Federal Grants

• EPA Grants: Get an overview of grants available at EPA
• EPA Research Grants: Explore research funding opportunities at EPA
• USDA, US Forest Service: Supports projects focusing on management of the nation’s water resources; engaging youth in conservation stewardship; promoting healthy, active lifestyles; and serving communities
• Grants.gov: The hub for information on available grants throughout the federal government
• National Science Foundation: Provides funding in many areas, including environmental research and education

Examples of Foundations that May Offer Grants

• Knight Foundation: Funds projects that foster innovation, communities and the arts to create informed and engaged communities
• Toyota: Supports international, national and local programs focusing in environment, education and safety
• National Fish and Wildlife Foundation: Funds projects that sustain, restore, and enhance the nation’s fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats
• The Conservation Fund: Supports projects that enhance rural communities
• Earthwatch Institute: Provides citizen scientists and financial support to research projects addressing urgent global needs all over the world
• The Bush Foundation: Community Innovation Grants support communities that use problem-solving processes that lead to more effective, equitable and sustainable solutions
• Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Funds projects that results in a strong benefit to society where funding from the private sector, government, or other foundations is not widely available

Other Types of Entities that May Offer Grants

• Local organizations
• State agencies
• Private foundations
• Corporate programs
• Non-profit organizations
• Academic incentive programs