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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Natural Resources

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Nature-Based Approaches for Concentrate and Salinity Management
$250,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research on using constructed wetlands to effectively manage reverse osmosis concentrate and salinity, targeting researchers, academic institutions, and organizations focused on water treatment solutions.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Community Climate Action Grant Program
$267,750
Orange County North Carolina
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 12, 2024

This program provides funding to public entities, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses in Orange County, North Carolina, to implement innovative projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience for local communities.

Environment
County governments
Energy Impact on Wyoming Economy Study
Contact for amount
Wyoming Energy Authority (WEA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 28, 2025

This grant provides funding for a comprehensive economic impact study of Wyoming's energy industry, targeting researchers, universities, government entities, and private industry capable of analyzing both fossil fuels and renewable energy sectors.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Oregon Conservation & Recreation Fund
$25,000
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance conservation and outdoor recreation in Oregon, particularly those addressing drought impacts, and is open to a variety of eligible organizations, including tribes, nonprofits, and local governments.

Environment
Nonprofits
CY2025/FY2026 Chesapeake and Coastal Grants Gateway - Outcome 4: Environmental Education
$100,000
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This grant provides funding to non-profits, schools, and government agencies to develop environmental education projects that empower students and communities to protect Chesapeake and coastal ecosystems.

Education
Nonprofits
RiverSmart Homes Landscaping Installation Program
$2,170,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 15, 2025

This grant provides funding for organizations to install green infrastructure on residential properties in Washington, DC, to reduce stormwater pollution and promote sustainable landscaping practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Nevada Foundation Seed Program
Contact for amount
Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This program provides free native seeds to Nevada-based producers and researchers for ecological restoration and scientific research, promoting sustainable seed production and enhancing local biodiversity.

Agriculture
Individuals
Watershed Assistance Grant Program
$150,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Maryland, West Virginia, and select areas of Pennsylvania for early-stage projects focused on watershed restoration and planning to improve water quality and promote environmental sustainability.

Environment
State governments
Archaeometry
$700,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 27, 2024

This program provides funding for researchers to develop advanced techniques and laboratory services that enhance archaeological science.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund
$2,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance fish and wildlife habitats, improve water quality, and promote outdoor recreation within the Delaware River watershed, targeting nonprofits, educational institutions, government agencies, and Tribal organizations.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Southeast Aquatics Fund
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in the southeastern U.S. to improve aquatic habitats and water quality, particularly for endangered species and key river basins.

Environment
Nonprofits
Open Ocean Research Grant Program
$20,000
Global Fishing Watch (GFW)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers and small teams working on innovative projects that utilize Global Fishing Watch data to improve ocean conservation and fisheries management worldwide.

Environment
Individuals
Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant
Contact for amount
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Vermont that are planting native trees and shrubs along waterways to improve water quality and restore natural habitats.

Environment
Nonprofits
Upper Klamath Watershed Resilience
$500,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations, tribal entities, and local governments in the Upper Klamath Basin to implement conservation and restoration projects that enhance watershed resilience and benefit native fish populations.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Prince George’s County Stormwater Stewardship Grant Program
$300,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This program provides funding for community-led projects in Prince George’s County, Maryland, focused on improving water quality and engaging residents in environmental stewardship.

Environment
Nonprofits
Cumberland Plateau-Southern Appalachians Stewardship Fund
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions in the Cumberland Plateau and Southern Appalachians to restore ecosystems, improve habitats, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

Environment
Nonprofits
Nonpoint Source Grants
$4,000,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to various organizations and groups in Illinois for projects aimed at reducing water pollution from nonpoint sources, such as agricultural runoff and urban stormwater.

Natural Resources
Individuals
The Rochester Garden Grants Program
$1,000
Rochester Public Works Department
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2025

This program provides funding to residents, schools, and community organizations in Rochester, Minnesota, to create gardens that support pollinators and improve water management.

Environment
Nonprofits
Rio Grande Project Drought Resilience Efforts Initiative
$19,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This grant provides funding for local, state, and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions to implement projects that enhance water sustainability and ecosystem health in the Lower Rio Grande region of New Mexico and Texas.

Environment
Nonprofits
A Tree for Every Delawarean
$40,000
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This grant provides funding for various organizations in Delaware to support tree planting initiatives that enhance climate resilience and promote environmental justice.

Environment
State governments