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Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program FY26
$6,000,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to public agencies in California for the repair and improvement of boat launching facilities and related infrastructure to enhance access to the state's waterways.

Environment
City or township governments
Stream Flow Enhancement
$140,000,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve stream flows in California to benefit fish and wildlife, particularly in critical watersheds for salmonids and areas affected by climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wetland Conservation Program – Support Funds and Restoration Initiatives
$2,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This program provides funding to support the restoration and enhancement of wetland habitats across California, benefiting wildlife areas and nesting bird habitats on both public and private lands.

Environment
Nonprofits
Quality of Life for Individuals in Houston
Contact for amount
Houston Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to eligible nonprofit organizations and IRS-approved entities in Houston to address pressing community needs and improve the quality of life for local residents.

Law Justice and Legal Services
City or township governments
Proposition 68 Southern Steelhead Grant Program
$15,927,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 14, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that improve steelhead fish migration and restore their habitats, benefiting local communities and ecosystems affected by climate change.

Environment
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program FY25
$400,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations managing freshwater reservoirs in California to prevent the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels through planning, implementation, and public outreach efforts.

Environment
City or township governments
MAELC Education Grant
$25,000
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports schools, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Minnesota to enhance agricultural education programs and develop future leaders in agriculture, food, and natural resources.

Education
Nonprofits
Oil Spill Response Equipment Grant
Contact for amount
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This program provides funding to Native American tribes, counties, cities, and special districts to acquire and position oil spill response equipment to safeguard local economic and environmental resources near state waters.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
Proposition 1 Delta Water Quality and Ecosystem Restoration Grant Program
$23,115,663
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2024

This funding program provides financial support for projects that improve water quality and restore ecosystems in California's Delta region, benefiting local communities and the environment.

Environment
Nonprofits
2026 Community Wood Energy and Wood Innovation Program
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Forest Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 22, 2026

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for rural communities to develop renewable wood energy systems and innovative wood product facilities, promoting economic growth and forest health.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Endangered Species Conservation and Recovery Grant Program
$400,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Apr 6, 2026

Date Added

Feb 27, 2026

This grant provides funding for conservation projects aimed at recovering threatened and endangered species in California, supporting collaboration between state wildlife staff and external partners like nonprofits and academic institutions.

Environment
Individuals
Lower American River Conservancy Program
$3,840,000
California Wildlife Conservation Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2023

This program provides funding to local agencies and nonprofit organizations for projects that restore, enhance, and improve public access to the natural and recreational resources of the American River Parkway.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Proposition 68 Rivers and Streams Grant Program – Severely Disadvantaged Communities
$10,164,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that help communities adapt to climate change and improve environmental resilience, specifically targeting areas with low-income populations.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wetlands and Mountain Meadows Restoration – Nature Based Solutions
$54,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 8, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Tribes, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies in California to restore wetlands and mountain meadows, promoting climate resilience and enhancing natural habitats.

Environment
Nonprofits
Forest Economy Program
$1,000,000
Northern Border Regional Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

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

Natural Resources
State governments
New York’s Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program
$40,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 27, 2026

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-driven environmental projects in New York's Great Lakes Basin, targeting local governments, non-profits, and educational institutions focused on improving water quality, habitat restoration, and sustainability.

Environment
Nonprofits
Emergency Drinking Water / Cleanup & Abatement Account Programs
$9,700,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding program provides financial assistance to address urgent drinking water needs and to clean up pollution when no responsible parties are available to manage the situation.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Cleanup, Remediation, and Watershed Enhancement Funding Opportunity
Contact for amount
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects aimed at cleaning up and restoring watersheds affected by illegal cannabis operations, enhancing wildlife habitats, and improving water conservation efforts.

Environment
Nonprofits
2026/27 Effectiveness Monitoring Committee Request for Research Proposals to test the California Forest Practice Rules and related regulations
$425,000
California State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection (BOF)
State

Application Deadline

May 18, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This grant provides funding for research projects that evaluate the effectiveness of California's forest management regulations, targeting a wide range of public and nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and tribal entities involved in environmental conservation.

Natural Resources
Small businesses
Wildlife Corridors – Nature Based Solutions
$42,000,000
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 8, 2024

This funding opportunity supports tribes, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies in California to implement environmental restoration projects that enhance wildlife corridors, improve habitat resilience, and address climate impacts.

Environment
Nonprofits