Grants to USA colleges, universities, and nonprofits engaged in educational or research activities to support early-career faculty members who demonstrate a strong potential to advance science and academia. This award is given to faculty who are likely to serve as academic role models in research and education and to lead ...

Grants to USA organizations and non-federal agencies for research related to the effects of human activities on Gulf Coast ecosystems. Applicants must submit an LOI before applying. Funding is intended to support projects that will inform management actions and decision-making in the region. The Gulf Research Program (G...

Grants to USA and territories colleges and universities to offer quality undergraduate and graduate degree tracks that will strengthen the Nation’s agricultural and food-related professional and scientific workforce. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take as long as two weeks to complete. Purpose...

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit, university, and conservation organizations for conservation programs that protect worldwide habitats and wildlife. Highest priority will go to projects that demonstrate a multi-disciplinary approach to biodiversity and ecosystem conservation, such as field...

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 USA, Canada, and International scientists and other experts representing eligible countries for collaborative science and research projects to address security across a broad range of sectors. Funding focuses on current security challenges, including cyber security, environmental concerns, terrorism, defense agai...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations working to protect natural resources, strengthen communities and the food system, and enhance public health. Applications are invited from both small and mid-sized organizations for either specific projects or general operating support. Priority is given to applicants that address ...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International independent filmmakers for film projects that align with the themes of empowerment, social justice, and cultural exchange. Funding is available to both novice and experienced filmmakers for all stages of development, including development, production, post-production, as well as fil...

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs representing any business model, including both nonprofits and for-profits, for creative interventions to end poverty on a mass scale. The funding will be used to launch a pilot of the proposed program in any region of the world where extreme poverty e...

Grants to USA, Canada, and Western Europe investigators for research on improving the assessment of long-term exposure to outdoor air pollutants. A preliminary application must be submitted before applying. Areas of interest include modeling approaches to exposure assessment and harnessing novel measurement technologies. ...

Grants to USA and territories tribal governments to develop, initiate, and implement programs that conserve wildlife and their natural habitat, including species of traditional or tribal cultural importance. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations before applying. Species that are not to be hunted or fish...

Grants to Warren County, New Jersey municipalities and qualified charitable conservancies for preservation and recreational purposes. In general, eligible projects include the acquisition of farmland for farmland preservation purposes; the acquisition of lands for recreation and conservation purposes; and the acquisition o...

Grants to USA and territories local governments, nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and public housing authorities to develop and implement plans to transform distressed neighborhoods. Required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding may be used for Planning Grants or Planning and Action Grants. ...

In-Kind Grants of $200 gift cards to USA individuals and community, school, and nonprofit groups for youth-led community service projects. Funding is intended to support service campaigns for animals, people, and the environment. Successful applications will demonstrate elements of service learning, youth leadership, and c...

Grants to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Camden, New Jersey organizations for projects that improve and increase access to public spaces and parks, especially in low or moderate income communities. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for parks, libraries, recreation ce...

Grants to Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, and New York organizations for a broad range of projects that protect the Delaware River watershed. Applicants should submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Funding may be requested for research, science, and data collection, as well as initiatives that engage th...

Grants to Morris County, New Jersey municipalities and qualifying nonprofit conservancies for the acquisition and preservation of land and open spaces. Eligible projects involve land or water areas designated for conservation and recreational purposes, as well as sites of historic significance. The following acquisitio...

Residencies in Upstate New York to USA, Canada, and International professional documentarians, journalists, and nonfiction writers. The funding source is particularly interested in supporting the most critical, current issues, including, but not limited to: democracy and governance; education; environment and climate chang...

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Jersey grassroots organizations for projects that protect the Highlands region’s cultural and natural resources. Projects may be related to the development of a strong regional plan, cultural and environmental protection efforts, capacity building, conservation awareness, and mitigating deve...

