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Environment grants for nonprofits

Search open environment and conservation grants from Grants.gov for nonprofits working on climate, conservation, and sustainability.

17 open opportunities in this category (updated from Grants.gov).

Quick Answer: Environment grants for nonprofits

Environmental grants for nonprofits often fund conservation, climate work, watershed protection, education, resilience, and local sustainability programs. A strong application explains the environmental need, the measurable result, and how grant costs will be tracked after award.

Who should review these grants

  • Conservation and land trust organizations
  • Watershed, climate, and sustainability programs
  • Community education teams focused on environmental outcomes

Prepare before applying

  • Document the environmental problem and the community served.
  • Prepare partner roles, site details, and outcome measures.
  • Separate grant costs from general operating expenses.

After you win

  • Track restricted grant funds by project or program.
  • Keep outcome data and expense records together.
  • Prepare budget-to-actual reports before funder deadlines.
Bureau of Indian Affairs

Energy and Mineral Development Program (EMDP) Grant

Posted: May 6, 2026
Closes: Jun 18, 2026
#BIA-EMDP-2026
Golden Field Office

Critical Minerals and Materials Accelerator Notice of Funding Opportunity

Posted: Apr 7, 2026
Closes: Jul 23, 2026
#DE-FOA-0003589
Golden Field Office

Unleashing Tribal Energy Development

Posted: Mar 25, 2026
Closes: Jul 24, 2026
#DE-FOA-0003548
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin

Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization (NGDISM) Grant Program

Posted: Mar 23, 2026
Closes: May 22, 2026
#693JK326NF0013
Department of the Interior

FY 2026 Energizing Insular Communities Program

Posted: Mar 16, 2026
Closes: Jun 8, 2026
#OIA-EIC-2026
NNSA

CONSORTIUM FOR NUCLEAR FORENSICS

Posted: Mar 4, 2026
Closes: Jun 10, 2026
#DE-FOA-0003567
Idaho Field Office

Fiscal Year 2026 Phase II Continuation Consolidated Innovative Nuclear Research

Posted: Dec 15, 2025
Closes: May 20, 2026
#DE-FOA-0003539
Idaho Field Office

Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Innovative Nuclear Research

Posted: Dec 15, 2025
Closes: Jun 9, 2026
#DE-FOA-0003538
Idaho Field Office

Advanced Nuclear Energy Licensing Cost-Share Grant Program

Posted: Jan 8, 2025
Closes: Sep 30, 2026
#DE-FOA-0003339
FAA-COE-AJFE

Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuels and Environment

Posted: Nov 13, 2023
Closes: Sep 30, 2026
#FAA-COE-AJFE
Idaho Field Office

University Nuclear Leadership Program– Scholarship and Fellowship Support

Posted: Oct 15, 2020
Closes: Oct 14, 2030
#DE-FOA-0002265
Rural Business-Cooperative Service

Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements Program

Posted: Oct 30, 2018
#RDBCP-REAP-RES-EEI-2019
Idaho Field Office

RFI - DOE Infrastructure Work Scope Development

Posted: Jan 14, 2016
#DE-SOL-0008318
Idaho Field Office

RFI - DOE R

Posted: Jan 14, 2016
#DE-SOL-0008246
Rural Business-Cooperative Service

Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvements Program

Posted: Oct 13, 2015
#RDBCP-REAP-RES-EEI-2016
Headquarters

Sequestration Information

Posted: Mar 4, 2013
#FOA-ALL

Plan the grant work after the application

Use these resources to connect search, budgeting, restricted funds, and reporting.

Environment grant questions

What environmental grants can nonprofits apply for?

Nonprofits may find grants for conservation, education, resilience, research, and community environmental projects. Eligibility depends on the official opportunity.

How should environmental grant spending be tracked?

Track spending by grant, project, and reporting period so restricted funds stay tied to the approved work plan and budget.

Track grants after you win

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