsibility, and community well-being. Priority is given to initiatives that increase access and reduce barriers for underserved or underrepresented communities. Key focus areas include outdoor recreation programs that expand access to nature and promote stewardship and well-being; environmental and climate education efforts that advance sustainability and ecological responsibility; and single-use product reduction initiatives that promote reuse, refill systems, and waste reduction through community-based education and action. For questions, contact donations@hydroflask.com. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.cybergrants.com/pls/cybergrants/quiz.display_question?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&x_gm_id=7616&x_order_by=1&x_quiz_id=10334 |
| Oregon | Restoration Grants | Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board | Aug 03, 2026 | Variable | Apr 17, 2026 | Restoration Grants fund projects that deliver public benefits by protecting or restoring native fish and wildlife habitat, ecosystem function, and natural watershed processes to improve water quality and streamflow. Eligible projects span instream, riparian, upland, wetland, and estuarine habitat types and may include instream actions such as improving fish passage, increasing channel complexity, reconnecting side channels and floodplains, enhancing flows, and improving water quality. A minimum 25% cost-share match is required. For questions, contact your Regional Program Representative (https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/Documents/RPR-Contact-Map.pdf). | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/grants/Pages/restoration.aspx |
| Oregon | Coastal Wetlands Acquisition Grants | Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board | Jan 01, 2040 | $1,000,000 | Apr 17, 2026 | The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program supports the long-term conservation of coastal wetland ecosystems through competitive matching grants to state agencies for the acquisition, restoration, enhancement, and management of coastal wetlands. The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board serves as the eligible applicant and pass-through entity, distributing federal funds to local partners through sub-grants for eligible acquisition and restoration projects. Grants support the acquisition of a real property interest (permanent conservation easement or fee title) in coastal lands or coastal wetlands ecosystems from willing sellers. All funded projects must demonstrate a commitment to long-term coastal wetland conservation outcomes. A minimum 25% match is required based on total project cost. For questions, contact Jillian McCarthy, Partnerships Coordinator, at jillian.mccarthy@oweb.oregon.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/grants/Pages/coastal-wetlands.aspx |
| Oregon | Monitoring Grants | Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board | Aug 03, 2026 | Variable | Apr 17, 2026 | Monitoring Grants support data collection and analysis activities that inform, evaluate, and improve restoration or acquisition projects aimed at protecting or restoring fish and wildlife habitat and natural watershed or ecosystem functions to enhance water quality and streamflow. Projects must clearly define monitoring questions, identify variables to be measured (e.g., habitat, stream conditions, vegetation, macroinvertebrates, fish, wildlife, invasive species, soil, water quality and quantity), and demonstrate alignment with local plans and complementary partner efforts. Supported monitoring approaches include status and trend monitoring to track long-term conditions, project-scale effectiveness monitoring to assess whether restoration objectives are met, and landscape-scale effectiveness monitoring to evaluate broader watershed changes. Projects focused solely on research, theory testing, or generating generalizable knowledge without direct application to restoration or acquisition are not eligible. A minimum 5% cost-share match is required. For questions, contact Ken Fetcho, Effectiveness Monitoring Coordinator, at ken.fetcho@oweb.oregon.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/grants/Pages/monitoring.aspx |
| Oregon | Technical Assistance (TA) Grants | Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board | Aug 03, 2026 | Variable | Apr 17, 2026 | Technical Assistance grants support the planning, assessment, and design work necessary to develop future restoration or acquisition projects that protect or restore fish and wildlife habitat and improve water quality or streamflow. These grants fund activities such as resource assessments, technical design, engineering, and organizational capacity-building that directly contribute to site-specific or programmatic conservation outcomes. Two distinct project types are eligible and must be applied for separately: (1) Technical Design and Engineering, which supports feasibility studies, project designs, and engineering plans that lead to implementation within a defined timeframe; and (2) Resource Assessment and Planning, which supports analysis of existing habitat or water quality conditions and identification of actions needed to achieve desired future conditions. A minimum 5% cost-share match is required. For questions, contact your Regional Program Representative (https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/Documents/RPR-Contact-Map.pdf). | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/grants/Pages/ta.aspx |
| Oregon | Engagement Grants | Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board | Aug 03, 2026 | Variable | Apr 17, 2026 | Engagement Grants support engagement-focused projects that communicate and collaborate with landowners, organizations, and community members to advance specific restoration or acquisition opportunities. Eligible activities include outreach and coordination efforts that demonstrate the need for, feasibility of, and benefits associated with protecting or restoring fish and wildlife habitat and/or natural watershed functions to improve water quality or streamflow. Projects must be tied to a clearly defined site or result in the identification of a specific project location through resource assessment and planning. General education projects are not eligible. A minimum 5% cost-share match is required. For questions, contact your Regional Program Representative (https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/Documents/RPR-Contact-Map.pdf). | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/grants/Pages/engagement.aspx |
| US National | Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund | Solidaire Network | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Apr 10, 2026 | The Janisha R. Gabriel Movement Protection Fund provides rapid and secure funding to protect frontline movement organizers facing immediate security threats, while also investing in longer-term safety infrastructure. The fund supports a range of social justice movements, including climate justice, electoral justice, immigrant justice, Indigenous sovereignty, racial justice, trans liberation, antiwar, and workers’ rights. It prioritizes organizations, collectives, LLCs, and individuals experiencing threats such as state repression, vigilante violence, digital attacks, and institutional retaliation linked to their organizing work. Eligible uses of funding include crisis response teams, legal defense, digital and physical security measures, relocation support, mass bailouts, mental health services, and safety training. The program requires prospective applicants to contact mpf@solidairenetwork.org to register for an information session on eligibility and fit. For questions, contact mpf@SolidareNetwork.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://solidairenetwork.org/how-we-partner/movement-protection-fund/ |
| California | Prop 4 – Randall Preserve | Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy | Jun 30, 2028 | Variable | Apr 10, 2026 | This Prop. 4 funding supports projects at Randall Preserve that advance climate impact reduction and expand outdoor recreation opportunities, with a focus on benefiting disadvantaged communities and vulnerable populations. Eligible work includes activities that reduce climate-related risks and improve resilience, as well as efforts to create, protect, and expand public access to outdoor recreation. Funding is available for encumbrance or expenditure through June 30, 2028. Applicants are required to consult with Conservancy staff prior to submitting an application, who provide guidance on project suitability and recommendations to strengthen proposals. For questions, contact grants@smmc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Environmental/Climate Justice, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/prop-4-randall-preserve/ |
| California | Foundation for Sustainability and Innovation Grants | Foundation for Sustainability and Innovation | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Apr 10, 2026 | The Foundation for Sustainability and Innovation provides small seed grants for one-year projects that advance sustainability, environmental restoration, preservation, and education while encouraging creativity and innovative approaches to community and ecological challenges. The program supports initiatives that may serve as catalysts for larger funding efforts and collaborative partnerships. Priority areas include environmental restoration and preservation, sustainable land use, biodiversity conservation, and demonstration projects that connect rural and urban communities. The Foundation is particularly interested in urban greening, community gardening, alternative energy, seed banks, conservation of open space and wildlife habitat, and projects that bridge environmental awareness with creative and educational outreach, including support for small presses and publications. There is a geographic emphasis on initiatives in and around Laguna Beach, California, particularly those contributing to the preservation and restoration of the Laguna Greenbelt, Laguna Bluebelt, and surrounding open space and cultural heritage sites. For questions, contact foundationforsi@gmail.com. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://fsifoundation.com/grants |
| California | Science and Research Grant Program | East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy | Aug 03, 2026 | $30,000 | Apr 10, 2026 | The Science and Research Grant Program funds small-scale research projects that improve understanding and management of special-status (covered) species and their habitats within the Conservancy’s Preserve System. The program supports studies that address key uncertainties and contribute to the biological goals of the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan/ Natural Community Conservation Plan, with a focus on informing practical management actions. Priority research areas include evaluating the effectiveness of habitat enhancement, creation, and restoration techniques; refining knowledge of species’ ecological requirements; assessing how species and natural communities respond to management interventions; and developing improved strategies for monitoring and managing habitats and covered species. For questions, contact Maureen Parkes at Maureen.Parkes@dcd.cccounty.us. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools, Resilience and Adaptation | https://cocohcp.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/47 |
| California | Community Grants | San Francisco Bay Restoration Authority | Jan 01, 2040 | $300,000 | Apr 10, 2026 | The Community Grants Program is designed to improve equity in grantmaking by providing a more accessible pathway for community-based organizations in economically disadvantaged communities to receive funding. The program funds shoreline-related projects in the San Francisco Bay Area, including habitat restoration, protection, or enhancement of tidal wetlands, managed ponds, and natural shoreline areas; flood management projects connected to habitat efforts; and public access projects that enhance recreational opportunities as part of habitat initiatives. Priority is given to projects that advance community visioning for shoreline improvements, implement small-scale habitat projects with strong community benefits, build local capacity through training and workforce development, and empower communities to actively participate in the planning and implementation of larger shoreline restoration efforts. For questions contact, grants@sfbayrestore.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.sfbayrestore.org/community-grants |
| Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington | Norm Winn Memorial Conservation Grant | Keta Legacy Foundation | Oct 31, 2026 | $25,000 | Apr 10, 2026 | The Norm Winn Memorial Conservation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations' projects that advance environmental protection through conservation, preservation, or restoration. Eligible initiatives include efforts to minimize the use of finite natural resources and reduce negative impacts on ecosystem health (conservation), protect ecosystems, species, and other irreplaceable natural assets (preservation), and restore ecosystems to reestablish healthy ecological functions (restoration). For questions, contact coordinator@ketalegacy.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://ketalegacy.org/grants/norm-winn-grant-guidelines/ |
| International | Open Call for Innovative Solutions | Flotilla Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $35,000 | Apr 10, 2026 | The Flotilla Foundation invites proof-of-concept projects that address the interconnected challenges of pollution and ocean resilience. The program supports initiatives developing new technologies, governance approaches, or incentive models that prevent pollution at its source and enhance the ocean’s capacity to adapt to climate change. It specifically seeks proof-of-concept projects, pilot initiatives, and early-stage innovations focused on pollution prevention and upstream solutions in waterways; strengthening ocean resilience, marine protection, and restoration; and advancing blue-economy models that integrate community wellbeing with conservation outcomes. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with reviews beginning after March 1 and September 1 each year. For questions, contact ihamer@flotillafoundation.org using the subject title "Innovations & Solutions Fund Enquiry". | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://flotillafoundation.org/open-call-for-innovative-solutions |
| California | Prop 4 – Regional Wildfire | Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy | Jun 30, 2028 | Variable | Apr 03, 2026 | The funds appropriated in this item shall be available for regional projects to improve local fire prevention capacity, improve forest health and resilience, and reduce the risk of wildfire spreading into populated areas from wildlands pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 91520 of the Public Resources Code and shall be available for encumbrance or expenditure until June 30, 2028, and for liquidation until June 30, 2031. For questions, contact grants@smmc.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Wildfire, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/prop-4-regional-wildfire/ |
| International | Agroforestry, Reforestation, and Mangrove RFP | Symbiosis | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Apr 03, 2026 | Symbiosis is seeking proposals for 10-year offtake agreements from reforestation, agroforestry, and mangrove restoration projects. Eligible projects may be at any stage, including completed feasibility, under development, under validation, validated, under verification, verified, or transferred. Projects should demonstrate long-term ecological impact and contribute measurably to the restoration, conservation, and sustainability of forest or mangrove ecosystems. For reforestation and agroforestry, eligible projects include a range of restoration and management approaches including active reforestation or restoration for conservation focuses on ecological recovery and biodiversity; land-sharing strategies; and land-sparing strategies. For mangrove restoration, eligible activities include both passive and active approaches including assisted natural regeneration; site preparation; planting of mangrove propagules or seedlings where natural regeneration is insufficient; and reestablishing optimal growing conditions. For questions, contact rfp@symbiosiscoalition.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://landing.abatable.com/participate-symbiosis-rfp |
| US National | Spark Good Local Grants | Walmart | Nov 30, 2026 | $5,000 | Apr 03, 2026 | Walmart’s Local Grants program provides funding to support nonprofit organizations addressing the unique needs of the communities where Walmart stores, Sam’s Clubs, and Distribution Centers operate. Grants aim to strengthen local communities while fostering pride among associates and building relationships with customers and members. Eligible projects should align with Walmart’s mission by addressing a demonstrated community need in areas where Walmart is well positioned to contribute. Applications should clearly describe the organization’s work, the intended use of funds, and the expected outcomes and impact on the community. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Natural Resource Management | https://www.walmart.org/how-we-give/program-guidelines/spark-good-local-grants-guidelines |
| US National | Spark Good Local Grants | Walmart | Jul 15, 2026 | $5,000 | Apr 03, 2026 | Walmart’s Local Grants program provides funding to support nonprofit organizations addressing the unique needs of the communities where Walmart stores, Sam’s Clubs, and Distribution Centers operate. Grants aim to strengthen local communities while fostering pride among associates and building relationships with customers and members. Eligible projects should align with Walmart’s mission by addressing a demonstrated community need in areas where Walmart is well positioned to contribute. Applications should clearly describe the organization’s work, the intended use of funds, and the expected outcomes and impact on the community. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Natural Resource Management | https://www.walmart.org/how-we-give/program-guidelines/spark-good-local-grants-guidelines |