Grants to Newark, New Jersey nonprofit organizations for programs to improve and strengthen the local community, as well as for projects to protect the environment throughout the State. First-time applicants must submit a Letter of Intent. Funding is intended for programs that align with the following areas of focus: educa...

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 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 ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 to USA small law firms, private attorneys, and nonprofits providing legal services to strengthen justice in the areas of poverty law, environmental justice, and civil and human rights. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Areas of focus ...

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 $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to develop new or use existing tech-powered tools that will encourage students and citizens to learn about the planet. Funded projects must be be innovative, bold, and transformative. Funding is intended for innovative use of or development of data-d...

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 nonprofit organizations for media projects to raise awareness of important political, social, and environmental issues. Funding is intended to support a high-quality, non-commercial media that is substantive, fair, and accurate. Program priorities include investigative journalism, media policy, and public bro...

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, materials recovery facilities, and for-profit organizations to initiate a plastics recycling program in local communities throughout the country. Funding and technical assistance are intended to support the Funding Source's new innovative progr...

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA nonprofits and schools for youth-led projects that employ technology to solve environment-related issues. Projects should help encourage students and educators to find creative ways to use technology in order to achieve greater or innovative environmental outcomes. ecoTech Grants support ...

Grants ranging from $500 to $2,500 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for youth-oriented projects that promote environmental stewardship. Funding is intended to support youth-led, solution-oriented activities that result in genuine environmental outcomes in a school or a community. The goals of these grants are ...

In-kind grants to USA educators, schools, and nonprofits in the 48 contiguous states to provide students with hands-on science, technology, and environmental learning opportunities. Formal and informal educators may request one of four learning kits from the funding source. Each kit is designed to engage students in projec...

Grants to USA Tribal governments and nonprofits and grants to California nonprofits and K-12 schools and school districts in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for community services. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of health, education, special projects, and economic and community development. San Manu...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International governmental units, agencies, organizations, fire departments, and fire brigades for a wide range of fire preparedness, prevention, and control efforts, including arson prevention, fire investigation, training and education programs related to fire prevention, and pre-fire planning....

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies for activities that benefit communities across a broad range of areas, with an emphasis on geographic locations where family members of the Funding Source reside. Request summaries are due prior to the submission of full proposals. Priority areas include arts, c...

Grants ranging from $20,000 to $75,000 to USA nonprofits, public school districts, and private and public elementary and secondary schools for children's and youth education programs, specifically in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), the environment, job training, and literacy. For t...

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 of up to $5,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations and government agencies for the development and promotion of heritage tourism destinations. Proposals that develop partnerships and linkages among cultural, environmental, and historic resources are encouraged. These technical assistance grants may be used to...

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 New Jersey nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit the residents of the City of Plainfield, Borough of North Plainfield, and vicinity. Funding is intended to support services and projects in the areas of education, social services, health, religion, environment, the arts, and the welfare of animals. ...

Grants to Mercer County, New Jersey nonprofit organizations to address local community needs. Program areas include education, human welfare, arts and culture, and civic enhancement. The Foundation is committed to improving the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to prepare individuals for economic ind...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and universities for scholarly research on public policy issues that impact on the personal and economic liberties of the nation's citizens. Funding is intended to support scholarship resulting in the publication of policy papers, journal articles, and books. The Foundation will also f...

Grants ranging from $100 to $500 to Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Louisiana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and Texas K-12 teachers for classroom projects in communities where the funding source has a business presence. Examples of requests include field trips, literacy efforts, and incentives for student performance. ...

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 of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies to ensure the future of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riding. Funding is available to local, state, and national organizations working to preserve trail access and promote safe and responsible riding. Organizations can apply for either monetary gran...

Grants ranging between $5,000 and $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and academic or research institutions for projects that will advance and safeguard the organic industry and the livelihood of organic farmers. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. This fund provides a way fo...

Grants ranging from $500 to $1,500 per region to USA nonprofit organizations in eligible East Coast states for programs that provide youth with outdoor experiences. Eligible states include the Southeast states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West...

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...