7,895 foundations$36.2B total annual giving$10K median grant82 states with funders
Discover 7,895 grantmaking foundations funding environment programs, with combined annual giving of $36.2B. The median grant size for environment is $10K.
Environment Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
7,895
Total Annual Giving
$36.2B
Total Assets Under Management
$189.4B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
82
Total Grants on Record
72,067
Open Grant Opportunities
Live programs funding environment that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 6 days (Oct 2, 2026)May not accept unsolicited proposalsAward: Varies
Decarbonization Modeling of Urban Mobility and the Built Environment
ClimateDecarbonizationEnergy transition modeling+2 more
Who can apply: Researchers worldwide are invited to submit expressions of intent focused on urban decarbonization, specifically transportation, buildings, and the infrastructure connecting them. Detailed organizational eligibility criteria are not provided in the supplied content.
Economic developmentWorkforce developmentEntrepreneurship+6 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations contributing to economic development or community leadership in Coles County, or organizations developing programs on behalf of others.
Biological diversity conservationSustainable ecosystem managementMarine biodiversity conservation+2 more
Who can apply: Organizations must have tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Grants are not made to individuals or activities supporting political candidates. Environment funds may support international projects in specified geographies through donor-advised fund partners. Organizations may submit no more than one application in any twelve-month period, except fiscal sponsors.
Illegal dumping reductionSewage overflow reductionCommunity greening plans+8 more
Who can apply: Organizations and proposals must advance a specific Environment and Public Space objective and meet the criteria of an applicable RFP or the open grantmaking process. Eligible fiscal sponsors may apply on behalf of project leads.
Who can apply: Organizations working in the funder’s stated pillars may apply; the site references nonprofits, public schools, fire departments, and other community partners. Additional eligibility details are not visible in the provided content.
EducationJob training and employmentEconomic self-sufficiency+8 more
Who can apply: Applicants generally must be Massachusetts-based nonprofit organizations recognized under Section 501(c)(3) and based in or serving a majority of clients from Boston, Cambridge, Chelsea, and/or Somerville. Organizations must have a written nondiscrimination policy covering employees, board members, volunteers, services, and employment decisions, and should demonstrate diverse, representative leadership. One proposal per organization per year is permitted. Applicants denied funding must wait at least two years before reapplying. The Foundation does not generally fund individual day care, family preservation, housing development, medical services, school core educational programs or staff, capital campaigns, or endowments.
The typical Environment foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 40% of Environment foundations actively fund new organizations, and 68% 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 (892), New York (636), Florida (456). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find environment grants for my nonprofit?
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