Private Natural Resources Grants

This grant provides financial support to individuals with a bachelor's degree pursuing research in natural sciences, particularly food sciences, to promote cross-cultural understanding between Japan and the global community.

This program provides financial support to licensed family childcare providers in specific Indiana and Illinois counties to help them overcome barriers to achieving high-quality childcare designations.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations for programs that connect children with nature and support field-based conservation efforts for wildlife and their habitats.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in American Water service areas that focus on improving water access, conservation, and environmental education initiatives.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, governments, and educational institutions for projects that restore and sustain healthy rivers, forests, and grasslands to support diverse wildlife in the Northeast.

This funding initiative provides financial support to grassroots organizations and Indigenous communities in the U.S. and Canada to address the environmental, health, and cultural impacts of mining activities.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local and state governments, tribal entities, and educational institutions to promote conservation practices and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers on private working lands.

This grant provides funding for small to mid-sized organizations in Rush County, Indiana, to support projects focused on environmental conservation, native species preservation, and community engagement in nature-related initiatives.

This program provides financial incentives and support to farmers in select Ohio counties to implement environmentally friendly agricultural practices that improve water quality and reduce nutrient runoff.

This grant provides funding for local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations in the Chesapeake Bay watershed to implement sustainable urban greening projects that improve stormwater management and enhance community green spaces.

This funding opportunity supports community organizations in Maryland with projects that promote environmental stewardship, civic engagement, and local solutions to environmental issues through activities like clean-ups, education, and tree planting.

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.

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofits and municipal environmental commissions in Monmouth County, New Jersey, to enhance bird habitats through small-scale conservation projects.

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.

This program provides funding to grassroots organizations led by or serving Latinx communities in the U.S. and Puerto Rico for heritage conservation and historic preservation projects.

This funding initiative provides financial support for conservation projects that enhance public open spaces and promote climate resiliency and pollinator habitat in Northern Illinois.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Tribes, Alaska Native Villages, and Alaska Native corporations to develop innovative forest market solutions that promote environmental stewardship and strengthen Tribal economies.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative initiatives by nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipalities in specific Maine counties to create sustainable programs that improve the lives of children and youth facing various challenges.

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.

This program provides support and resources to U.S.-based startups and seed-stage businesses in the forest and wood industries, focusing on innovative uses of low-grade wood and underutilized forest materials to enhance economic resilience and sustainability in the Northern Forest region.