Prizes of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International architects, urban planners, engineers, landscape architects, designers, and students for designing an energy efficient recreation center on a California university campus. All applicants must first register before the final deadline. The purpose of this competition ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs to support volunteer staff members carrying out a broad range of community services. National applicants must consult with state commisions prior to applying. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take at least three to four week...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, universities, and tribes for projects and initiatives that improve outdoor experiences and the health of public forests and grasslands. Funding is available for on-the-ground restoration and conservation projects that yield an immediate and quantifiable impact on the National Forest S...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to USA and territories libraries, agencies, schools, and nonprofits for improvements to rural and small libraries. Funding is intended for enhancements of school libraries at all educational levels, improving digital access and education at libraries, and engaging communities in the c...

Grants of $200 to Northern Cook County, Illinois schools, park districts, and churches offering formal preschool programs in eligible areas. Funding is intended for new or established early childhood programs in one of the Fund's member communities that focus on recycling as a means of reducing waste. Funds can be be used ...

Grant of $5,000 or grant of $7,000 to a USA individual or couple to steward a land management program in Magdalena, New Mexico. The program will include water conservation and fire control. Free accommodations will be provided to the grant recipient. Grant recipients will live on site in a canyon above the small town o...

Award of $6,000 to a USA K-12 teacher to recognize exceptional leadership in geoscience education. Teachers that are eligible for nomination should have full-time teaching experience for at least three years and be currently teaching about natural resources for at least one unit per year. Teachers who include subjects rele...

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International researchers, 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 the research and conservation of a speci...

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 of $3,000 and grants of $5,000 to USA and Canada grassroots groups, tribes, and First Nations organizations for projects that strive to mitigate the negative impacts of mining. Projects that aim to protect the ecosystems, environment, community health, and cultural resources from mining impacts will be given prefere...

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 of $250 to Champaign County, Illinois educators to provide their students with environmental education opportunities. Possible uses of funds include books, classroom equipment, outdoor learning areas, guest speakers, professional development, and field trips. Creativity is encouraged.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International academic and research institutions for research and empirical studies assessing the health effects of actions taken to improve air quality. A preliminary application must be submitted before applying. Funding may be used for larger studies or for smaller-scale methods development st...

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, colleges, and universities to promote the use of renewable energy technologies that are not yet commonly used in the state. Applicants are requested to contact the Fund before applying. Incentives will be determined on a case-by-case basis for the follo...

Grants of up to $40,000 to Illinois nonprofit environmental and conservation organizations for organizational capacity building projects. Funding is intended for projects that increase the capacity of nonprofits that protect wildlife habitat and natural areas in Illinois. The purpose of this program is to strengthen and ex...

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and IHEs for collaborative initiatives in conservation planning. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Consideration will be given to public and private collaborations that identify significant wildlife habitat and natural areas and develo...

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to purchase land for conservation and restoration purposes. For proposals involving larger purchases or wetlands, contact program staff prior to applying. Preference will be given to projects that involve the outright purchase of land. The Foundation ...

Grants of up to $40,000 to Illinois K-12 public schools and nonprofits providing educational services for hands-on wind energy programs. Funding is intended to teach students about math, science, technology, and the environment in an experiential way. Specifically, funding is provided to install 1-5 kW wind turbines at Ill...

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, colleges, universities, and local government agencies to install solar thermal systems throughout the state. The Foundation has supported installations that provide clean energy in community centers, fire stations, schools, and other facilities. Projects should: -Complement...

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), ...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals for noteworthy contributions to the field of animal conservation. This award program is intended to recognize and reward conservationists who have promoted the sustainability of an animal species or group of species with significant long-term scientific impact. The In...

Grants typically of $6,000 to USA organizations and individuals for activities that strengthen local communities and protect the environment in small but meaningful ways. The Foundation seeks to improve the lives of a diverse spectrum of people in need of assistance through projects that enrich groups and organizations, an...

