These foundations have a track record of funding environment work in New Jersey, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Live programs funding environment in New Jersey that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 4 days (Jun 30, 2026)Award: $5K – $50K
Who can apply: Must be a 501(c)(3) public charity, serve greater Morris County, NJ, have an active nondiscrimination policy for employees and services, and submit all required documentation (EIN, leadership contact info, board list, 2 years financials or reviewed statements, current and prior year budgets, project budget and funding sources, grant request narrative).
Vision research infrastructureOphthalmology departmentsCapacity building
Who can apply: Department of Ophthalmology; intended for newly emerging eye research programs and recently appointed department chairs at non-grantee ophthalmology departments at university-connected medical schools.
nature conservancywildlife conservationland preservation+3 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a charitable organization described in Section 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1), 509(a)(2), or 509(a)(3). The foundation funds organizations that preserve, care for, and benefit wildlife and the world's natural resources. It gives highest priority to direct conservation and science-based conservation activities. Wildlife rehabilitation not focused on threatened or endangered species will not be funded, and organizations whose primary focus is advocacy or litigation are not funded.
climate and energytoxics and wasteclean water+4 more
Who can apply: Only organizations with 501(c)(3) status or a fiscal sponsor may submit inquiries. The committee does not consider capital projects, easements, local watersheds/conservancies/land trusts, direct legislative lobbying, or international NGOs.
Human Services & Society BenefitEducation (K-12 & Early Childhood)Health+2 more
Who can apply: Must be a nonprofit organization with valid 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status classified as a public charity (not a private foundation under Sections 509(a)(1) or (2)). Previous grantees must have submitted grant reports before a new proposal will be considered. The Foundation does not make grants for operating support, endowment, special events, sponsorships, annual fundraising campaigns, or through fiscal sponsors or agents.
Carrying CapacityLocal EnvironmentLocal Community+5 more
Who can apply: For projects not previously funded by Colcom Foundation. LOIs are accepted on a rolling basis; approved LOIs receive an invitation to submit a full Grant Application. Grant applications require a recent 990, recent audited financials or equivalent, itemized project budget, and KPI table.
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