| Oregon | Place-Based Water Planning Grants | Oregon Water Resources Department | Jul 02, 2026 | Variable | Apr 03, 2026 | Place-Based Water Planning Grants support collaborative, community-led initiatives to develop, update, and implement integrated water resources plans at the local level. The program aims to bring stakeholders together to improve water management through coordinated, place-based approaches aligned with state-recognized planning frameworks. Funding is available across multiple stages of the planning process, including Planning Readiness Evaluation and Preparation (PREP), which supports assessing a community’s readiness to engage in planning; Plan Development, which funds the creation of integrated water resources plans following required governance and state guidelines; and Post-Plan Coordination, which supports ongoing coordination and implementation of approved plans. In the 2026 funding cycle, PREP grants offer up to $100,000 with a 10% match requirement, Plan Development grants provide up to $450,000 with a 25% match, and Post-Plan Coordination grants offer up to $150,000 with a 25% match. Overall, the program is designed to strengthen local capacity for sustainable and integrated water management through structured, phased support. For questions, contact wrd_dl_customerservice@water.oregon.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.oregon.gov/owrd/programs/FundingOpportunities/PlanningGrants/Pages/default.aspx |
| California | Sustainable Groundwater Management Grant Program | California Department of Water Resources | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Apr 03, 2026 | The SGM Grant Program provides funding to Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) and other responsible entities to support the long-term health and sustainability of groundwater basins. The program aims to reduce and eliminate undesirable impacts while advancing projects that deliver multiple benefits, including improvements to groundwater supply and quality. Its broader vision is to achieve a sustainable water balance across California through coordinated, innovative, and integrated management of surface water and groundwater resources. To achieve these goals, the program funds the development and implementation of Groundwater Sustainability Plans (GSPs) or approved alternatives, as well as projects that promote sustainable groundwater use. It also supports public education on groundwater management, provides technical assistance to underrepresented communities to address SGMA-related risks and needs, advances research and dissemination of best management practices, and fosters partnerships with state agencies, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to ensure effective and strategic use of public funds. For questions, contact FinancialAssistance@water.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://water.ca.gov/work-with-us/grants-and-loans/sustainable-groundwater |
| US National | Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities | Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) | Jul 23, 2026 | $2,000,000 | Mar 27, 2026 | The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program makes federal funds available to states, U.S. territories, federally recognized tribal governments, and local governments for hazard mitigation activities. It does so by recognizing the need to upgrade and modernize the nation’s infrastructure against the growing risks to communities and the need for natural hazard risk mitigation activities that promote resilience with respect to natural hazards. Allowable project types include: (a) Capability- and Capacity-Building Activities - activities that directly support infrastructure resilience, such as the adoption, enforcement, and implementation of hazard-resistant building codes; (b) Hazard Mitigation Projects – cost-effective infrastructure and construction projects designed to increase resilience and public safety; reduce injuries and loss of life; and reduce damage and destruction to property, critical services, facilities, and infrastructure (including natural systems) from a multitude of natural hazards, including drought, wildfire, earthquakes, and the effects of natural weather disasters; (c) Management Costs – financial assistance to reimburse the recipient and subrecipient for eligible and reasonable indirect costs, direct administrative costs, and other administrative expenses associated with a specific hazard mitigation measure or project subject to applicable cost share requirements. $1,000,000,000 is available. For more information, contact femago@fema.dhs.gov. | Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://simpler.grants.gov/opportunity/bccd8cb3-af60-4773-a5e5-f5a228991289 |
| US National | FY 2026 Ocean Technology Transition Program | U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System | Jul 15, 2026 | $1,200,000 | Mar 20, 2026 | The Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) Ocean Technology Transition (OTT) Program provides funding to accelerate the transition of advanced ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes technologies from research into sustained operational use. These efforts support the collection and application of a wide range of oceanographic, environmental, and ecological data, including ocean temperature, water quality, weather and climate conditions, and species and habitat monitoring, helping users better understand and respond to changing conditions. The program supports innovations in sensors, data management systems, data visualization, platform enhancements, and other technology modernization efforts that improve environmental monitoring, forecasting, and decision-making. Focused on mid- to late-stage technologies, OTT funding prioritizes projects with demonstrated end users or operators committed to long-term implementation and open data sharing. Eligible activities include system integration, testing, validation, and verification necessary to move technologies into full operational status. For questions, contact Jennifer Hinden at Jennifer.Hinden@noaa.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361483 |
| US National | Collaboration Fund | Sorenson Impact Institute | Jun 11, 2026 | $400,000 | Mar 20, 2026 | The Collaboration Fund is designed to strengthen the impact investing and inclusive capitalism ecosystem by supporting strategic mergers, acquisitions, and deep collaborations among nonprofit field-building organizations. The program reduces barriers associated with consolidation, including costs for feasibility studies, due diligence, legal and consulting services, integration planning, staff transition, and strategic communications. Eligible organizations are those that contribute to shared infrastructure, convene stakeholders, produce research, build capacity, or advocate for systemic improvements that benefit the broader field. Priority is given to proposals that demonstrate strong strategic alignment, clear execution readiness, and the potential to create durable, field-level impact. Overall, the fund aims to reduce fragmentation, improve coordination, and enhance long-term sustainability across the impact sector by enabling organizations to combine efforts and achieve greater collective value. For questions, contact info@sorensoninstitute.com. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://sorensonimpactinstitute.com/collaboration-fund/ |
| US National | Collaborative Capacity Program for Forests & Communities | National Forest Foundation | Jun 16, 2026 | $50,000 | Mar 13, 2026 | The Collaborative Capacity Program for Forests & Communities (CCP) provides financial support for collaborative activities that strengthen shared decision-making around the management of public lands, particularly within U.S. Forest Service National Forest System lands. The program funds initiatives that build capacity among communities, Tribes, and collaborative groups to address forest stewardship challenges such as wildfire resilience, forest health, watershed and land restoration, recreation access, and rural economic vitality. CCP prioritizes projects that bring together diverse stakeholders to co-create solutions and expand Tribal co-stewardship of National Forests and Grasslands. Funding is intended to catalyze new initiatives, innovative approaches to public lands management, or broaden participation in collaborative decision-making rather than sustain existing partnerships or support on-the-ground project implementation. Applicants must provide a 20% non-federal cash or in-kind match. For questions, contact Rebecca Brickner at collab-capacity@nationalforests.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Wildfire | https://www.nationalforests.org/grant-programs/collab-capacity?mc_cid=2f8ecdc91c&mc_eid=d1a8cc2c60&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| US National | First Responder Grant | Gary Sinise Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Mar 13, 2026 | The First Responder Grants program provides support to first responder departments across the United States to help them carry out their critical public safety missions. Grants are available to eligible first responder organizations—including law enforcement, firefighting, emergency medical service (EMS), and search and rescue (SAR) departments—as defined by the foundation’s First Responder Outreach Team. Funding is limited to equipment purchases and training that enhance a department’s ability to protect life, property, evidence, and the environment during emergency response. The program does not support building or operating expenses such as construction, utilities, or land costs. For questions, contact firstresponder@garysinisefoundation.org. | Wildfire | https://forms.monday.com/forms/e9e96ea45cc82370867ceb466e277075 |
| California | 2026 Acquisition Grants | California Wildlife Conservation Board | Dec 31, 2026 | Variable | Mar 13, 2026 | Acquisition Grants fund projects that protect habitat via purchases of land in fee or through private land conservation easements. See the WCB General Grant Guidelines for more information. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://wcb.ca.gov/Grants |
| California | 2026 Restoration and Development Grants | California Wildlife Conservation Board | Dec 31, 2026 | Variable | Mar 13, 2026 | Restoration and Development Grants fund habitat restoration project, public access projects, and other infrastructure projects that benefit native species and habitat. Both project planning (e.g., permitting, design, environmental compliance) and implementation (e.g., construction, earthmoving, planting plants) projects are eligible. Eligible applicants include government entities, non-profits, and tribes. See the WCB General Grant Guidelines for more information. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://wcb.ca.gov/Grants/Restoration-Grant-Resources |
| International | Neptune Awards | Ocean Exchange | Aug 07, 2026 | $100,000 | Mar 06, 2026 | The Neptune Awards offer three $100,000 prizes to innovative solutions that improve ocean health while supporting sustainable human use of marine resources. The awards recognize projects that advance understanding of the ocean, reduce human impacts, and strengthen the resilience of marine ecosystems, coastlines, and ocean-dependent communities. Eligible solutions may address a wide range of topics across the blue economy, including maritime technology, ocean environmental protection, coastal resilience, and ocean data collection and analysis. Application deadlines vary by region: for applicants in Asia and Oceania, entries are due June 12; for applicants in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, entries are due July 10; for applicants in the Americas, entries are due August 7. For questions, contact Susan Zellers at susan.zellers@oceanexcahnge.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://www.oceanexchange.org/register/ |
| US National | Arthur L & Elaine V. Johnson Foundation Grant | Arthur L. & Elaine V. Johnson Foundation | Aug 01, 2026 | Variable | Mar 06, 2026 | The Arthur L. & Elaine V. Johnson Foundation prioritizes funding projects that create long-term environmental impact and act as a catalyst for meaningful change. Within the area of nature conservancy, the highest priority is given to direct conservation efforts, such as the preservation or restoration of natural lands, wildlife conservation, and science-based conservation activities that improve land and wildlife management. Applications that focus on the protection of vulnerable or endangered species and their habitats receive stronger consideration. For questions, contact info@aljfoundation.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://aljfoundation.org/granting/ |
| Wisconsin | James E. Dutton Foundation Grant | James E. Dutton Foundation, Inc | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 27, 2026 | The James E. Dutton Foundation provides financial support to Wisconsin-based organizations dedicated to wildlife protection, environmental preservation, and outdoor education. Funding supports initiatives such as animal rescue and rehabilitation, habitat restoration, land conservation, wildlife research, and responsible land management. The Foundation also invests in environmental education and public awareness efforts, including youth programs, trail improvements, adaptive recreation opportunities, and conservation-focused exhibits. Through its grantmaking, the Foundation advances projects that protect natural habitats, support animal welfare, and promote opportunities for people to learn from and responsibly engage with the outdoors. For questions, contact the Dutton Foundation at silvercreek.fenske@gmail.com. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://www.jameseduttonfoundation.org/applications |
| International | 11th Hour Racing Grant | 11th Hour Racing | Jan 01, 2040 | $150,000 | Feb 27, 2026 | 11th Hour Racing is accepting grant applications focused on sustainability in the marine industry and community-led ecosystem restoration projects. Grants are awarded both in the U.S. and globally, with a focus on the East Coast, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the Caribbean. Key focus areas for funding include: Increasing Access to Experiential Education & Career Pathways in Ocean Fields: Expanding K-12 education and maritime career pathways to develop the next generation of ocean leaders; Clean Technologies and Best Practices: Advancing technologies and practices in coastal communities and the marine industry to reduce waste, prevent plastic pollution, and improve water quality; Ecosystem Restoration: Enhancing water quality, coastal resilience, and carbon sequestration through habitat restoration efforts. Projects should demonstrate measurable outcomes within a one-year timeframe and engage in collaboration and stakeholder involvement. Preference is given to projects that model best practices and have the potential for replication or broader impact. For questions, contact info@11thhourracing.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Education, Recreation, and Access, Research and Data Tools | https://11thhourracing.org/apply-for-a-grant/ |
| US National | Pathways to Enable Secure Open-Source Ecosystems | US National Science Foundation | Sep 01, 2026 | Variable | Feb 20, 2026 | The Pathways to Enable Secure Open-Source Ecosystems (PESOSE) program supports the translation of open-source science and engineering-focused research products into safe and sustainable ecosystems that address national and societal challenges. PESOSE supports the creation of managing organizations for these ecosystems, ensuring strong governance, distributed development, and broad user communities across academia, industry, and government. PESOSE also supports enhancements to the safety, security, and privacy of Open-Source Ecosystems (OSE) by addressing significant vulnerabilities, both technical and socio-technical, to improve the resistance of the ecosystem against threats. This solicitation seeks three types of proposals, allowing teams to propose specific activities to: 1) scope and plan the establishment of an OSE, 2) establish and expand a sustainable OSE based on a robust, promising open-source product that meets an emergent societal or national need, and 3) improve the safety, security, and privacy of an existing OSE and its products. For questions, contact grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov. | Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361333 |
| California | California Fire Foundation General Grant | California Fire Foundation | Sep 30, 2026 | $25,000 | Feb 20, 2026 | The California Fire Foundation 2026 General Grant provides funding to California-based fire departments, firefighter associations, nonprofit organizations, and tribal entities serving California communities to strengthen disaster preparedness and prevention. The program supports projects that enhance public safety and protect firefighters and first responders amid rising wildfire risk. Eligible activities include disaster response and recovery, vegetation mitigation and fuels reduction education, planning or community outreach campaigns, and the purchase of personal protective equipment or specialized firefighting equipment. For questions, contact cffgrants@cpf.org. | Wildfire, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/for-grant-seekers/funding-opportunities/california-fire-foundation-general-grant |
| California | Wildfire Disaster Relief & Recovery in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties | California Fire Foundation | Sep 30, 2026 | $100,000 | Feb 20, 2026 | The Disaster Relief & Recovery Grant provides funding to California-based fire departments, local firefighter associations, federally recognized tribes, and nonprofit organizations supporting wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. The program funds long-term recovery and preparedness projects that assist affected families, strengthen community resilience, and equip first responders. Eligible project categories include community relief and recovery, recovery planning and public education/outreach campaigns, first responder training, specialized firefighting equipment (including PPE replacement), and vegetation mitigation and fuels reduction. For questions, contact cffgrants@cpf.org. | Wildfire, Resilience and Adaptation, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/for-grant-seekers/funding-opportunities/california-fire-foundation-general-grant |
| Oregon | Focused Investment Partnership (FIP) Grant Program | Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board | Jul 13, 2026 | $5,000,000 | Feb 20, 2026 | OWEB's Focused Investment Partnership (FIP) Program supports partnerships implementing strategic, results-oriented initiatives that address board-identified ecological priorities of statewide significance. FIPs advance clear, measurable ecological outcomes through integrated approaches guided by a Strategic Action Plan and are funded over three biennia (six years). Current ecological priority areas include aquatic habitat for native species; closed lakes basin wetland habitat; dry-type forest habitat; estuaries habitat; oak and prairie habitat; and sagebrush/sage-steppe habitat. Eligible Work Plan project types include engagement, technical assistance, restoration, monitoring, land acquisition, and water acquisition activities aligned with approved strategies and conservation actions. Match is required at the project level: 5% for engagement, technical assistance, and monitoring grants, and 25% for restoration and acquisition grants. For questions, contact eric.hartstein@oweb.oregon.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/grants/Pages/fips-program.aspx |
