Grants of up to $3,000 to Virginia nonprofits and agencies in Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Orange to support environmental change. Funding is intended to encourage people to adopt sustainable daily life habits. The Eco-Living Fund supports efforts to st...

Grants starting at $50,000 to New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for the preservation of freshwater fish and bird habitat in designated areas of the Appalachia region. Funding is intended for projects that enhance fo...

Grants to USA nonprofits, government agencies, and IHEs for digital humanities projects. Funding is intended for digital projects at any stage of development from the start-up phase, implementation, and long-term sustainability. In honor of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the USA, projects focused on the Declaration of I...

Grant to USA researchers to develop a framework for increasing resilience in water, stormwater, and wastewater infrastructures. Researchers will conduct a literature review, discuss the impact of disaster events on water utilities, and suggest a framework to use in developing infrastructure resilience plans. This projec...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International individual researchers and research groups, as well as officers and board members of eligible organizations to support wildlife conservation research. Applicants are required to submit an initial inquiry prior to submitting a full proposal. Proposals should focus on...

Grants starting at $1,000 to USA state and local government agencies for the acquisition and preservation of Civil War battlefield sites. Funding is intended to help communities purchase land through fee simple methods, or acquire a protective interest in eligible land through easements. Grants must be used to acquire ...

Grants to Nelson County, Virginia nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs that address community needs. Focus areas may include, but are not limited to, education, human services, environment, health, and community development. Consideration will be given to projects that have a significant potential i...

Grant to a USA nonprofit organization for an innovative project that uses technology to address water issues such as stormwater and wastewater. Eligible projects will benefit the public at large. Projects may be located outside the USA if they have considerable benefit to the United States. When partnering with an orga...

In-kind support to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribes, government agencies, and citizen groups for projects related to outdoor recreation and natural resources conservation. Applicants must contact the appropriate regional office before submitting an application. The National Park Service – Rivers, T...

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International conservationists to research any threatened or poorly known plant, animal, and fungus species. Priority will be given to species facing a high risk of extinction, especially endangered and critically endangered species, as well as species with limited information av...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for a wide variety of environmental and community programs and projects. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support projects in many fields of endeavor, including but not limited to, envir...

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations and qualified tribal and governmental agencies, including public school systems, for programs and projects that benefit low and moderate-income individuals and families. Funding is intended to support a wide range of projects that keep local communities strong, diverse, and vibra...

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations to benefit DC metropolitan region communities, with an emphasis on the underserved. Program areas include community services, arts and humanities, health, environment, and education. The Foundation seeks to respond to community needs and issues. The F...

Grants averaging $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and academic insitutions for projects that contribute to research on improving public health, facilitating food distribution, and preserving natural resources. Funding is specifically intended to be used to support lower-income countries in ...

Grants to South Hampton Roads, Virginia nonprofit organizations for programming, seed funding, and capital support. Focus areas include culture, health and wellness, economic stability, education, and environment. The following grants are available at specific times of the year: Community Grants for Cultural Vitalit...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career individuals for projects in the fields of conservation, research, storytelling, education, and technology. This program offers less experienced individuals an opportunity to lead a project. National Geographic Society funded projects shoul...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International experienced project leaders for projects in the areas of education, conservation, storytelling, research, or technology. Proposals are expected to demonstrate successful completion of similar projects with tangible and measurable results. National Geo...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and Mexico middle school educators to increase environmental and cultural understanding among students. Funding is intended for projects in formal and informal educational settings that prepare students to look after their planet. National Geographic Society funded projects should be...

Grants to USA nonprofits to address environmental issues, specifically the protection of clean drinking water resources, as well as efforts to challenge the development of natural gas use and infrastructure in New York State. Funding is intended for projects that promote enforceable water policies and that advance cleaner ...

Grants to USA nonprofits for a broad range of animal welfare and protection programs, projects, and activities of national interest. Funding is intended to support comprehensive, creative, solution-based models that lead to systemic change, that help to reduce suffering, and that promote a more compassionate society. T...

Grant to a USA nonprofit organization to support environmental sustainability programs. Funding is intended for new or current activities that would measurably reduce the effects of global warming through climate communication and education, direct carbon avoidance, corporate engagement, and other initiatives. The Next...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that promote an inclusive, just, and vibrant Jewish community. A letter of inquiry is required prior to submission of a full application. The Foundation is currently focusing its grantmaking efforts on initiatives and organizations that are national in scope. Applica...

Grant to a USA or territories city, county, township, or special district government of a small community (under 50,000 residents) to renovate traditional or historic Main Street areas or business districts. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to replac...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International early career scientists, conservationists, and educators who are within five years of receiving their degree, for projects on marine biology. A preliminary application is required prior to the submission of the full proposal. Funding is intended to support innovativ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to use artificial intelligence to address current environmental issues. Funding is intended to support projects that develop and deploy open source machine learning models, algorithms, and data sets that directly tackle environmental...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 to USA nonprofits, local climbing and conservation organizations, government agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that enhance or preserve climbing access. The purpose of funding is to conserve the national climbing environment. Applicants who have not been previously fun...

