Environment Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 156 Environment Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) — 8 open right now, across 56 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $550M. The next application deadline is July 17, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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156total grants
8open now
56agencies
$1K–$550Mfunding range
Jul 17next deadline
OPEN 46 days left Moderate to apply

Illinois Public Radio and Television

IAC grant funds enable the people of Illinois to have access to locally operated Public Radio and Television stations that provide unique services to their communities,…

🏛 Illinois Arts Council Agency ⏰ Aug 31, 2026 💰 $6,000 – $600,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

RESTORE Act Centers of Excellence Research Grants Program

Treasury is publishing multiple funding opportunity notices for its RESTORE Act grant programs. This announcement applies only to the Centers of Excellence Research Grants Program.Trust Fund…

🏛 U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program 📋 CFDA 21.015 ⏰ Oct 31, 2026 💰 $5,710,210 – $14,518,510
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Frequently asked questions

How many environment grants for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 156 environment grants for colleges (all higher ed), of which 8 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is July 17, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $550M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse environment grants for colleges (all higher ed), view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Environment Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

A striking feature of environmental grants for higher education institutions is their minimal cost-sharing requirement—just 9% of awards demand institutional matching funds, making these opportunities particularly accessible. 6,385 active grants in this category are led by the U.S. National Science Foundation, with additional support from the Geological Survey and Washington Headquarters Services, positioning colleges to pursue ambitious environmental research and initiatives with reduced financial barriers.

Environmental grants for colleges typically range from $500,000 to $7.5 million, with 73% awarded through competitive application processes that reward rigorous proposals. Most funding supports research, capacity building, and program development across multi-year cycles. To refine your search, filter by research support type to identify grants emphasizing scientific investigation over infrastructure alone.