| Oregon | Open Call Grants | The Roundhouse Foundation | Aug 14, 2026 | $30,000 | Feb 17, 2026 | The Roundhouse Foundation Open Call Grants support projects spanning 12-18 months that strengthen rural communities in Oregon across four interconnected focus areas: Arts & Culture, Environmental Stewardship, Social Services, and Education. Under Environmental Stewardship, the foundation prioritizes projects that protect and enhance the health of rural Oregon’s environment, including watersheds, oceans, sustainable agriculture, fisheries, food systems, and accessible outdoor experiences. Proposals must demonstrate clear and tangible benefits to rural Oregon communities, including Tribal communities, and foster collective responsibility for sustaining the state’s natural resources. For questions, contact inquiries@roundhousefoundation.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://roundhousefoundation.org/how-to-apply-for-roundhouse-grants/#OpenCall |
| US National | FY2025 Disaster Supplemental Grant Program | U.S. Economic Development Administration | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 17, 2026 | The Economic Development Administration (EDA) FY2025 Disaster Supplemental Grant Program provides approximately $1.45 billion to support economic recovery in areas impacted by major disasters- including hurricanes, wildfires, severe storms, flooding, tornadoes, and other events- in 2023 and 2024. The program aims to help communities not only recover but also exceed pre-disaster conditions and transform local economies. Funding is available through three pathways: Readiness Path, supporting capacity-building and strategic planning projects with grants ranging from $250,000 to $500,000; Implementation Path, funding standalone construction and non-construction projects that advance recovery and economic growth, with grants ranging from $100,000 to $20 million depending on project type; and Industry Transformation Path, supporting coalition-led, multi-project portfolios that drive regional industry development, with grants ranging from $20 million to $50 million. Applications for Readiness and Implementation grants are accepted on a rolling basis, while Industry Transformation proposals are due by March 3, 2026. The EDA will fund up to 80% of project costs with up to 100% for Tribal and severely distressed applicants. For questions, contact the Economic Development Representative for the state where the project will be located as listed on EDA’s contact page. | Wildfire, Infrastructure, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.eda.gov/strategic-initiatives/disaster-recovery/supplemental/2025 |
| International | Quick Response Fund for Nature | RESOLVE | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | Feb 17, 2026 | The Quick Response Fund for Nature (QRFN) is a rapid-response funding program that supports local conservation organizations worldwide in securing and protecting critical sites for rare and threatened species. QRFN focuses on Conservation Imperative Sites- the last unprotected areas that harbor rare, range-restricted, and threatened species, representing only 1.2% of the terrestrial surface. By targeting these irreplaceable habitats, the fund directs resources to where they can have the greatest impact in preventing extinction. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and funding is provided to projects that protect globally significant sites in urgent need. Eligible uses include land acquisition or easement costs to place privately owned lands under conservation ownership or management. For questions, contact qrfn@resolve.ngo. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.quickresponsefund.org/quick-response-fund/ |
| International | Protected or Conserved Area Creation Awards | Rainforest Trust | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 17, 2026 | The Rainforest Trust supports the protection of critical ecosystems in the tropics and subtropics that are vital for endangered species and climate mitigation. The Protected or Conserved Area Creation Awards fund the creation and expansion of terrestrial and marine protected or conserved areas through mechanisms such as legal designation, land titling, direct purchase, or Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs). The program aims to establish lasting, community- and government-supported conservation areas that deliver sustainable biodiversity and climate benefits. There is no fixed maximum grant amount. For Concepts requesting over $250,000, applicants are encouraged to submit at least four months in advance of the March 1, July 1, or October 1 deadlines. For questions, contact projects@rainforesttrust.org. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.rainforesttrust.org/get-involved/apply-for-funding/#steps |
| Texas | Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation Grants | Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 17, 2026 | The Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation funds high-impact projects in Texas that advance environmental protection, social equity, and economic vibrancy. Its current sustainability grant programs focus on Clean Energy, Land Conservation, Subsurface Energy, Sustainability Education, and Water. Eligible projects must align with a specific foundation program, be focused on the state of Texas, and clearly demonstrate how they support the foundation’s relevant grantmaking strategy. For questions, contact admin@cgmf.org. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://cgmf.org/p/funding.html |
| Alaska | RurAL CAP Foundation Grants | RurAL CAP Foundation | Jan 01. 2040 | $25,000 | Feb 17, 2026 | The RurAL CAP Foundation provides small grants to support some of the most remote and hard-to-serve communities in Alaska, helping organizations fund projects that improve, expand, or create vital local programs and services. Priority is given to projects that align with one of the foundation’s five focus areas: Culture- promoting knowledge sharing, vibrant cultural expression, and protection of traditions; Community- supporting health, education, youth development, and infrastructure; Leadership- offering training, workshops, or conferences to strengthen local leadership capacity; Food Security- enhancing subsistence practices, gardening, or food bank support; and Environment- implementing sustainable community solutions, recycling initiatives, and cleanup projects. For questions, contact info@ruralcapfoundation.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.ruralcapfoundation.org/grants |
| US National, Canada | Outdoor Fund Local Impact Grant Program | Bass Pro Shops | Jan 01, 2040 | $5,000 | Feb 06, 2026 | The Local Impact Grant Program supports local organizations and projects that engage communities near the Fund’s retail locations and advance its conservation priorities. Eligible projects must focus on either Conserving Wildlife and Habitat or Connecting New Audiences to the Outdoors and can include specific programs, initiatives, or community events that align with these pillars. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://forms.benevity.org/2f693700-44e9-4e6b-a57e-c5372c958a7f?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| California, Hawaii | Joseph & Vera Long Foundation Grants | Joseph & Vera Long Foundation | Aug 17, 2026 | Variable | Feb 06, 2026 | The Joseph & Vera Long Foundation provides competitive, responsive grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Northern California and Hawaii across four focus areas: connecting youth with nature, fostering creativity through the arts, maternal healthcare access and education, and promoting healthy aging through social connection. The Foundation seeks projects and partners that provide meaningful benefits to local communities. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.jvlf.org/apply-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| California | CAL FIRE Business and Workforce Development | CAL FIRE | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 06, 2026 | CAL FIRE’s Wood Products and Bioenergy Program supports business development and workforce development projects that strengthen California’s wood products infrastructure and promote healthy, resilient forests statewide. Grants fund facilities, operations, professional services, and research that deliver near-term benefits to forest-sector businesses, as well as workforce training initiatives in logging, fuels treatment, manufacturing, bioenergy, and related support services. The program prioritizes wood products manufacturing, biomass-based bioenergy, and forest-sector workforce development, with the goal of supporting sustainable forest management, economic opportunity through forest stewardship, and benefits to California communities and ecosystems. Matching fund requirements vary by project type and size. For questions, contact Justin Britton at woodproducts@fire.ca.gov. | Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools, Wildfire | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/cal-fire-business-and-workforce-development-2/ |
| International | DWF Foundation Grants | DWF Foundation | Jun 30, 2026 | $6,800 | Feb 06, 2026 | The DWF Foundation supports registered charities delivering community impact in countries where DWF operates, with a focus on homelessness, health and wellbeing, employability, education, and environment and sustainability. Grants fund initiatives that address local challenges, strengthen the effectiveness of voluntary and community organizations, promote inclusion of underrepresented groups, and enable young people to develop skills that benefit their communities. The Foundation recognizes climate change as a cross-cutting issue affecting health, equality, education, the economy, culture, and community resilience, and supports organizations that address climate impacts and demonstrate environmentally responsible practices in their work. For questions, contact the Foundation Manager, Clare Beavan, at clare.beavan@dwf.law. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://dwfgroup.com/en/about-us/dwf-foundation |
| International | Education Equity Initiative | Amazon Web Services | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jan 30, 2026 | The Education Equity Initiative supports organizations developing digital learning solutions for underserved and underrepresented learners worldwide, offering up to $100 million in AWS cloud credits and technical expertise. The initiative provides AWS credits to build and scale online courses, learning platforms, AI-powered tools, and other digital learning experiences, along with hands-on technical advising from AWS Solutions Architects. The program aims to expand equitable access to education by leveraging cloud and AI technologies to create scalable, innovative learning solutions. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://aws.amazon.com/about-aws/our-impact/education-equity-initiative/ |
| California | California Wildlands Grassroots Fund | Rose Foundation for Communities & the Environment | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Jan 30, 2026 | The California Wildlands Grassroots Fund supports grassroots efforts to permanently protect, restore, and steward California’s wildlands and natural habitats on public and private lands. The fund prioritizes community-based, volunteer-driven projects that preserve wildlands and open space through advocacy, policy and regulatory action, litigation, local planning, restoration, stewardship, and related research, with an emphasis on areas lacking foundation support. Eligible activities include organizing, communications, advocacy, lawsuits, trail maintenance, capacity building, and equipment purchases. Priority is given to projects led by affected communities, efforts engaging diverse and non-traditional stakeholders (especially communities of color), projects in rural or underfunded areas, and initiatives that set or challenge critical precedents for broader wildlands protection. For questions, contact Aurora Heying at aheying@rosefdn.org. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://rosefdn.org/environmental-grants/california-wildlands-grassroots-fund/ |
| US National | Hometown Grants | T-Mobile | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | Jan 30, 2026 | T-Mobile Hometown Grants fund shovel-ready community projects in rural U.S. towns as part of a five-year investment to support 500 communities. The program funds initiatives that strengthen local connections and community infrastructure, including technology upgrades (such as libraries), outdoor spaces and trails, arts and cultural projects, historic revitalization, and community centers. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) nonprofit organizations and local government entities. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/hometown-grants |
| Washington | Planning for Recreation Access | Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office | Jul 01, 2026 | $250,000 | Jan 30, 2026 | The Planning for Recreation Access Program funds planning and pre-design projects that expand equitable access to outdoor recreation, with a focus on diverse urban neighborhoods and small rural communities. The program supports planning, technical assistance, and community engagement efforts that help local governments and community-based organizations identify recreation needs, prioritize investments, and prepare shovel-ready projects for future RCO or other funding opportunities. Eligible projects include all phases of planning and pre-design for public outdoor recreation facilities. For questions, contact PlanningForRecreationAccess@rco.wa.gov. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://rco.wa.gov/grant/plan-rec-access/ |
| California | Teichert Foundation Grants | Teichert Foundation | Jul 31, 2026 | $7,500 | Jan 09, 2026 | The Teichert Foundation provides grants across a broad range of focus areas, including civic improvement, community and social services, environmental sustainability, and programs serving youth and the elderly. Funding decisions emphasize projects with strong community impact, volunteer involvement, and collaboration with other local organizations. The Foundation prioritizes programs that address root causes of community challenges, demonstrate clear outcomes through monitoring and evaluation, show strong governance and fiscal responsibility, and have the capacity to sustain funding beyond the grant period. For questions, contact Allegra Pickett, Grants Manager, at 916-484-3255. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://teichert.com/teichert-foundation/grant-distribution-guidelines/ |
| Maine | Rapid Response Fund Grants | Elmina B. Sewall Foundation | Sep 01, 2026 | $10,000 | Jan 09, 2026 | The Rapid Response Fund provides flexible grants to address emergency or time-sensitive needs of organizations and communities in Maine whose work advances equity and interconnected well-being for people, animals, and the environment. The fund prioritizes small, community-based organizations (operating budgets under $250,000), groups led by or serving Black, Indigenous, and other people of color, rural Mainers, and women, as well as land back and land access efforts (with up to $100,000 dedicated to these projects). Preference is given to collaborative, cross-sector initiatives and efforts that explicitly advance racial and environmental justice while integrating the well-being of people, animals, and the environment. For questions, contact rapidresponse@sewallfoundation.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation, Education, Recreation, and Access, Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://www.sewallfoundation.org/rapid-response-fund |
| California | Proposition 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience | San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | $2,000,000 | Dec 30, 2025 | The Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC) awards grants to support projects that promote watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development. RMC funding supports multi-benefit projects that expand open space, restore habitat, improve water quality, enhance flood control, and increase climate and wildfire resilience from the San Gabriel Mountains to the California coast, including the San Gabriel and Los Angeles Rivers, Dominguez Channel, Catalina Island, and surrounding watersheds. Projects must fall within one of RMC’s three program areas: Urban Areas, Rivers and Tributaries, or Mountains, Hills, and Foothills. For questions, contact info@rmc.ca.gov | Wildfire, Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/proposition-4-wildfire-and-forest-resilience/ |
| California | Proposition 1 Watershed Restoration Grant Program | California Department of Fish and Wildlife | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Dec 12, 2025 | The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) administers Proposition 1 Restoration Grant Programs to fund multi-benefit ecosystem and watershed protection and restoration projects in accordance with the Water Quality, Supply, and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014.The Watershed Restoration Grant Program supports watershed restoration and protection projects of statewide importance. Priorities for this program include large-scale wildfire recovery and prevention, managing headwaters for multiple benefits, protecting and restoring mountain meadow ecosystems, protecting and restoring anadromous and other native fish habitats, restoring coastal wetland ecosystems, and protecting and restoring cross-border urban creeks and watersheds. The Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program funds projects that benefit water quality, ecosystem restoration, and fish protection within the Delta. Priority areas for this program include improving water quality, enhancing habitats in the Delta, and conducting scientific studies and assessments. For questions, contact Elizabeth Buttler at Elizabeth.Buttler@Wildlife.ca.gov. | Wildfire, Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools | https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=183720&inline |
