Community and Environment Grants
GrantID: 2535
Grant Funding Amount Low: $500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $250,000
Summary
These funding opportunities offer support for community-oriented projects that promote learning, restoration, personal well-being, and local environmental benefits. It is designed for organizations that wish to create or expand activities that bring people together, strengthen neighborhoods, and encourage outdoor engagement. The funds are available to groups working in select regions, primarily within one state and its surrounding watershed areas, and may include schools, community organizations, nonprofits, local agencies, and groups serving specific populations. In some cases, individuals or small organizations that partner with an eligible entity may also participate.
The grants generally range from a few thousand dollars up to more substantial awards such as $40,000, $50,000, $100,000, and occasionally higher for larger multi-year or capacity-building projects. Smaller community-focused opportunities may offer amounts closer to $5,000, intended for short-term activities or introductory projects. Funding can support a wide variety of uses such as outdoor learning, local restoration efforts, tree planting, community engagement, organizational strengthening, environmental justice initiatives, and programs that introduce participants to nature or conservation work. Some opportunities focus on underserved communities, while others aim to build stronger local organizations or expand access to environmental education.
Eligibility depends on the type of project and the community served. Many opportunities are open to nonprofit organizations, community associations, schools, and public agencies. Certain programs may support groups that serve a particular population, such as residents of overburdened communities or individuals seeking workforce training related to environmental fields. Small businesses are sometimes eligible when they participate in broader community projects, and some programs encourage first-time applicants or new organizations.
The grants are intended to help create healthier communities, expand environmental awareness, strengthen local leadership, and support activities that improve natural spaces. Projects can take place in various counties, municipalities, or watershed regions within the eligible state, allowing organizations to address local needs while contributing to long-term community and environmental resilience.
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