7,895 foundations$29.5B total annual giving$10K median grant82 states with funders
Discover 7,895 grantmaking foundations funding environment programs, with combined annual giving of $29.5B. The median grant size for environment is $10K.
Environment Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
7,895
Total Annual Giving
$29.5B
Total Assets Under Management
$191.1B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
82
Total Grants on Record
239,421
Open Grant Opportunities
Live programs funding environment that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Who can apply: Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits, towns, and schools. Organizations or projects must be based in one of the listed focus towns. Projects focused on the Connecticut River corridor or Long Island Sound may be considered if they demonstrate impact in at least one focus town. Eligible projects must support preservation, conservation, restoration, or education. Projects should be no longer than 12 months, begin no later than July 1, 2027, and provide at least a 25% match of the requested grant amount through in-kind items, cash, or professional services.
Climate solutionsCarbon-free electricityEnergy efficiency+7 more
Who can apply: Projects must fit the Environment Program's Climate Solutions or Great Lakes & Drinking Water strategies. Work in Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota receives the most climate support; water work is concentrated in Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Joyce generally does not fund physical infrastructure, environmental education, local cleanup, basic scientific research, or direct service. It is not currently accepting unsolicited requests for equitable deep-decarbonization policy innovation.
Environmental educationConservationSTEM education+1 more
Who can apply: Qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations may apply. Individuals and for-profit organizations are not eligible. This is a tertiary priority and funding is often limited; proposals with an educational focus receive preference.
Environmental conservationNatural resource preservationSustainability+3 more
Who can apply: Nonprofits located within the Northwest Minnesota Foundation service area may apply for projects that promote or preserve natural resources in the region.
Pre-collegiate education and academic enrichmentBay Area environmental education and advocacyWaste management and recycling+4 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be charitable organizations with 501(c)(3) registration or organizations affiliated with a certified fiscal sponsor, based in one of the nine Bay Area counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, or Sonoma. Requests must fall within one of the Trust's three focus areas. Preference is given to organizations founded and based in the Bay Area. The Trust does not make grants to individuals, does not award multi-year grants, and gives lower priority to capital campaigns, annual giving programs, scholarship programs, and equipment purchases. Organizations may be funded up to two times in a three-year period and are then asked to refrain from applying for three years.
Fishing educationMarine fisheries conservationCoastal habitat protection+3 more
Who can apply: Organizations must propose Florida-based projects aligned with Fish Florida’s mission. Applications should address goals and evaluation, budget, beneficiaries, organizational management, and public outreach. Required materials include the Fish Florida application form, a cover letter of no more than two pages, three letters of recommendation, board or senior management information, and applicable 501(c)(3) and Department of State documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The typical Environment foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 40% of Environment foundations actively fund new organizations, and 64% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Environment Grants
How many foundations fund environment?
There are 7,895 grantmaking foundations that fund environment programs across 82 states.
What is the median grant size for environment?
The median grant from foundations funding environment is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest environment foundations?
The largest foundations funding environment by annual giving include NEW VENTURE FUND, SIXTEEN THIRTY FUND, Climate Imperative Foundation, with combined giving of $757.5M.
Which states have the most environment funders?
The states with the most environment foundations are California (888), New York (637), Florida (457). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find environment grants for my nonprofit?
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