| California | Concept Proposal Solicitation | Sacramento- San Joaquin Delta Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Dec 12, 2025 | The Delta Conservancy has opened a Concept Proposal Solicitation to identify potential projects and partnerships in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. This is not tied to a specific funding program but is intended to inform future planning and funding opportunities. The solicitation will help the Conservancy refine project ideas with applicants, identify emerging regional needs and innovative concepts, and connect proponents with technical assistance or related efforts. For questions or additional information, please contact grants@deltaconservancy.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://deltaconservancy.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Concept-Proposal-December-2025_remediated.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| US National | Capacity Support Grant Application | First Nations Development Institute/ U.S. Forest Service | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | Dec 02, 2025 | First Nations Development Institute is partnering with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) as a Community Navigator to address barriers faced by Tribes and Native-led groups when trying to access USFS funding tied to the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Capacity Support Grants support a wide mix of capacity-building work including strategic planning, feasibility assessments, grant writing, project and grant management training, development of conservation strategies, and related efforts that enhance readiness to pursue USFS funding opportunities. For questions, Leiloni Begaye at lbegaye@firstnations.org or Valencia Tsosie at vtsosie@firstnations.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.firstnations.org/projects/community-navigator/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| California | Standard Grants | Hind Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Dec 02, 2025 | The Hind Foundation’s Standard Grant Program supports California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits implementing community-focused projects in the areas including ecosystem conservation, historical landmark restoration, plant and wildlife protection, and land conservation. The program funds projects that create visible, lasting community benefits. Eligible organizations must have been a California 501(c)(3) for at least three years, receive most of their funding from their local community, maintain an active board, and host at least one annual fundraising event. Applicants must not have received a Standard Grant in the past two years or applied/been denied in the past year. Projects must be California-based, aligned with the Foundation’s funding priorities, and already have substantial funds secured. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://hindfoundation.org/types-of-funding/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |
| Massachusetts | SBB Research Group Foundation Grant | SBB Research Group Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $5,000 | Nov 21, 2025 | The SBB Research Group Foundation provides monthly grants of $5,000 to Massachusetts-based nonprofit organizations addressing unmet needs with thoughtful, long-term strategies. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. One winner per month receives the $5,000 grant and potential access to additional funding opportunities, while other finalists receive $1,000. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.sbbrg.org/apply-for-grant |
| Philadelphia | Community Fund | The Claneil Foundation | Dec 01, 2026 | $90,000 | Nov 21, 2025 | The Claneil Foundation’s Community Fund provides three-year general operating support to nonprofit organizations in the Philadelphia region. Grants total $90,000 ($30,000 per year) and include $10,000 in professional development or wellness funds for the executive director or organization. The Fund prioritizes organizations with strong community roots and annual budgets of $1 million or less, supporting initiatives that address a broad range of issues impacting community health and livelihood. For questions, please contact Senior Program Officer Andrea Bretting at abretting@claneil.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://claneil.org/what-we-fund/community-fund |
| US National | Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grant | Labcorp Charitable Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $25,000 | Nov 21, 2025 | The Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides grants to community-based nonprofits that advance health, education, and well-being. Funding priorities include broadening STEM education opportunities. Labcorp’s giving reflects its mission to improve health and lives. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.labcorp.com/about/our-impact/community |
| Oregon, Washington | Wildhorse Foundation Grants | Wildhorse Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $30,000 | Nov 14, 2025 | The Wildhorse Foundation provides annual grants of up to $30,000 to eligible government, Tribal, and nonprofit organizations in northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington. Eligible areas include Morrow, Umatilla, Union, and Wallowa counties in Oregon, and Benton, Columbia, and Walla Walla counties in Washington. Grants support projects in the arts, cultural activities, education, environmental protection, gambling addiction prevention, historic preservation, public health, public safety, and salmon restoration. National or regional Native American organizations serving Indian interests are also eligible. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://www.thewildhorsefoundation.com/grants |
| US National | The Jerry Greenfield National Grassroots Organizing Grant Program | Ben & Jerry's Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $30,000 | Nov 14, 2025 | The National Grassroots Organizing Program provides two-year, unrestricted general operating support grants of up to $30,000 per year, to small, constituent-led grassroots organizations across the United States and its territories. Eligible organizations have annual budgets under $350,000, are U.S.-based, and use grassroots, collective-action organizing campaigns as their primary strategy for social change. The program prioritizes groups led by people directly impacted by the issues they address and seeks to support local leadership, community organizing, and activities that build collective power to confront social and environmental injustice. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact Dana Jeffery at info@benandjerrysfoundation.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://benandjerrysfoundation.org/national-grants/ |
| US National | W.K. Kellogg Foundation Grants | W.K. Kellogg Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 14, 2025 | The W.K. Kellogg Foundation provides funding to U.S.-based organizations that advance community-driven solutions to ensure every child and family can thrive. The foundation’s focus areas include early childhood education and family well-being, maternal and child health, food systems and economic equity, and racial healing and community leadership. Grant amounts vary based on the scale of the project, ranging from $50,000 to $250,000 for smaller or local grants, $300,000 to $1 million for regional or systems-level grants, and $2 million to $5 million or more for large multi-year or national initiatives. If you have grantmaking related questions, please contact our Concierge Desk directly at conciergedesk@wkkf.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.wkkf.org/grantseekers |
| International | Our Work/Environment Reporting Grants | The Pulitzer Center | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 10, 2025 | The Pulitzer Center’s Our Work/Environment initiative supports independent journalism exploring how climate change impacts workers and workplaces worldwide. The program seeks in-depth reporting on how rising temperatures, resource scarcity, and changing industrial practices affect jobs, labor rights, and vulnerable workers. Stories highlighting both challenges and solutions are encouraged. Freelance and staff journalists from regions including Southeast Asia, Europe, Africa, and South America are invited to apply, with all formats—print, digital, audio, video, and data journalism—welcome. The Center seeks diverse reporting teams that reflect the communities they cover and advance equity and inclusion in global journalism. For questions, please email reacheditorial@pulitzercenter.org. | Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://pulitzercenter.org/grants-fellowships/tips-writing-successful-pulitzer-center-grant-proposal |
| US National | The Norman Foundation Grant | The Norman Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 10, 2025 | The Norman Foundation supports grassroots efforts that empower communities to control their economic, environmental, and social well-being, with a focus on achieving systemic and lasting change. Funding priorities include community organizing for economic justice, preventing toxic waste disposal in vulnerable areas, and linking environmental and social justice movements to broader reform efforts. The foundation values projects that arise from affected communities, advance equity, and serve as models for wider institutional change. Grants are available for general support, projects, collaborations, and capacity-building, with priority given to organizations with annual budgets under $1 million. U.S.-based organizations may apply by submitting a 2–3 page letter of inquiry to outline the problem, proposed strategy, expected impact, and organizational budget. Letters may be emailed to loi@normanfdn.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://normanfdn.org/applying-for-a-grant-1 |
| California | Addressing Climate Impacts | California Department of Fish and Wildlife | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 07, 2025 | The California Department of Fish and Wildlife: Addressing Climate Impacts Program provides funding for projects that address urgent water degradation and habitat conditions resulting from climate change. Eligible uses of these funds include purchasing water from willing sellers to benefit wildlife, protecting instream flows, building water conservation projects, implementing emergency restoration activities, and conservation strategies identified in the State Wildlife Action Plan, with a priority on actions that protect the Species of Greatest Conservation Need identified in the Plan. For questions, please contact WatershedGrants@Wildlife.ca.gov. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=205945&inline |
| Oregon | Place-Based Planning Grants | Oregon Water Resources Department | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 07, 2025 | Place-Based Water Planning Grants support collaborative, place-based water planning and the coordination of state-recognized plan implementation. These grants fund efforts to bring communities and stakeholders together to develop, update, and implement integrated water resources plans that reflect local priorities and align with state goals. Funding Phases: Planning Readiness Evaluation and Preparation (PREP): Assess and prepare for community readiness to engage in place-based water planning. Plan Development: Develop new place-based integrated water resources plans. Post-Plan Coordination: Support coordination and implementation of state-recognized plans. Plan Update: Update existing state-recognized place-based water plans. For more information, contact Lili Prahl at wrd_dl_placebasedplanning@water.oregon.gov. | Research and Data Tools, Infrastructure, Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.oregon.gov/owrd/programs/FundingOpportunities/PlanningGrants/Pages/default.aspx |
| US National | Bonnell Cove Foundation Grant | Bonnell Cove Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Oct 24, 2025 | The Bonnell Cove Foundation encourages grant applications for projects that advance understanding and protection of the marine environment, such as “green boat” technologies, coastal and estuarine conservation, and ocean stewardship education. The Foundation prefers well-defined, discrete projects where the grant makes a substantial impact, rather than general operating support or small contributions to large-budget initiatives. For questions, please contact bonnellcove@gmail.com. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.bonnellcove.org/apply |
| California, Oregon | Klamath River Fund: Catalyst Grants 2025 | Klamath River Fund | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Oct 24, 2025 | The Klamath River Fund is a new program of Humboldt Area Foundation + Wild Rivers Community Foundation (HAF+WRCF), focused on community-led climate resilience and restorative justice work. Following the unprecedented dam removal in 2023 and 2024, the Klamath River Fund will invest in and amplify restoration and revitalization efforts in the entire Klamath River Basin in the decade that follows. Catalyst Grants are meant to be responsive to community needs that would not otherwise be fulfilled by a traditional grant. Examples of projects that will be funded include gap funding, funding for a specific event, or other projects that will be completed within 6-12 months. | Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.grantinterface.com/Form/Preview/QuestionList?urlKey=haf&form=1639489&opportunity=347058 |
| US National | Magnusson Klemencic Associates Foundation Research Topic Application | Magnusson Klemencic Associates Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Oct 21, 2025 | The MKA Foundation supports collaborative research projects that advance innovative solutions in water resource management. Funding is primarily awarded to proposals with strong support and active involvement from industry collaborators. The Foundation prioritizes research that delivers both environmental benefits and economic viability, aligning with its mission to develop sustainable, cost-effective water solutions. Applicants are encouraged to contact the President of the Foundation prior to submittal to discuss the proposed RTA. Please contact Ron Klemencic at mkafoundation@mka.com. | Research and Data Tools, Infrastructure | https://mkafoundation.org/contact-us/ |
| California | Avila Beach Community Foundation Grant | Avila Beach Community Foundation | Jul 01, 2026 | Variable | Oct 21, 2025 | The Avila Beach Community Foundation offers annual grants to support projects that enhance the Avila Beach community. Grants are available for local nonprofits and community-serving organizations working in areas such as cultural and historical preservation, beautification, community infrastructure, and environmental stewardship. Applications open in July and close in early September for projects to be completed the following calendar year. Smaller or special project sponsorships may also be considered outside the main grant cycle. Preference may be given to projects requesting matching funds to leverage additional support. Questions about the grant should be directed to Foundation Executive Director, Rick Rowe, at avilafoundation@gmail.com. | Infrastructure, Resilience and Adaptation, Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice, Natural Resource Management | https://www.avilabeachfoundation.org/how-to-apply.html |
| California | Furthur Foundation Grant | Furthur Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $5,000 | Oct 21, 2025 | The Furthur Foundation provides small grants to grassroots, community-based 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $1 million. Funding supports a wide range of initiatives including environmental conservation, food and shelter access, youth programming, cultural preservation, and social justice efforts. The Foundation prioritizes work that is local, hands-on, and directly benefits communities- especially within the Bay Area. While the application deadline is rolling, applications are reviewed annually in the fall (October-November). For any questions, please contact andre@furthur.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://furthur.org/how-to-apply-for-funding/ |
| Washington | Community Grants | Bainbridge Community Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Oct 21, 2025 | The Bainbridge Community Foundation offers grants to strengthen nonprofits serving Bainbridge Island, Washington. Eligible applicants must hold current 501(c)(3) nonprofit status and be located in Washington State. Grants range from $1,000 to $13,000 for projects running July 1–June 30 of the following year. Projects must directly benefit Bainbridge Island residents and demonstrate measurable community impact. Priority is given to proposals that serve the greatest number of people or address unmet needs among under-served populations. Strong proposals will show sound planning, organizational capacity, innovation, and clear outcomes supported by data and documentation. To learn more, contact info@bainbridgecf.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://bainbridgecf.org/grants/how-to-apply-for-a-grant |
| California, Oregon, Chicago | Schwemm Family Foundation Grant | Schwemm Family Foundation | Jun 30, 2026 | $10,000 | Oct 21, 2025 | The Schwemm Family Foundation supports projects that strengthen communities through the enhancement of natural environments, preservation of local history and culture, and creation of greener, more equitable living spaces. The grant focuses on projects that protect and restore resilient local ecosystems, grounded in ecological science and demonstrating long-term, measurable environmental benefits. Eligibility: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations operating in California, Oregon, or the Chicago area. Restrictions: No operating support, research, salaries, travel, or construction. Contact information: kgies2001@gmail.com. | Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://schwemmfamilyfoundation.org/grant-process-1 |
| International | Rapid Ocean Conservation Grants | Waitt Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $20,000 | Oct 10, 2025 | The Rapid Ocean Conservation (ROC) Grants Program is a project of the Waitt Foundation. ROC Grants provide small grants with a quick turnaround time for solutions to emerging conservation issues and ocean protection in support of island nations. Funding is currently restricted to projects in countries with Blue Prosperity Coalition partnerships. This includes the Azores, Bermuda, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, and Vanuatu. This complements the Waitt Foundation’s existing major grants program and is responsive to conservation opportunities, supports higher-risk ideas at a low financial cost, and engages with small, local NGOs on a global scale. For more information, contact rocgrants@waittfoundation.org. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.waittfoundation.org/roc-grants |