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations and qualifying individuals to enhance the quality of life for residents of Charlottesville and neighboring counties. Funding is intended to support programs that strive to eliminate environmental and social problems before they occur. Preference will be given to high impact ideas ...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits for environmental education initiatives, access to clean water and energy for underserved areas, and developing sustainable and innovative technologies. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life in communities around the world. Priority wil...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals, organizations, museums, and historical societies for programs, projects, and activities that promote increased understanding and awareness of Jewish history in the Southern United States. There are three different grant funding opportunities available: 1) The Pr...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $8,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, land managers and agencies, local climbing organizations, and individuals to protect and restore mountain climbing areas. Funding is intended to help create healthy climbing landscapes, empower local climbing communities, and promote respect for climbing ...

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects that advance environmental protection, promote healthy ocean ecosystems, and improve water quality in all geographical areas. Funding is intended for all types of programs and subject areas, but strong priority will be given to projects that improve water ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to promote, preserve, and advance American Indian culture and self-sufficiency. Funding will be provided for programs that focus on the development of American Indian entrepreneurism, facilitating American Indian education (particularly college, graduate, and post-graduate education), ...

Grants typically ranging between $10,000 and $20,000 to USA grassroots organizations for programs that preserve the environment. Funding is intended to assist local activist groups in protecting frontline communities and local habitats. Eligible programs will be original, bold, action-directed, and committed to long-term c...

Grants typically ranging between $15,000 and $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations that use film and media as part of a campaign tool to promote environmental activism. Funding is intended to support campaigns that inspire audiences to become environmental activists through film and media. P...

Grants starting at $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for environmental sustainability initiatives to improve ocean health. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that meet challenges faced by the marine and sailing industries. Eligible projects will promote the adoption of clean ...

Grants ranging from $1,500 to $15,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits, universities, museums, civic institutions, and trade publishers for financial assistance to produce and publish non-fiction books. Funding is intended for publications on the subjects of art, architecture and design; cultural history, the c...

Grants of up to $50,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations on the Eastern Shore for education, the arts, human services, civic engagement, health, and the environment. Applicants must submit a concept proposal. Highest priority will be given to requests in Accomack and Northampton counties and for specific capital project...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA artists, organizations, foundations, museums, and businesses to promote the arts of the Osage Nation and Native American Culture. This program enables Osage artists, as well as Osage-related arts-oriented organizations, to carry out a wide range of arts activities. Priorities for Funding:...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International investigators affiliated with academic institutions, nonprofit or conservation organizations, or accredited zoos for wildlife conservation efforts. The purpose of this program is to enhance understanding of endangered, threatened, and rare species and their habitats,...

Grants to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs that address a wide variety of needs. The Foundation has a special interest in the areas of health, sciences, spiritual enrichment, community services, cultural arts, higher education, and historical documentation, preservation, and exhib...

Grants to USA organizations in eligible states for operating support or programs that will enhance and preserve the local environment. Applicants who have not been invited to apply must submit a Letter of Interest. Funding is intended for creative projects that will protect the environment in the Pacific Northwest. Fund...

Grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to USA Indigenous-based nonprofit organizations to protect Native lands and water resources against threats to the environment and their cultural vitality. Funding is intended for Native-led actions against unwanted development, incursions, and extractive industries as well as threats to...

Grants ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 and grants of up to $3,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations, IHEs, teachers' institutes, libraries, and museums for public programming in the humanities. Funding is intended for projects that increase public awareness of important issues and enrich the cultural life of the state, su...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for a broad range of charitable initiatives, as well as projects that advance education, culture, and science. Applicants must submit an application 4 to 6 weeks in advance of the deadline. Examples of previously supported organizations include theaters, medical centers, hospitals and ...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support schools; museums, performing arts and cultural programs; hospitals; skills training; educational programs; programming for youth, seniors, and people who are handicapped; environmental and wildlife protection activities; and other programs that...

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA nonprofits in multiple states for programs enhancing communities and the environment. An LOI is required before submitting a full proposal. Priority will be given to programs in Vermont and the Northeast, Colorado, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia but the foundation makes some gra...

Grants to Virginia nonprofits and agencies for specific environmental protection projects that will produce measurable results. Current grant-making priorities include improving water quality and local rivers, innovative land conservation and sustainable land use practices, restoration of the Chesapeake Bay, environmental...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for hands-on educational programs that teach young people about vehicle and boat restoration. Priority will be given to programs that focus on high school and college-age students. Funding is intended to teach the specialized skills and knowledge needed to maintain vintage cars, trucks...

In-kind donations to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and local government agencies that are interested in receiving surplus property no longer needed by the federal government. This program distributes property of all types, with the exception of federal government records, certain naval vessels, and land and o...

Grants to USA nonprofits, government agencies, IHEs, tribes, and district organizations to support economic development, attract private investments, and create jobs in economically distressed regions throughout the country. Grants and cooperative agreements made under these programs are designed to leverage existing ...