Environmental Justice Grants for Nonprofits

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 382 Environmental Justice Grants for Nonprofits — 48 open right now, across 72 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $300M. The next application deadline is June 4, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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382total grants
48open now
72agencies
$1K–$300Mfunding range
Jun 4next deadline
CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (2026)

Proposal applications will be accepted for the types of projects outlined in the solicitation, subject to the funding program criteria. Priority 1 Projects are those that…

🏛 Department of Fish and Wildlife (California) ⏰ Jun 4, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $2,000,000
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CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

Urban Greening 2026

The 2026 Urban Greening Grant Program will solicit Step 1 Concept Proposals (between May 4-June 4) and extend invitations to submit Step 2 Full Proposals in…

🏛 CA Natural Resources Agency (California) ⏰ Jun 4, 2026 💰 $200,000 – $5,000,000
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OPEN 10 days left Moderate to apply

NAS – Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship Grant Program (FY27)

Eligible Recipients are Conservation Land Trusts performing stewardship activities on eligible land. Eligible Lands • Land protected by the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission as a dedicated…

🏛 Illinois Department of Natural Resources ⏰ Jun 12, 2026 💰 $20,000 – $100,000
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OPEN 17 days left Hard to apply

FY 2026 Technical Assistance Information to Communities Grants

Pipeline safety and associated environmental protection are a shared responsibility and informed communities play a vital role in the safety and reliability of pipeline operations. The…

🏛 Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin 📋 CFDA 20.710 ⏰ Jun 19, 2026 💰 $50,000 – $1,000,000
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OPEN 20 days left Moderate to apply

319 Nonpoint Source Management Grants Program

Nonpoint source pollution originates from many sources over widespread areas. When rain or snowmelt runs over the land or through the ground, runoff picks up pollutants.…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection ⏰ Jun 22, 2026
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OPEN 21 days left Moderate to apply

Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program

The fundamental goal of the Program is to support start up costs for bag drop recycling programs in order to increase the California Refund Value (CRV)…

🏛 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (California) ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $2,500,000
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OPEN 21 days left Hard to apply

Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant

The fundamental goal of the Program is to support start-up costs for establishing a recycling center to increase the California Refund Value (CRV) beverage container redemption…

🏛 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (California) ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $3,000,000
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OPEN 21 days left Hard to apply

Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant Program

The fundamental goal of the Program is to support start up costs for bag drop recycling programs in order to increase the California Refund Value (CRV)…

🏛 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (California) ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $2,500,000
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OPEN 21 days left Hard to apply

Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant

The fundamental goal of the Program is to support start-up costs for mobile recycling programs to increase the California Refund Value (CRV) beverage container redemption opportunities…

🏛 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (California) ⏰ Jun 23, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $2,500,000
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OPEN 23 days left Hard to apply

F26AS00007-NAWCA 2026 US Small Grants

The NAWCA U.S. Small Grants Program goal is to promote partnerships between public agencies and groups interested in:Protecting, improving, restoring, and managing an appropriate distribution and…

🏛 Fish and Wildlife Service 📋 CFDA 15.623 ⏰ Jun 25, 2026 💰 $1,000 – $250,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many environmental justice grants for nonprofits are available?
Grantoria currently lists 382 environmental justice grants for nonprofits, of which 48 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 June 4, 2026 — about 2 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 $300M, 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 environmental justice grants for nonprofits, 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 Environmental Justice Grants for Nonprofits

Environmental nonprofits secure funding to restore wetlands, reduce pollution, advance climate resilience projects, and conduct community health research in overburdened neighborhoods. The 5,305 active grants in this category reflect strong support from agencies including the National Institutes of Health and Fish and Wildlife Service, which prioritize work that bridges environmental protection and public health equity.

Most grants follow competitive application processes, with award sizes typically ranging from $40,000 to $575,000. Only 14% require cost-sharing, making these opportunities accessible to smaller organizations. To refine your search, filter by support type—program and capacity-building grants dominate this space and often align closely with nonprofit operational priorities.