| Washington | Community Response Fund | Northwest Fund for the Environment | Jan 01, 2040 | $5,000 | Sep 19, 2025 | The Community Response Fund (CRF) distributes funds in response to needs and requests from the community. The CRF complements the board-directed grants which are the core grantmaking strategy for the NWFE. CRF grants provide short-term funding for a specific project or need which has arisen from an eligible organization. CRF funding is for work being done that advances the objectives of our Growth Management and Aquatic Ecosystems programs. We also welcome proposals that will grow the base of environmental advocates and empower communities of color working on solutions to local environmental issues. NWFE funds nonprofit organizations working in support of protection and preservation of natural resources in the state of Washington. We invest in local community-based organizations that are often the first to see, experience and understand environmental needs, threats and trends, but which may lack the resources of larger organizations. Coupled with this, we aim to amplify the voices of historically marginalized communities. Applicants must be 501(c)3 organizations or under the fiscal sponsorship of a 501(c)3 organization. The expected duration of the project should be for one year or less. For more information, contact staff@nwfund.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.nwfund.org/community-response-fund/ |
| International | Christopher Reynolds Foundation | Christopher Reynolds Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Sep 12, 2025 | The Foundation is currently supporting work relating to climate justice; climate resilience and adaptation; and ecosystem health and integrity in the face of unraveling global systems. This includes local and bioregional climate justice and ecosystem resilience efforts as well as relevant linkages, collaborations and networks at the regional and global levels–especially as they look to systems change in fellowship with the natural world. Issues of equity and agroecology will be paramount. For more information, contact Pailey Feakes at pfeakes@gmafoundations.com. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://creynolds.org/for-grantseekers/ |
| International | Avery Dennison Foundation Grantmaking | Avery Dennison Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $100,000 | Sep 05, 2025 | The Avery Dennison Foundation (ADF) is a global funder that supports and builds partnerships with nonprofit/non-governmental organizations in communities across the globe, with an emphasis on geographies of high need. We align our grantmaking with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Within our pillars, nearly 90% of supported projects are based outside of the United States. ADF accepts grant requests year-round and makes funding decisions on a quarterly basis. Grants typically range from $50,000-$100,000. ADF gives to three impact areas: education access, environmental sustainability and secure livelihoods. Environmental sustainability includes: (a) efforts to improve environmental sustainability through climate resilience, mitigation and adaptation; (b) educating community members about responsible care of the environment, for example, energy and water conservation, waste reduction, recycling, responsible forestry, sustainable packaging, product safety and resource conservation; (c) increasing the ability of the community and ecosystem to adapt to and recover from the negative impacts of climate change; (d) providing direct support for projects related to the environment (forests, water, air) that contribute to the social, environmental and economic well-being of communities. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.averydennison.com/en/home/company/avery-dennison-foundation/grantmaking.html |
| International | Echoing Green 2026 Fellowship | Echoing Green | Sep 17, 2026 | $100,00 | Aug 29, 2025 | Echoing Green supports bold leaders from all over the world who see possibility in the face of the most existential challenges of our day. Together, we strive to build a world that has yet to exist: a future free from systemic inequality where all people can thrive. This Fellowship is for people whose enterprises are at an early stage and who are experts on the challenge they’ve chosen to confront. We seek leaders who reflect the community they serve and bring deep knowledge of the issues into their work as they co-design solutions with and for their communities. Issue areas include climate change, education, human rights, poverty, health, and racial justice. The fellowship provides a $100,000 stipend over 18 months. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://echoinggreen.org/fellowship/ |
| California | Emerging Needs Grant (ENG) Program | The FUND for Santa Barbara | Jan 01, 2040 | $5,000 | Aug 22, 2025 | The Emerging Needs Grant (ENG) Program provides immediate financial assistance to organizing efforts in response to extraordinary circumstances and unforeseen events that require urgent support. Modeled after rapid response efforts, the ENG provides $5,000 to organizations over three months. Focus areas include: Democracy & Civic Engagement, Education, Environment, Equity & Racial Justice, Nonprofit Sustainability, and Public & Policy & Government Relations. Projects must be within Santa Barbara County. For more information, contact grants@fundforsantabarbara.org. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://fundforsantabarbara.org/grant-making/funding-programs/ |
| International | Rapid Response Grants | Impact Fund | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Aug 15, 2025 | Impact Fund rapid response grants are intended to provide urgent financial assistance of up to $10,000 for sudden out-of-pocket litigation expenses for public interest impact lawsuits related to economic, environmental, racial, and social justice. Applicants must email Grant Program Director to express a need for funding on a faster timeline than our standard quarterly process. If the case fits our funding criteria, we ask applicants to submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) through our online portal. Following a rapid review, if your case still meets our funding criteria, we invite a full application. Our Executive Director reviews the case and makes a final determination of funding. For more information, contact Amy Daniewicz at adaniewicz@impactfund.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.impactfund.org/rapid-response-grants?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22177743501&gbraid=0AAAAADjug4t0TL-3JA4WIoRK4HXqlCTp3&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqebEBhD9ARIsAFZMbfwb4meJ_oeNLi0Wak1szt6mVXCdKenS4zesAe0VHc0tuYNAVI6IPDMaAiR4EALw_wcB |
| US National | American Electric Power - Giving Back | American Electric Power | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Aug 15, 2025 | The AEP Foundation focuses on improving lives through education from early childhood through higher education in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and by providing support to help meet basic needs such as emergency shelter, affordable housing and eliminating hunger. The Foundation also supports organizations whose mission and/or programming is committed to positive social justice outcomes. Other Foundation support may be offered to protect the environment, promote healthcare and safety, and enrich life through art, music and cultural heritage. To qualify for a grant from our Foundation, you must: (1) Be a 501(c)(3) public charity, a state or political subdivision, a government–owned or operated college or university, or an exempt operating foundation; and (2) Be located within the AEP service territory or be national or regional in scope and have a purpose that is beneficial to the general public, the broad environment or the customers of American Electric Power. Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations must secure an invitation to apply by their local AEP Operating Company (see website for contact information). Those organizations accepted for application will be directed to apply online. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.aep.com/community/givingback/ |
| California | Proposition 68 - San Francisco Bay Area Conservancy Program Climate Adaptation Funds | California Coastal Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | $3,000,000 | Jul 03, 2025 | The Coastal Conservancy announces its Request for Proposals for Proposition 68 - SF Bay Area Climate Adaptation Funds. These funds will support projects that plan, develop, and implement climate adaption and resiliency projects in the nine counties of the San Francisco Bay Area. Pre-applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, beginning July 15, 2025, until further notice via the Grants Page of the Conservancy’s website. If you already submitted a pre-application for Prop 4, or plan to submit one in the future, it will also be considered for Prop 68, so there is no need to submit a separate application. The Conservancy has approximately $400,000 of reappropriated Prop 68 SF Bay Climate Funds available. Eligible projects will be consistent with the Conservancy’s Strategic Plan and will plan, develop, or implement actions to help natural resources or human communities adapt to the impacts of climate change. Applications may include requests up to $3 million maximum, as the Conservancy can fund projects with a combination of fund sources; there is no minimum award amount. For more information, contact Jessica Davenport, Regional Manager, San Francisco Bay Area Program, at Jessica.Davenport@scc.ca.gov. | Resilience and Adaptation | https://scc.ca.gov/files/2025/06/RFP_Prop68_SFBayClimate_2025.pdf |
| California | Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy - Prop 4 Funding | Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jun 27, 2025 | This program supports Water-related projects and must align with Chapter 2 of Proposition 4, supporting Safe Drinking Water, Drought, Flood, and Water Resilience. Eligible efforts protect or restore rivers, wetlands, streams, lakes, or watersheds; improve the resilience of fish and wildlife; or enhance climate resilience, water supply, or water quality. Projects must also support at least one regional priority: improving the climate resiliency or protection of the Los Angeles River Watershed or aligning with the Upper Los Angeles River and Tributaries working group’s revitalization plan. Projects must be within the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Zone. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Total estimated funding available: $13,850,000. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/proposition-4-river/ |
| North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Florida | Duke Energy Foundation - Grant Opportunities | Duke Energy Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $20,000 | Jun 27, 2025 | The Duke Energy Foundation is focused on strengthening and uplifting communities with grant funding. We accept grant applications for $20,000 and less throughout the year on a rolling basis. Topics include: (a) Climate Resiliency: environmental projects supporting land conservation; clean water; and biodiversity of plant and animal species; resiliency projects that prepare communities for and mitigate against the effects of climate change; natural disaster preparedness and response programming; Projects strengthening thriving natural environments, including access to green space, in historically underserved communities; and (b) Opportunity and Inclusion: programs supporting a just transition for communities moving toward cleaner energy infrastructure; initiatives supporting upward mobility for families and individuals in the communities we serve; programs reducing structural barriers and promoting access to opportunity for underserved communities. See the website for state representative contact information. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://foundation.duke-energy.com/grants |
| US National, Canada | Climate Change and Human Health Seed Grants | Burroughs Wellcome Fund | Jul 23, 2026 | $50,000 | Jun 13, 2025 | The Burroughs Wellcome Fund aims to stimulate the growth of new connections between thinkers working in largely disconnected fields, who, together, may change the course of climate change’s impact on human health. Between Fall 2023 and Summer 2026, we will dedicate $1 million to supporting small, early-stage grants of $2,500–$50,000 toward achieving this goal. We are primarily, but not exclusively, interested in activities that build connections between basic and early biomedical scientific approaches and ecological, environmental, geological, geographic, and planetary-scale thinking, as well as with population-focused fields, including epidemiology and public health, demography, economics, and urban planning. Another area of interest is preparation for the impacts of extreme weather and other crises that can lead to large-scale disruptions, immediately affecting human health and the delivery of healthcare. Public outreach, climate communication, and education efforts focused on the intersection of climate and health are also appropriate for this call. This program supports work conceived through many kinds of creative thinking. Successful applicants include academic scientists, physicians, and public health experts, community organizations, science outreach centers, non-biomedical academic departments, and more. Proposals will be accepted on a rolling basis through July 2026. A review will be conducted quarterly. Deadline dates for the upcoming cycles are: July 24, 2025, Oct 23, 2025, Jan 22, 2026, April 23, 2026, and July 23, 2026. For more information, sign up to attend a Zoom session about the program. | Research and Data Tools | https://www.bwfund.org/funding-opportunities/climate-change-and-human-health/climate-change-and-human-health-seed-grants/ |
| US National, Mexico, Western Pacific | Marisla Foundation Environment Grants | Marisla Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 23, 2025 | The Environment Program concentrates on activities that promote the conservation of biological diversity and advance sustainable ecosystem management. Primary emphasis is on marine and coastal biodiversity conservation with a geographic focus on California, Northwest Mexico, Hawaii, Chile, and the Western Pacific (Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia). The Environment Program also supports the search for solutions to health and environmental threats caused by toxic chemicals. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://online.foundationsource.com/ws/index.jsp?site=MARISLA |
| US National | Retail and Wholesale Grants Programs | Patagonia | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 23, 2025 | Patagonia's Retail and Wholesale Grants Programs support grassroots activist organizations that have direct-action agendas and are working on strategic, multipronged campaigns to preserve and protect the environment. They support local groups that work to protect local habitats and frontline communities through bold, original actions. They are most interested in awarding these grants to organizations that identify and work on the root causes of problems, and approach issues with a commitment to long-term change. They look for innovative groups whose work includes specific goals, objectives, action plans and measures for evaluating success. Patagonia’s Retail and Wholesale Grants Programs fund organizations that work within the communities of Patagonia retail stores and wholesale dealers throughout the US and Canada. Retail and wholesale employees review proposals and make funding decisions. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.patagonia.com/how-we-fund/retail-grant/ |
| US National | Division of Environmental Biology NSF 24-543 | US National Science Foundation Division of Environmental Biology | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 23, 2025 | The Division of Environmental Biology (DEB) Core supports research and training on evolutionary and ecological processes acting at the level of populations, species, communities, ecosystems, macrosystems, and biogeographic extents. DEB encourages research that elucidates fundamental principles that identify and explain the unity and diversity of life and its interactions with the environment over space and time. Research may incorporate field, laboratory, or collection-based approaches; observational or manipulative studies; synthesis activities; phylogenetic discovery projects; or theoretical approaches involving analytical, statistical, or computational modeling. Proposals should be submitted to the core clusters (Ecosystem Science, Evolutionary Processes, Population and Community Ecology, and Systematics and Biodiversity Science). DEB also encourages interdisciplinary proposals that cross conceptual boundaries and integrate over levels of biological organization or across multiple spatial and temporal scales. Research addressing ecology and ecosystem science in the marine biome should be directed to the Biological Oceanography Program in the Division of Ocean Sciences; research addressing evolution and systematics in the marine biome should be directed to the Evolutionary Processes or Systematics and Biodiversity Science programs in DEB. | Research and Data Tools | https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/deb-division-environmental-biology |
| California | Habitat Enhancement and Restoration | California Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 16, 2025 | The purpose of this program is to provide assistance for the restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife resources. Consistent with Fish and Game Code section 1301, this program provides assistance for the restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife resources. Eligible projects include: native fisheries restoration; restoration of wetlands; restoration of coastal, tidal, or fresh water habitat; other native habitat restoration projects including coastal scrub oak, grasslands, and threatened and endangered species habitats; in-stream restoration projects, including removal of fish passage barriers and other obstructions; and other projects that improve the quality of native habitat throughout the State. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/habitat-enhancement-and-restoration-2/ |
