GrantExec, a Euna Solutions® company

Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Natural Resources

Explore 415 grant opportunities

Unleashing Tribal Energy Development
$7,500,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Golden Field Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 24, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Tribal communities and organizations for developing energy infrastructure projects that enhance energy sovereignty and economic growth.

Energy
Native American tribal organizations
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Strengthening Agricultural Systems
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 23, 2026

Date Added

Jan 30, 2026

This grant provides funding for universities and research institutions to conduct innovative projects that improve agricultural productivity and sustainability while addressing key challenges in the U.S. food supply chain.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Environmental Security Technology Certification Program
$10,000,000
Environmental Security Technology Certification Program
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 21, 2026

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed for businesses, universities, and nonprofits to develop and demonstrate innovative technologies that improve environmental and energy efficiency for the U.S. Department of Defense.

Science and Technology
Small businesses
National Environmental Education and Training Program
$4,740,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 27, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based educational institutions and nonprofit organizations to develop and implement environmental education programs that enhance public understanding and promote stewardship of environmental issues.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
ERDC Broad Agency Announcement
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Engineer Research and Development Center)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This funding opportunity invites U.S. institutions, including universities and small businesses, to propose innovative research projects that advance technologies and scientific understanding in areas like water management, infrastructure resilience, and environmental restoration, supporting both military and civil objectives.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
FY 26 CD Education Mini Grant
$3,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation-focused educational initiatives for youth in Montana, providing resources for schools, educators, and community groups to promote environmental awareness and stewardship.

Education
County governments
Community Impact Grants
$25,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 26, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the natural, cultural, agricultural, and recreational resources of south-central Pennsylvania, encouraging collaboration among nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions to improve community well-being and ecological integrity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Land Acquisition and Conservation
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

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

Recreation
County governments
Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Grants Program
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 2, 2026

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This program provides funding for community-driven conservation projects that improve water quality and habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, targeting local organizations, governments, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
F26AS00041 Yukon River Salmon Research and Management (R) Assistance
$100,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 18, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and management projects focused on conserving Chinook and Chum salmon in the Yukon River, with an emphasis on community engagement and capacity building among local residents.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Memorial Grants
$10,000
Neotropical Grassland Conservancy
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2027

Date Added

Nov 12, 2025

This grant provides financial support for Latin American researchers focused on conserving grasslands through impactful scientific research.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Geospace Cluster
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2024

This grant provides funding for researchers studying Earth's near-space environment, including its atmospheric and magnetic interactions, to improve understanding of space weather and its impacts on society.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
OIA Technical Assistance Program 2026
$22,500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior
Federal

Application Deadline

May 18, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This grant provides financial support for short-term projects that address urgent economic and capacity challenges in U.S. territories and freely associated states, targeting local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions.

Capacity Building
State governments
Region 2 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants
$300,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 10, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, Tribal, and local governments, as well as educational institutions, to develop and improve wetland management programs in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Environment
State governments
Fertilizer Research and Education Program
$300,000
California Department of Food and Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This grant provides funding for projects that improve nutrient and irrigation management practices in California agriculture, with a focus on supporting socially disadvantaged farmers and farmworkers.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Unity Gardens Grant
$3,000
Unity Gardens
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community-led gardening projects in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, that focus on environmental sustainability through the use of native plants for stormwater management, pollution reduction, and habitat restoration.

Environment
Nonprofits
Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork
$1,200,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based researchers and institutions conducting transformative fieldwork in Antarctica, focusing on interdisciplinary studies that enhance understanding of global systems and promote scientific collaboration.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Sewage Facilities Program (SFP)
$100,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This program provides financial support to municipalities, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations in Pennsylvania for planning and improving sewage management infrastructure in compliance with state regulations.

Environment
City or township governments
Coral Reef Stewardship Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 16, 2026

Date Added

Jan 9, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, governments, and educational institutions for projects that enhance the health and resilience of coral reef ecosystems across U.S. territories.

Environment
Nonprofits
Study of PFAS in Michigan Agricultural Systems
$400,000
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for researchers at Michigan institutions to study the impact of PFAS contamination in agricultural systems and develop effective management strategies.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education