Environmental Justice Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 680 Environmental Justice Grants — 64 open right now, across 109 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is October 22, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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680total grants
64open now
109agencies
$1K–$5Bfunding range
Oct 22next deadline
OPEN 26 days left Hard to apply

Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Colorado Plateau Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)

U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS), Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center (NOROCK), is offering a funding opportunity to improve assessments of floodplain connectivity and riverscape health. Current approaches to identify floodplain connectivity across…

🏛 Geological Survey 📋 CFDA 15.808 ⏰ Nov 14, 2026 💰 $1 – $90,000
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OPEN 30 days left Hard to apply

DARRP Restoration Implementation Grants (2026)

The principal objective of the Damage Assessment, Remediation and Restoration Program (DARRP) Restoration Implementation Grants is for NOAA to collaborate with non-federal partners to implement marine…

🏛 DOC NOAA - ERA Production 📋 CFDA 11.463 ⏰ Nov 18, 2026 💰 $2,500,000 – $100,000,000
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OPEN 58 days left Hard to apply

Community Forest Conservation Round 4

Community Forest Conservation Round 4 is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program funding is…

🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ⏰ Dec 16, 2026
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OPEN 59 days left Moderate to apply

HRE Round 52 Grants for River Education

HRE Round 52 Grants for River Education is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program…

🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ⏰ Dec 17, 2026
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OPEN 59 days left Moderate to apply

HRE Round 51 Local Stewardship Planning

HRE Round 51 Local Stewardship Planning is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program funding…

🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ⏰ Dec 17, 2026
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OPEN 59 days left Hard to apply

HRE Round 50 Tributary Restoration and Resiliency

HRE Round 50 Tributary Restoration and Resiliency is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program…

🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ⏰ Dec 17, 2026
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OPEN Hard to apply

Solid Waste Management Grant Program

Funds may be used to: (a) Provide technical assistance and/or training to reduce the solid waste stream through reduction, recycling, and reuse. (b) Provide training to…

🏛 Rural Utilities Service 📋 CFDA 10.762 ⏰ Dec 31, 2026 💰 up to $1,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many environmental justice grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 680 environmental justice grants, of which 64 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 October 22, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for environmental justice grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but environmental justice grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, Tribal Nation and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $5B, 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, 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

Environmental justice grants support initiatives addressing pollution, health disparities, and resource access in underserved communities. With 680 active grants listed, this category attracts significant federal investment from agencies like the U.S. National Science Foundation and Fish and Wildlife Service, reflecting the government's commitment to equitable environmental outcomes.

Most awards range from $45,000 to $1.2 million, with competitive applications comprising 68% of funding opportunities. Public universities, nonprofits, and state agencies are primary recipients, focusing on research, program implementation, and capacity building. Filtering by recipient type and demographic focus—particularly Tribal Lands and rural communities—helps identify the most relevant opportunities for your organization.