| California | Coastal Conservancy Grants | California Coastal Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 16, 2025 | Each year, the Coastal Conservancy issues millions of dollars in grants for projects that restore and protect the California coast, expand public access to it, and enhance its resilience to climate change. We fund a wide variety of projects along the California coast, San Francisco Bay, and in coastal watersheds. The Conservancy will fund most stages of a project including: pre-project feasibility studies, property acquisition, project planning including community involvement, design, environmental review, permitting, construction, and project-related monitoring. We do not fund operation and maintenance activities. | Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/coastal-conservancy-grants/ |
| Washington | Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) | Seattle Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | May 05, 2025 | The deadlines to apply are January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30. Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) is founded on the core values of Seattle Foundation: equity and opportunity. N2N supports grassroots efforts that increase community engagement, empowerment, and the influence of community members affected by poverty and racial disparities. For questions, please contact: info@seattlefoundation.org. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.seattlefoundation.org/nonprofits/neighbor-to-neighbor/ |
| California | Beach and Coast Accessibility Program Application 2025 | Orange County Coastkeeper | Jan 01, 2040 | $30,000 | Apr 11, 2025 | Applications are accepted until all funds are awarded. The goal of this program is to expand equitable access to California’s iconic coastline, enabling more people - especially those from communities with historic barriers to access to outdoor spaces and related resources–to explore and enjoy our state’s spectacular coastal resources. This is the second round of the Beach and Coast Accessibility Program, with a continued emphasis on reconnecting Native Peoples to their ancestral lands, and supporting access for other impacted groups, including individuals with disabilities and mobility challenges. Please send an email to BCAP@coastkeeper.org once you've completed the online application. You MUST send the following as attachments: 1. IRS 501(c)(3) letter. 2. A map/image showcasing the area the beach accessibility equipment will impact. 3. A picture or combined pdf of your online shopping cart(s) with the costs of the beach accessibility equipment you are requesting visible. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://docs.google.com/document/d/1auQx5fNrHCfzb_ZjWAO_Mcw8mp5rYefp/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107465188670734586032&rtpof=true&sd=true |
| New England | Wildlife, Endangered Species – Their Environment, and Animals Helping People | The Fuller Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Mar 10, 2025 | The Fuller Foundation makes grants twice a year, in the Spring and in the Fall. The foundation considers organizations using a two-step review process. The 2-page Letter of Inquiry is an open process. Organizations whose LOI has been approved by the trustees will then be invited to submit a full proposal. All Letters of Intent must be received by midnight on the day of the deadline – however, technical support is only available until 4pm. For the May meeting, Letters of Intent are accepted December 1 – midnight on January 15th. For the October meeting, Letters of Intent are accepted May 1st – midnight on June 15th. Should you require assistance with the online LOI submission, please contact Jenna McCarthy at jmccarthy@gmafoundations.com. | Natural Resource Management | https://fullerfoundation.org/apply/ |
| California | Mary G Jameson Foundation Grants | Mary G Jameson Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Mar 10, 2025 | The Mary G Jameson Foundation's mission is to secure the conservation of marine life globally by supporting organizations that work collaboratively for ocean health through science, community conservation, and marine protection efforts. They are located in San Diego, CA. The contact information listed is: frankgjameson@gmail.com | Natural Resource Management | https://www.marygjamesonfoundation.org/ |
| Hawaii | Maui Strong Fund | Maui Recovery Funders Collaborative | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Mar 10, 2025 | Most of the Collaborative’s Funding Partners are able to consider all standard request types, including programmatic requests, capital, capacity building, and general operating. While requests for general operating support are welcome, however, requests for specific elements of disaster recovery (via program, capacity or capital requests) are generally viewed more favorably. The Collaborative’s Funding Partners are unable to fund endowments and debt reduction, and are unable to make direct grants to individuals. Please email the Fund Administrator with any questions: aloha@mauirecoveryfunders.org | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://mauirecoveryfunders.org/apply |
| California | Native American Preparedness Tribal Grant | California Department of Fish and Wildlife | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jan 24, 2025 | The Tribal Preparedness Grant is part of the Office of Spill Prevention and Response Program and supports California Native American tribes in preparing for and enhancing emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts while protecting their ancestral lands and communities from oil spills. For questions about this grant, contact: Cindy Murphy, Tribal Liaison, 1-916-616-4515, cindy.murphy@wildlife.ca.gov | Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/native-american-preparedness-tribal-grant/ |
| California | Mini-Grant Program | Valley Water | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Dec 15, 2024 | Application Period: Open year-round on a rolling basis until funds run out for the fiscal year. Valley Water’s Mini-Grant Program provides funding to support small and impactful projects promoting safe, clean drinking water, water conservation, flood protection, and environmental stewardship in Santa Clara County. These grants allow community members and organizations to lead projects that build awareness and support lasting change. Funding for the Mini-Grants Program is available through the Safe, Clean Water and Natural Flood Protection Program, which Santa Clara County voters approved in November 2020. | Resilience and Adaptation, Natural Resource Management | https://www.valleywater.org/learning-center/grants-partnerships/mini-grants-program |
| US National | Water, Landscape, and Critical Zone Processes | National Science Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Dec 09, 2024 | The Water, Landscape, and Critical Zone Processes program supports research on the Earth’s near-surface environment and how that environment responds to change. The Program focuses on the complex interplay amongst and between hydrologic, geomorphic, and geochemical processes and how they regulate the structure and function of the Earth’s near surface. These processes drive weathering and soil development, control water availability and quality, and help regulate the Earth’s climate system, all of which are important for natural resource sustainability and mitigation of natural hazards. It is expected that the research funded in this program will advance fundamental knowledge in Earth surface processes, leading to transformational discoveries in Earth Sciences. | Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/357579 |
| US National | Wetland Reserve Easements | US Department of Agriculture | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 09, 2023 | Wetlands Reserve Easements help private and tribal landowners protect, restore and enhance wetlands which have been previously degraded due to agricultural uses. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/wre-wetland-reserve-easements |
| US National | National Fish Passage Program | US Fish and Wildlife Service | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jul 28, 2023 | USFWS staff at field or regional offices will have all relevant information regarding application requirements and timelines. The National Fish Passage Program provides funding and direct technical assistance to restore rivers and conserve our nation’s aquatic resources by removing or bypassing barriers. The resulting infrastructure is more resilient to flooding and benefits communities by saving money in long-term repair and replacement costs. Period of performance ends through 2026 | Infrastructure | https://fundingnaturebasedsolutions.nwf.org/programs/national-fish-passage-program/ |
| US National | Land and Water Conservation Fund - State and Local Assistance Program | US Department of Interior | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jul 28, 2023 | Application due dates vary by state. The LWCF is funded by revenues from offshore oil and gas leases and uses funding to conserve resources, like parks, wildlife refuges, forests, open spaces, trails and wildlife habitat. The Stateside LWCF program, a component of the overall LWCF program (which also funds federal land conservation projects and other state and local grants), is comprised of two programs: state formula grants and the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program (nationally competitive). ORLP targets economically disadvantaged urban communities with little access to publicly available, close-by, outdoor recreation. | Natural Resource Management | https://fundingnaturebasedsolutions.nwf.org/programs/land-and-water-conservation-fund-state-and-local-assistance-program/ |
| US National | Watershed and Flood Prevention Operations (WFPO) Program | US Department of Agriculture | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 09, 2023 | Consult full opportunity listing for state contacts, deadlines, and eligibility. The Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Program helps units of federal, state, local and federally recognized tribal governments (project sponsors) protect and restore watersheds. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/watershed-and-flood-prevention-operations-wfpo-program |
| Pacific Northwest | Preservation and Restoration of Nature Projects | The Hugh and Jane Ferguson Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Sep 08, 2023 | The Foundation is dedicated to the preservation and restoration of nature, including wildlife and their required habitats. It also supports the institutions that present nature and our rich cultural heritage to the public. Applications are accepted in two cycles, Spring Cycle applications due February 15 with notifications will be sent late April. Fall Cycle applications due September 15 with notifications sent late November. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://hughandjanefergusonfoundation.org/foundation-policies/ |
| Pacific Northwest | Pacific Northwest Environmental Protection Grants | Lazar Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Aug 18, 2023 | The Lazar Foundation is dedicated to funding innovative and strategic projects that protect the environment in the Pacific Northwest. Applications are accepted in two cycles, deadlines are April 1st and October 1st. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.lazarfoundation.org/ |
| Alaska | National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A) Impact Grant Program | Alaska Department of Commerce | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Oct 12, 2023 | The primary objective of the NPR-A Impact Mitigation Program is to provide eligible municipalities with grants to help mitigate significantly adverse impacts related to oil and gas development within the NPR-A. Contact: Pauletta Bourne, pauletta.bourne@alaska.gov | Environmental/Climate Justice, Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/dcra/GrantsSection/NPR-AlaskaImpactMitigationGrant.aspx |
| Alaska | Rapid Response Grants | Alaska Conservation Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $15,000 | Oct 12, 2023 | Alaska Conservation Foundation’s Rapid Response grants provide support for direct conservation action to address urgent or unforeseen opportunities or threats of statewide significance, leading to more robust environmental policy and enduring conservation impact. | Resilience and Adaptation | https://alaskaconservation.org/community-resources/grant-opportunities/rapid-response-2/ |
| Washington | Local Marine Stewardship and Restoration | Grays Harbor County Marine Resource Committee | Jan 01, 2040 | $37,000 | Sep 07, 2023 | The Grays Harbor County Marine Resource Committee (GHC MRC) invites project proposals designed to promote local, marine stewardship and restoration. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Natural Resource Management | https://www.graysharbor.us/departments/public_services/MarineResourcesCommittee/index.php |
| Washington | Puget Sounds Sustainability Projects | Sustainable Path Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $15,000 | Sep 08, 2023 | LOI’s accepted 2 times per year - Fall cycle: Sep 1-30, Spring cycle: Mar 1-31 Unless otherwise indicated, projects may address any issue as long as they support our mission of promoting sustainability, health and climate resiliency in the Puget Sound region through collaborative approaches informed by scientific understanding and systems thinking. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://sustainablepath.org/grants/how-to-apply/ |
| Washington | Aquatic Ecosystem Protection Program | Northwest Fund for the Environment | Jan 01, 2040 | $5,000 | Sep 08, 2023 | Call the Fund office to discuss your project. The goal of the Aquatic Ecosystem Protection Program of the Northwest Fund for the Environment is to protect and restore the extensive network of fresh and saltwater ecosystems in the state of Washington and the native species that inhabit these ecosystems. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Natural Resource Management | https://www.nwfund.org/ |
| Washington | Environmental Education | The Russell Family Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Sep 08, 2023 | This opportunity is by invitation only, The Environmental Education Program provides support to organizations that offer outdoor environmental education experiences for youth. We focus funding on programs serving middle and high school-age students who live in Pierce, Kitsap, Thurston, Jefferson, Mason, and South King Counties. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://trff.org/grants/for-grant-seekers/#environmental-education |
| Oregon | Organization Collaboration Grants | Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board | Jan 01, 2040 | $75,000 | Aug 31, 2023 | The purpose of this grant offering is to support new or expanded strategic collaborations in order to build resilient, sustainable, local organizations that achieve ecological outcomes and engage local communities. Grants support the following activities: 1) evaluating the operational structure of multiple collaborating organizations to improve service delivery or reach under-served communities/geographies, which may result in sharing of staff and services among the organizations; and 2) merger/consolidations of organizations. The applicants must demonstrate that the options being considered will strengthen the impact and build resiliency and sustainability of multiple organizations. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Infrastructure | https://www.oregon.gov/oweb/grants/Pages/org-collab.aspx |
| Oregon | Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program | Department of Environmental Quality | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jun 01, 2023 | The Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program acts like an environmental infrastructure bank by providing below-market rate loans to eligible recipients for water infrastructure projects. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://www.oregon.gov/deq/wq/cwsrf/Pages/default.aspx |
| Oregon | Strategic Project and Initiative Grants | M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | Aug 18, 2023 | Funds initiatives serving the diverse needs of Pacific Northwest communities and funds initiatives related to Arts & Culture, Education, Health, Human Services, Scientific Research- funds capacity building, amongst other initiatives | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://murdocktrust.org/grant-opportunities |
| Oregon | Oregon Public Welfare Promotion Grants | Jackson Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $50,000 | Aug 24, 2023 | Applications are due March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31. Funds initiatives that promote the welfare of the public of the City of Portland or the State of Oregon, or both related to Arts and Culture, Human Services, Education, Health, Community and economic development, Environment | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Infrastructure | https://www.thejacksonfoundation.com/js/app_partone |
| Oregon | Peace Building and Environmental Grants | Jubitz Family Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $25,000 | Aug 18, 2023 | First time applicants: Jan 1 (for Apr. 1 grant deadline), and July 1 (for Oct. 1 grant deadline); for previously funded applicants: Apr. 1 and Oct. 1. DEDICATED TO PROMOTING PEACE AND PRESERVING OREGON’S NATURAL BEAUTY AND RESOURCES Jubitz Family Foundation funds initiatives related to Environment, Peace, and Environmental Peacebuilding. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://jubitz.org/programs/grants/ |
| Oregon | Oregon Community Foundation Grants | Oregon Community Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $40,000 | Aug 18, 2023 | Multiple ongoing opportunities- check their website for details. Funds initiatives that improve the lives of all Oregonians through the power of philanthropy including initiatives related to human services, community and economic development. Applications accepted in cycles throughout the year, Fall 2025 application cycle is open from June 16th-July 11th 2025 | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/community-grant-program |
| California | Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant, Track 1 | California Ocean Protection Council | Jan 01, 2040 | $1,500,000 | Dec 20, 2023 | Track 1 proposals are accepted on a rolling, quarterly, non-competitive basis. This grant program is a great opportunity for coastal communities to receive funding to improve their coastal resilience. The overall goal of the SB 1 Grant Program is to provide funding for local, regional, and tribal governments to develop sea level rise (SLR) adaptation plans and projects to build resilience to SLR along the entire coast of California and San Francisco Bay. | Resilience and Adaptation, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.opc.ca.gov/sb-1-funding/ |