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 $1,750 to USA independent unfunded researchers to study underresearched areas of military history at a military heritage center located in Pennsylvania. Funding is intended to cover expenses such as meals, lodging, travel expenses, and photocopying. The Army Heritage Center Foundation LTC John William Wh...

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 to USA nonprofit institutions and public entities for the preservation of film materials. Funding is intended for new lab work involved in preserving film materials of historical and cultural significance, which were created in the United States or by U.S. citizens living abroad. Eligi...

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...

Grants to Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and South Carolina nonprofit organizations to improve public access to collections that highlight the unique culture, heritage, and history of eligible communities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Eligible communities include the Chicago region counties of Il...

Grants generally ranging between $10,000 and $50,000 to Great Lakes Region, USA nonprofit organizations, museums, wildlife centers, zoos, and educational institutions for programs that improve the well-being of animals. Grant applicants are asked to contact staff and to submit a letter of inquiry. Funding is intended to pr...

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...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and universities to promote wildlife conservation and protection. Program areas broadly include habitat protection, species research, animal rescue and rehabilitation, and conservation education. ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and institutions for programs, projects, and research that focus on the Earth Sciences. Applicants must submit an LOI at least four to six weeks before the deadline. The funding source's overall mission is to aid and contribute to scientific achievement resulting in a clearer understan...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research institutions for studies addressing sustainability in solid waste management practices. Applications related to certain topics are required to request approval at least two weeks prior to the deadline. Research topic areas include recycling, waste minimization, conversion t...

Grants to Chicago, Illinois, nonprofits for projects that focus on environmental sustainability, education, social and cultural opportunities for underserved communities, health and wellness, and access to jobs for youth and adults. A letter of intent must be submitted prior to applying. Competitive applicants will be a...

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 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 to Illinois nonprofit, public charities and public institutions for land acquisition and preservation projects. Funding is intended to help ensure the permanent protection and long-term stewardship of Illinois' most vital lands, and build support for projects and conservation among public, private, and nonprofit or...

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 ...

Grants to nonprofit organizations, schools, and public municipalities in multiple states for programs in education, the environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment. Eligible locations can be found in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kent...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects related to ocean conservation, with a focus on supporting marine protected areas (MPAs) and sustainable fishing. Funds may be used for scientific research, to prepare policy analysis, to support management, or to aid in public co...

Grants starting at $1,000 to USA government agencies and nonprofits 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. The National Park Service (NPS) ...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, tribes, and district organizations to develop and implement regional economic development plans and strategies, with an emphasis on economically distressed areas. Applicants are advised to create or verify the required registrations well in a...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofits to support projects that address the needs of the American art field and are pivotal to its development. Successful projects include, but are not limited to, digitization, permanent collection reinstallations, and archives of American art material.

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for charitable programs and projects that focus on the areas of education, social services, community and economic development, and the environment. The funding source considers requests for operating, program, capital, or endowm...

Grants to USA nonprofits, IHEs, and secondary and elementary schools for programs in communities where the funding source does business. Programs may fall in the areas of STEM education, especially nontraditional programs, the interaction between people, buildings, and the environment, and local community development. ...

Grants and in-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for programs and services that focus on the areas of education and marine conservation. Funding will be provided in the form of cash grants or as in-kind cruise donations to to be used for fundraising purposes.

Grants to USA nonprofits and agencies, including public schools and parks, in areas where the funding source does business for programs that help build stronger communities by encouraging employee involvement, working with area schools, and supporting environmental stewardship. Eligible areas include communities in the ...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofits and schools to build sustainable schoolyard gardens to emphasize the values of education, volunteerism, and care for the environment. Funding is intended to foster a culture of giving and partner with local leaders to build stronger, supportive communities. The Foundation invests in p...

Grants to USA organizations for programs in the areas of natural resource preservation, land and water conservation, environmental sustainability, and efforts to establish a sustainable population. In Southwest Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh, grants are also awarded to local organizations addressing environmental and conserv...