| California | Cutting the Green Tape and Restoration Grant Programs Workshop | California Department of Fish and Wildlife | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 09, 2023 | Concept proposals accepted on an ongoing basis. Four funding initiatives: 1) Drought - Protecting Salmon; 2) Addressing Climate Adaptation; 3) Wetlands and Mountain Meadows Restoration; 4) Wildlife Corridors. Public Workshop Feb. 23 to discuss grant opportunities. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Watersheds/Restoration-Grants/Concept-Application |
| California | County Drought Resilience Planning Assistance Program | County Drought Resilience Planning Assistance Program | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Mar 24, 2023 | The purpose of the County Drought Resilience Planning Grant Program intends to help the counties to establish standing drought task forces or to develop the county drought resilience plans, per Senate Bill 552. | Natural Resource Management | https://water.ca.gov/Programs/Water-Use-And-Efficiency/SB-552/County-Drought-Resilience-Planning-Assistance-Program |
| California | San Joaquin River Conservancy | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The purpose of the SJRC is to create the San Joaquin River Parkway (Parkway) to preserve and enhance the river’s extraordinary biological diversity, protect its valued cultural and natural resources, and provide educational and recreational opportunities for local communities and visitors. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/san-joaquin-river-conservancy-2/ |
| California | Cleanup, Remediation, and Watershed Enhancement Funding Opportunity | California Department of Fish and Wildlife | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 09, 2023 | Grant proposals that support the enhancement of watersheds and communities in areas impacted by cannabis cultivation. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/cleanup-remediation-and-watershed-enhancement-funding-opportunity/ |
| California | Riparian Habitat Conservation | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The California Riparian Habitat Conservation Program (Program) is accepting concept proposals for projects that provide meaningful and sustainable improvements to riparian habitats. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/riparian-habitat-conservation-2/ |
| California | Wildlife Corridors – Nature Based Solutions | California Department of Fish and Wildlife | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 09, 2023 | For connectivity planning and implementation projects consistent with the State Wildlife Action Plan, the state’s efforts on connectivity, and the Fish Passage Annual Legislative Report or efforts to allow fish and wildlife the freedom to roam in California by accelerating fish and wildlife corridor projects. Period of performance ends 3/15/2028 | Natural Resource Management | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/wildlife-corridors-nature-based-solutions/ |
| California | Lower American River Conservancy Program | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The Program was created to provide a state partner to work cooperatively with local agencies, particularly the County of Sacramento in its role as the manager of the American River Parkway (Parkway) and nonprofit organizations to help fund projects and provide grants to restore, enhance, interpret, protect, and improve public access to the Parkway’s natural, recreational, educational, and cultural resources. Period of performance ends 6/30/2027 | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/lower-american-river-conservancy-program-2/ |
| California | Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Program – Construction | State Water Resources Control Board | Jan 01, 2040 | $100,000,000 | Feb 09, 2023 | Construction of publicly-owned treatment facilities: wastewater treatment, local sewers, sewer interceptors, water reclamation and distribution, stormwater treatment, combined sewers, and landfill leachate treatment. Implementation of nonpoint source (NPS) projects to address pollution associated with: agriculture, forestry, urban areas, marinas, hydromodification, wetlands, and development and implementation of estuary comprehensive conservation and management plans for: San Francisco Bay Morro Bay Santa Monica Bay. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/grants_loans/srf/ |
| California | Forest Conservation Program | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The Forest Conservation Program supports planning, acquisition, and restoration projects throughout California’s forests, consistent with the Board's Strategic Plan. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/forest-conservation-2/ |
| California | Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Construction | State Water Resources Control Board | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000,000 | Feb 09, 2023 | Projects that address the most serious human health risks, are necessary to comply with SDWA, and assist public water systems (PWS) most in need on per household basis. Periodically funding programs that help provide clean and safe water are used in combination with the DWSRF program. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/drinking-water-state-revolving-fund-dwsrf-construction-2/ |
| California | Wildlife Corridor and Fish Passage | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The Program is seeking proposals for planning or implementation projects that construct, repair, modify, or remove transportation infrastructure or water resources infrastructure improving passage for wildlife or fish. Additional consideration will be given for projects that restore or enhance wildlife mobility or fish passage across barriers whose impacts on migration have been increased by drought conditions. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/wildlife-corridor-and-fish-passage-2/ |
| California | Habitat Enhancement and Restoration | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | Consistent with Fish and Game Code section 1301, this program provides assistance for the restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife resources. Eligible projects include: native fisheries restoration; restoration of wetlands; restoration of coastal, tidal, or fresh water habitat; other native habitat restoration projects including coastal scrub oak, grasslands, and threatened and endangered species habitats; in-stream restoration projects, including removal of fish passage barriers and other obstructions; and other projects that improve the quality of native habitat throughout the State. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/habitat-enhancement-and-restoration-2/ |
| California | Climate Adaptation and Resiliency | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program was created by AB109, which amended the Budget Act of 2017 to provide local assistance through the Wildlife Conservation Board for conservation projects focusing on resilience to projected climate impacts. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/climate-adaptation-and-resiliency-2/ |
| California | San Diego River Conservancy Direct Grant Program | San Diego River Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 09, 2023 | The Conservancy’s Directed Grant Program seeks to support multi-benefit projects along the entire length of the San Diego River, from its mouth in the City of San Diego at Ocean Beach to its headwaters in themountains near Julian. – see grant guidelines for full details. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/san-diego-river-conservancy-direct-grant-program/ |
| California | Stream Flow Enhancement | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The Stream Flow Enhancement Program (SFEP) funds projects that enhance stream flows across the state of California. The SFEP defines enhanced streamflow to mean: a change in the amount, timing, and/or quality of water flowing down a stream, or a portion of a stream, to benefit fish and wildlife. Period of performance ends 6/30/2027 | Natural Resource Management | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/stream-flow-enhancement-2/ |
| California | Inland Wetlands Conservation | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The Inland Wetlands Conservation Program (IWCP) was created to assist the Central Valley Joint Venture (CVJV) in its mission is to protect, restore, and enhance wetlands and associated habitats. The CVJV, a partnership of twenty two public and private organizations and agencies, has identified through its Implementation Plan, specific goals to increase migratory bird populations. | Natural Resource Management | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/inland-wetlands-conservation-2/ |
| California | Oak Woodlands Conservation | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | The Oak Woodlands Conservation Program offers landowners, conservation organizations, cities and counties, an opportunity to obtain funding for projects designed to conserve and restore California's oak woodlands. While the Program is statewide in nature, it provides opportunities to address oak woodland issues on a regional priority basis. | Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/oak-woodlands-conservation-2/ |
| California | Regional Conservation Investment Strategies | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | WCB is seeking high-quality grant proposals for the development of RCIS's. CDFW's RCIS program encourages public agencies to develop regional conservation planning documents using the best available science to identify regional conservation priorities and other actions to help California’s species populations that may be vulnerable or declining by protecting, restoring, creating, and reconnecting their habitats. | Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/regional-conservation-investment-strategies-2/ |
| California | Cleanup Loans and Environmental Assistance to Neighborhoods (CLEAN) Program | Department of Toxic Substances Control | Jan 01, 2040 | $2,500,000 | Feb 09, 2023 | To help developers, businesses, schools, and local governments accelerate the pace of assessment, cleanup, and redevelopment at abandoned and underutilized urban brownfield sites in California. | Resilience and Adaptation | https://dtsc.ca.gov/clean-and-iscp-programs/ |
| California | Coastal Conservancy Grants | California Coastal Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 09, 2023 | Projects along the California coast, San Francisco Bay, and in coastal watersheds to increase availability of beaches, parks and trails for the public, protect and restore natural lands and wildlife habitat, preserve working lands, and increase community resilience to the impacts of climate change. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://scc.ca.gov/grants/ |
| California | Public Access Program | Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 20, 2024 | Wildlife Conservation Board’s Public Access Program’s projects should focus on creating meaningful outdoor experiences for all Californians. Projects should provide public benefits, leverage funding to produce the greatest benefit, and provide access to natural and wild areas. | Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/public-access-2/ |
| California | Local Coastal Program Local Assistance Grant Program | California Coastal Commission | Jan 01, 2040 | $500,000 | Jun 08, 2023 | The LCP Local Assistance Grant Program provides funds to support local governments in completing or updating Local Coastal Programs (LCP) consistent with the California Coastal Act, with special emphasis on planning for sea level rise and climate change. | Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.coastal.ca.gov/lcp/grants/#:~:text=The%20LCP%20Local%20Assistance%20Grant%20Program%20provides%20funds,planning%20for%20sea%20level%20rise%20and%20climate%20change |
| California | Riverine Stewardship Program | California Department of Water Resources | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jul 07, 2023 | This Program offers $15 Million in funding to plan and implement projects that will reduce flooding, improve water quality, and restore streams, creeks, and rivers to enhance the environment for fish, wildlife, and people. The funding will be delivered through the Riverine Stewardship Program and its two subprograms: the Urban Streams Restoration Program (USRP) and the San Joaquin Fish Population Enhancement Program. To apply for grants through these programs project proponents must submit a concept proposal and submit a full application if invited to do so by the RSP team. Funding is available on a first come, first serve basis until all funds have been expended. Note: Program opened in June 2022 and funding is available until it runs out. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Infrastructure | https://water.ca.gov/Programs/Integrated-Regional-Water-Management/Riverine-Stewardship-Program/Riverine-Stewardship-Grants |
| Hawaii | Nearshore Marine Resource Conservation | Harold K.L. Castle Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Sep 22, 2023 | Contact Foundation to discuss application. "Harold K.L. Castle Foundation makes grants to organizations working in one or more of our three strategic priority areas: Public Education Redesign and Enhancement (pre-K – 12th grade) Nearshore Marine Resource Conservation (for waters surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands) Strengthening the Communities of Windward Oahu | Resilience and Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://castlefoundation.org/investments/marine/ |
| Hawaii | Kokua Giving Program | Alexander and Baldwin Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jul 07, 2023 | The Alexander & Baldwin Kokua Giving Program is a charitable contributions program funded annually based on the profitable business activity of Alexander & Baldwin and its operating companies. We’re grateful for the opportunity to give to organizations that do essential work in Hawaii. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://alexanderbaldwin.com/commitment/corporate-giving/apply/ |
| Hawaii | McInerny Foundation | Bank of Hawai’i | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 14, 2023 | Proposals are reviewed 3-4 times per fiscal year. Support is provided for programs and projects that better the lives of individuals and families in the state of Hawaii. Fields of Interest: Arts & Culture, Community, Education, Environment, Health, Human Services. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.boh.com/philanthropy/grants/mcinerny-foundation |
| Hawaii | Ka Ipu ‘Aina Neighbor Island Program | Matson | Jan 01, 2040 | $1,000 | Feb 14, 2023 | With this program, which is available on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and Hawaii Island, Matson donates the use of container equipment for cleanup projects arranged by non-profit organizations. Matson also pays for the trucking expenses incurred in the delivery and pickup of the containers and bears the expense of properly disposing of the debris. Finally, Matson makes a $1,000 cash contribution to each of the non-profits that successfully complete a cleanup initiative | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.matson.com/community/hawaii/index.html |
| Texas | Texas Clean Energy and Water Grant Opportunities | The Cynthia & George Mitchell Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Oct 30, 2023 | Submit LOI following instructions on Foundation's website. The Foundation accepts grant requests that focus on the following initiatives: water, clean energy, sustainability science, shale sustainability, and land conservation. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://cgmf.org/p/apply-for-funding.html |
| Texas | Environment Grants | The Meadows Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Oct 24, 2023 | The Meadows Foundation provide grants throughout the state of Texas within their program areas and initiatives in education, environment, homelessness, and mental health. | Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice | How to Apply - The Meadows Foundation (mfi.org) |
| Louisiana | Land and Water Conservation Fund | Louisiana State Parks | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 02, 2023 | Applications due each year on April 1. The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) program promotes broad-scope outdoor recreation, ranging from land acquisition to development of park facilities such as spray parks, ball fields, picnic pavilions and restrooms. | Infrastructure, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.lastateparks.com/grant-opportunities-for-outdoor-recreation/land-water-conservation |
| Louisiana | Climate Justice, Coastal Resilience Leverage Fund | Foundation for Louisiana | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 09, 2023 | Contact Foundation to apply. Through grantmaking, The Foundation for Louisiana prioritizes funding for environmental justice, equitable development, and economic opportunity. Our approach, which centers frontline community expertise and encourages policy advocates and organizers to problem-solve together, works towards a future where Louisianans are no longer reliant on extractive economies and are key designers and decision-makers for the future of the state. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.foundationforlouisiana.org/what-we-do/climate-justice-program-page/ |
| California | The Parker Foundation Grant | The Parker Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 13, 2024 | The Parker Foundation is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations that provide services that improve the lives of people throughout the San Diego region. | Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools | https://theparkerfoundation.org/grant-making/grant-seekers/application-process-online/ |
| Louisiana | Environment & Community Resilience | The Meraux Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 09, 2023 | Contact Foundation for application information. Focused on St. Bernard, The Meraux Foundation works to support a resilient community and environment. With a focus on the protection and restoration of the coastline. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.merauxfoundation.org/programs |
| Florida | River Branch Foundation Grants | River Branch Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Dec 08, 2023 | Check Foundation’s website for application instructions. The River Branch Foundation is a regional foundation with special ties to Jacksonville beaches and northeast Florida. They are interested in environmental issues with an emphasis on permanent land protection. | Natural Resource Management | https://riverbranchfoundation.org/#primary |
| California | Organizational Development Grant | Community Foundation for Monterey County | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Oct 25, 2024 | OD grants typically range between $5,000 and $10,000. Approximately $80,000 total is available annually, and the CFMC receives far more grant requests than is possible to fund. OD grants are meant to support organizations and leaders to be stronger, more resilient, and equitable. There are countless possible activities that could help organizations move forward, and CFMC prioritizes focused, strategic projects. | Research and Data Tools | https://www.cfmco.org/nonprofits/grants/organizational-development/ |
| California | Mendocino County Community Support Grant | Community Foundation of Mendocino County | Jan 01, 2040 | $1,000 | Oct 25, 2024 | The Community Support Grant Program, funded through the Community Endowment, supports one-day public events or educational opportunities with a broad community impact. These events must align with the Community Foundation’s mission and vision. Each request is evaluated on: The alignment with the Community Foundation’s mission, vision, strategic plan, and current priorities. The impact the event will have on meeting immediate needs in Mendocino County. The quality of the planning. The scope of outreach in the broader community. | Environmental/Climate Justice | https://communityfound.org/grant/community-support-grant-program/ |
| US National | FY 2024 – 2026 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR) | NOAA | Sep 30, 2026 | Variable | Oct 11, 2024 | This notice is not a mechanism to fund existing NOAA awards. The purpose of this notice is to request applications for special projects and programs associated with NOAA's strategic plan and mission goals, as well as to provide the general public with information and guidelines on how NOAA will select applications and administer discretionary Federal assistance under this Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). Each NOAA Line Office that supports financial assistance (National Marine Fisheries Service, National Ocean Service, National Weather Service, Office of Atmospheric Research, Office of Education, and National Environmental Satellite Data Information Service) has a separate BAA found in Grants.gov, so applicants should submit their application to the BAA for the Line Office that best fits their application. A description of NOAA Line Offices is found at https://www.corporateservices.noaa.gov/public/lineoffices.html and https://www.noaa.gov/office-education, and applicants may contact the Agency Contacts in Section VII. of the solicitation for more information. If you submit the same application to more than one Line Office, mention this in your application and notify the relevant contacts in Section VII. so that NOAA may coordinate internally. | Research and Data Tools | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356669 |
| California | Proposition 68 LLAR Severely Disadvantaged Communities | San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Sep 05, 2024 | Applications will be submitted in two phases: a Concept Proposal and a Full Application. Applicants will first submit a Concept Proposal that will be reviewed by RMC staff for consistency with RMC goals, any specific program priorities, and the strength of the proposed project. Priorities for RMC LLAR Prop 68: Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects, Provide workforce development opportunities, Expand access to diverse populations, Secured matching funds. RMC’s LLAR Grants are specific to the Lower LA River corridor, considered within 1.5 miles of the main stem or tributary of the Lower LA River. Projects should be consistent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/proposition-68-llar-severely-disadvantaged-communities/ |
| California | Proposition 68 Regionwide Grants | San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Aug 26, 2024 | Applications will be submitted in two phases: a Concept Proposal and a Full Application. Applicants will first submit a Concept Proposal that will be reviewed by RMC staff for consistency with RMC goals, any specific program priorities, and the strength of the proposed project. RMC Proposition 68 Project Goals and Objectives: create, expand, and/or improve public open space in the RMC's territory by improving water quality supply, create, enhance or improve a reliable water supply and/or restore an important species and habitat. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/proposition-68-regionwide-grants/ |
| California | Proposition 1 Regionwide Grants | San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Aug 26, 2024 | Applications will be submitted in two phases: a Concept Proposal and a Full Application. Applicants will first submit a Concept Proposal that will be reviewed by RMC staff for consistency with RMC goals, any specific program priorities, and the strength of the proposed project. Priorities for RMC Prop 1 Grants: 1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects; 2. Expand access to diverse populations; 3. High-need project implementation. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/proposition-1-regionwide-grants/ |
| California | RMC Lower LA River Grant Program | San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | $2,000,000 | Aug 26, 2024 | Applications will be submitted in two phases: a Concept Proposal and a Full Application. Applicants will first submit a Concept Proposal that will be reviewed by RMC staff for consistency with RMC goals, any specific program priorities, and the strength of the proposed project. Priorities for RMC Lower LA River Grants: 1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects; 2. Expand access to diverse populations; 3. High-need project implementation; 4. Implementation of projects congruent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/rmc-lower-la-river-grant-program/ |
| California | Proposition 1 Lower Los Angeles River Grants | San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | $2,000,000 | Aug 26, 2024 | Applications will be submitted in two phases: a Concept Proposal and a Full Application. Applicants will first submit a Concept Proposal that will be reviewed by RMC staff for consistency with RMC goals, any specific program priorities, and the strength of the proposed project. Priorities for RMC Prop 1 LLAR (Lower LA River) Grants: 1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects; 2. Protect and Enhance the LA River; 2. Expand access to diverse populations; 4. High-need project implementation; RMC’s LLAR Grants are specific to the Lower LA River corridor, considered within 1.5 miles of the main stem or tributary of the Lower LA River. Projects should be consistent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan. | Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/proposition-1-lower-los-angeles-river-grants/ |
| California | Wildfire Prevention Grant Program | San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy | Jan 01, 2040 | $2,000,000 | Aug 26, 2024 | Applications will be submitted in two phases: a Concept Proposal and a Full Application. Applicants will first submit a Concept Proposal that will be reviewed by RMC staff for consistency with RMC goals, any specific program priorities, and the strength of the proposed project. Priorities for RMC Wildfire Prevention Grant Program: 1. Protect and expand native forests/wildlands; 2. Support communities in increasing their resilience to wildfire and improving fire safety; 3. Promote sustainable land use; 4. Promote investment in wildlands management and workforce development; 5. Protect cultural resources vulnerable to wildfire. | Wildfire, Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/wildfire-prevention-grant-program/ |
| California | Beach and Coast Accessibility Program | Orange County Coastkeeper | Jan 01, 2040 | $30,000 | Jul 22, 2024 | Orange County Coastkeeper and the California State Coastal Conservancy are partnered to enhance access to California’s coastline for individuals with disabilities or reduced mobility. The program will provide grants of up to $30,000 to tribes, nonprofit organizations, and public entities, enabling them to employ accessibility equipment such as beach wheelchairs, walkers, mats, and other devices. In addition to improving coastal access, proposals can also address accessibility issues impacting communities near coastal lakes, rivers, and bays. | Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.coastkeeper.org/bcap/ |
| US National | The Lawrence Foundation Environmental Grants | The Lawrence Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $10,000 | Jul 03, 2024 | The Lawrence Foundation has two grant cycles: June and December. A completed application must be submitted online, using the Common Grant Application, by midnight (23:59:59) Central Time (CT) on either April 30 or October 31. The foundation makes grants to US based qualified charitable organizations. To date they have funded organizations that address the following areas of interest: Environment (US headquartered organizations operating programs in the US or elsewhere in the world), Human Services, Disaster relief (US headquartered organizations responding to disasters in the US or elsewhere in the world on an occasional basis), and Other (US headquartered organizations operating programs in the US or elsewhere in the world). Nonprofit organizations that qualify for public charity status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or public schools and libraries are eligible for contributions or grants. They are okay if a portion of any grant that is awarded is used for reasonable indirect costs. 50% or lower would be reasonable for indirect costs. The Lawrence Foundation is based in Santa Monica, CA but has no geographical restrictions. | Resilience and Adaptation | https://thelawrencefoundation.org/application-process |
| California | Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station Installation Grant FY24 | California Department of Parks and Recreation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jul 02, 2024 | The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the construction of pumpout and dump stations on California's waterways. | Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/division-of-boating-and-waterways-local-assistance-pumpout-dump-station-installation-grant-fy24/ |
| California | Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Pumpout/Dump Station/Floating Restroom Operation and Maintenance Grant FY24 | California Department of Parks and Recreation | Jan 01, 2040 | $6,000 | Jul 02, 2024 | The Pumpout Facility Grant Program funds the operation and maintenance of pumpout and dump stations on California's waterways. | Infrastructure | https://www.grants.ca.gov/grants/division-of-boating-and-waterways-local-assistance-pumpout-dump-station-floating-restroom-operation-and-maintenance-grant-fy24/ |
| International | The Schmidt Marine Technology Partners Programmatic Funding | The Schmidt Marine Technology Partners | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Mar 21, 2024 | The Schmidt Marine Technology Partners' focus is on helping great ideas for ocean technologies make it out into the world. In that pursuit, we are happy to work with university academics, non-profit organizations, start-up companies, or established businesses. For later-stage commercial projects Schmidt Marine also works closely with the Schmidt Family Foundation’s investment program. | Research and Data Tools, Natural Resource Management | https://schmidtmarine.secure-platform.com/a/page/faq/faq-programmatic-funding |
| California | Wildlife Conservation Board Grant | California Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Apr 21, 2025 | California Wildlife Conservation Board will begin accepting pre-applications for Proposition 4 funded projects April 22, 2025. All projects shall provide one or more of the following benefits, as identified in WCB’s Strategic Plan: • Protected or enhanced biodiversity; • Climate change resiliency and connectivity; • Support of the State Wildlife Action Plan priority habitats; • Conserved or enhanced working landscapes; • Conserved or enhanced water-related projects; and/or • Enhanced public access. Projects should also contribute to the State’s priorities such as protecting biodiversity, increasing climate resilience, providing access for all, and expanding nature-based solutions through initiatives such as the Pathways to 30 X 30 document that identifies a goal of protecting 30 percent of California’s land and coastal waters by 2030. | Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://wcb.ca.gov/Grants |
| California and Oregon | Watershed Restoration Grants | Bella Vista Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 15, 2024 | The Bella Vista Foundation awards grants twice per calendar year in all program areas. There is a spring cycle, usually open January-February, and a fall cycle, usually open June-July. Before starting the application process, please reach out to Yisroel Quint yquint@pfs-llc.net to discuss your organization's work. Funds: in California, the entire Klamath Watershed; and in the Sierra Nevada, the Truckee River watershed, Yuba/Bear/American rivers, and the North Fork Feather River watershed; and in Oregon, the upper Deschutes Basin and the upper John Day Basin. The Watershed Restoration program focuses on restoration and revitalization of key watershed ecosystems within specific geographic areas in California and Oregon. The foundation prioritizes projects with broad-based community involvement (financial support, volunteer support, and in-kind donations, etc.). The foundation will fund restoration projects that have an environmental education component, but only where restoration is the main and long-term focus. The foundation does not fund land acquisition projects. | Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.bellavistafoundation.org/program-areas/watershed-restoration/ |
| International | Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grant | Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | $300,000 | Feb 07, 2024 | The Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation seeks to dramatically improve the lives of people and the world around us through innovative strategies, systems changing approaches, and disrupting technologies. Their goal is to find social entrepreneurs with dynamic ideas and nurture them at the early stages with maximum leverage and total commitment. Prospects for their portfolio of social enterprises come from a vast field of compelling ideas and dedicated leaders. They concentrate their selection on the capabilities of the founder/leader, the scalability of the model, and the potential impact of the organization on the world. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.drkfoundation.org/apply-for-funding/ |
| International | Mitsubishi Corporation Foundation for the Americas | Mitsubishi Corporation Foundation For The Americas | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Feb 07, 2024 | Founded in 1991, the mission of the Mitsubishi Corporation Foundation for the Americas (MCFA) is to promote environmental causes throughout the Americas in the broadest sense, which encompasses both the physical and social environments in which we live. In furtherance of our mission they support a wide range of projects in the following four categories: Biodiversity Conservation Sustainable Development Environmental Justice Environmental Education | Environmental/Climate Justice, Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.mitsubishicorp.com/us/en/mcfa/ |
| Canada | Honda Canada Foundation | HONDA | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Oct 21, 2025 | The Honda Canada Foundation supports registered Canadian charities that improve the lives of Canadians through programs aligned with five key pillars: Education, Environment, Mobility, Traffic Safety, and Community. Funding is directed toward initiatives that enhance social well-being, promote environmental stewardship, and align with Honda’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Priority is given to projects that advance biodiversity and conservation, deliver environmental education, and foster sustainable communities across Canada. If you have questions regarding the Honda Canada Foundation’s selection criteria for donations, please email: hondacanadafoundation@ch.honda.com. | Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice | https://www.hondacanadafoundation.ca/en/ |
| US National | Community Possible Grant | US Bank Foundation | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Nov 21, 2025 | The U.S. Bank Foundation supports organizations that advance economic development through its Work, Home, and Play focus areas, with an emphasis on addressing immediate needs and systemic barriers to success while incorporating environmental stewardship. Funding priorities include workforce education and economic prosperity, neighborhood stability and revitalization, and artistic, cultural, and active play programs that preserve, protect, and enhance outdoor spaces. Examples of funded projects include: supporting green economy workforce development, community clean-ups, community gardens, and projects expanding access to active play for K-12 students in low- and moderate-income communities. The Foundation considers innovation, community engagement, measurable outcomes, service to underserved populations, and organizational financial health when selecting finalists. Applications are by invitation only, however, organizations may submit an electronic Letter of Interest to identify themselves as eligible organizations. If you have questions, please email usbanksupport@cybergrants.com. | Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access | https://www.usbank.com/about-us-bank/community/community-possible-grant-program.html |
| California | Land Acquisition Program | California Wildlife Conservation Board | Jan 01, 2040 | Variable | Jan 09, 2026 | The WCB Acquisition Program supports the acquisition of real property or property rights to conserve wildlife and natural resources in California. WCB acquires land on behalf of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and may also provide grants to governmental entities and nonprofit organizations for land or conservation easement acquisitions. All acquisitions are conducted on a willing-seller basis at fair market value, with appraisals approved by the Department of General Services. Property evaluations and funding recommendations are developed by CDFW based on biological value, with a typical review and approval timeline of 6-12 months. For questions, contact John Walsh at John.Walsh@wildlife.ca.gov. | Infrastructure, Natural Resource Management | https://wcb.ca.gov/Programs/Acquisitions?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery |