Grants to USA and Territories state and federally-recognized tribal governments for projects that eliminate or decrease the risk of damage to structures and buildings caused by repeat flooding. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support community ha...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and academic institutions to eliminate or reduce water pollution in qualifying rural areas. Funding is intended to support training and technical assistance to improve the management and planning of solid waste sites.

Grants of up to $75,000 to nonprofits, conservation districts, county weed districts, and MSU extensions for projects to mitigate noxious weeds. Applicants for certain grants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is available for research, local cooperative, and education and development projects. Grant app...

Grants to USA and Territories nonprofit organizations to provide training and technical assistance to rural and Tribal communities in order to improve their garbage disposal and water systems. Funding is intended to assist grantees in identifying and evaluating solutions to waste disposal and water problems in rural areas,...

Grants of up to $80,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations for archaeological explorations that shed light on current climatic and environmental issues. Funding is intended to gather and analyze archaeological information related to paleoenvironmental and paleoclimatological explorations that h...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs to support volunteer staff members carrying out a broad range of community services. State applicants must contact state commissions prior to applying, and applicants from South Dakota must contact the Funding Source. Grants are intended to engage...

Grants to Montana government agencies, clubs, and private associations for the development, restoration, and maintenance of recreational trails. Eligible projects include urban trail development, trail-related safety and educational projects, development of trailside facilities, restoration of areas damaged by use, and fro...

Grants ranging from $20,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and educational institutions to build community capacity to protect natural resources. Funding is intended to support a range of local partnerships working to enhance water quality, watersheds, and the species and habitats t...

Grants to Oregon and California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special districts, schools, and universities for projects that restore salmon habitats in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit a pre-proposal prior to the full proposal. Funding is intended to support the planning, design, and moni...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, commercial for-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and state, local, and tribal governments for activities that restore marine and coastal habitats, increase fish populations, and further species recovery. A pre-proposal must be submitted prior to t...

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.

Grants to USA and Territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, for-profit organizations, tribes, and educational institutions to dispose, remove, and assess marine litter around and in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and the Northern Marianas Islands coastal communities as a result of Typhoon Yutu and...

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico PreK-12 classroom teachers and informal educators for professional development in geographic literacy through field-based experiences abroad. Fellows will participate in a life-changing expedition that will expand their teaching practice, develop leadership capabilities, and enha...

Grants to USA nonprofits, IHEs, hospitals, agencies, and tribes for research to improve and develop technologies to prevent excess nutrients from entering waterways where they cause environmental damage. Funding is intended for research that will curb and reverse the growing concern of harmful algal blooms, which have both...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, state government agencies, local and municipal governments, Indian tribes, and educational institutions for projects that restore hardwood forests and wetlands in eligible regions. Funding is intended to improve the wildlife, water quality, and water connectivity of the Lower Mississi...

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 intended for on-the-ground restoration and conservation projects that make a significant impact on the National Forest System. Projects sh...

Grants to USA and Japan nonprofit organizations for initiatives, exchanges, and studies related to US-Japan policy. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. The purpose of this program is to respond to policy-related needs as identified by practitioners and experts in the US-Japan policy studie...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and Canada small and medium-sized farmers and aggregators to implement sustainability practices that will improve environmental impact and ensure the availability and safety of produce in the market. Funding is intended to help local farms upgrade operations, invest in food safety, and implem...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 to USA nonprofits for advertising campaigns that further the cause of wildland preservation. Priority will be given to projects that are likely to have immediate and measurable on wildland ecosystem restoration and conservation over those that are purely educational.

Prizes ranging from $300 to $1,800 to USA, Canada, and International individuals or teams of two to three people ages 13-24 to present innovative solutions to one of nine global challenges, as identified by the United Nations. Groups must brainstorm and submit original ideas. Finalists will be asked to write a one-minute c...

Grants of up to $20,000 to Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Montana, California, Nevada, Utah and Wyoming tribes, educational institutions, and tribal organizations for tribal education programs within the funding source’s service area. Funding is intended to support programs for youth that advance science, technology, enginee...

Grants of $250 and in-kind donations of gardening supplies to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, schools, and youth programs for new or expanded gardening programs for children and youth. Funding is intended for programs to educate students about gardening and enhance the quality of life for youth and their commu...

Competition for USA, Canada, and International teams of students in IHEs for innovative business startup initiatives that have a positive impact on the environment. The purpose of the competition is to award a global startup prize for new and transformative business models that improve the environment with every sale.

Grants ranging from $15,000 to $50,000 to USA state historic preservation offices, certified local governments, and tribal, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian organizations for the inventory, survey, and designation of historic properties and landmarks. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several we...

Grants of up to $2,000 to Gallatin County, Montana nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit local youth. Priority funding is intended for proposals that are developed by and positively impact youth in the community. Applications that address needs in the following areas are encouraged: Health and Human Services; P...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and educational institutions for the restoration and management of longleaf pine ecosystems in eligible states. The purpose of this program is to enhance and expand management and restoration efforts across the longleaf pine’s historical range. Funding w...

Fellowships of $60,000 per year to USA and territories master's or doctoral program students at U.S. accredited universities for estuary reserve research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research conducted in a research reserve and should be des...

Competition for USA employees at eligible IHEs to develop projects that increase sustainability in college campuses. Prize money is intended for the implementation of the project, and winners may receive up to $10,000. Support is given to initiatives that create positive social, economic, or environmental impacts on campus...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA and territories, Mexico, and Haiti community organizations for programs that promote social justice. While funding is primarily provided for general operating support to organizations with missions that align with the funding sources priorities, specific projects and programs will also be sup...

Grants ranging from $100 to $750 to USA, Canada, and International organizations for community events related to the study of birds. Events include participation in a citizen science project. Priority will be given to organizations that work with under-resourced and underserved communities. Events combine the study of bird...

Grants of up to $2,500 to Montana schools for field trips to an outdoor conservation and recreation education center located in Helena. Field trips are for students attending grades 4-12 at schools located 50 miles or more from Helena. Funding is intended to support lodging and transportation expenses.

Grants starting at $50,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, educational and environmental agencies, colleges and universities, and noncommercial educational broadcasting agencies for environmental education activities. Applicants are advised that registration required to apply may take at least one month to ...

Grants to USA and Territories nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and tribes to support the acquisition and preservation of forestlands. Projects involve private forests under threat of conversion to non-forest purposes that offer recreational opportunities and public access, protect wildlife habitat and wa...

In-kind grants of cloud computing resources to USA, Canada, and International individuals affiliated with nonprofits, IHEs, government entities, or companies for projects that promote environmental sustainability. Funding is intended for projects that align with at least one of four areas of interest: agriculture, climate ...

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, tribal governments, and tribal organizations to address environmental and public health issues impacting underserved communities. The long-term goals of the program are to help strengthen communities with concerns related to environmental justice and to create self-sus...

Grants to Montana nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and projects that improve economic vitality and strengthen communities in the West Yellowstone and Hebgen Lake Basin. Funding is intended for the areas of arts and culture, basic human needs, education, economic development, natural resources, c...

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual scientist or group of scientists to recognize outstanding research contributions to the field of environmental sustainability. Nominations are accepted for scientists specializing in a broad range of disciplines relating to the environment and sustainability. The nominee'...

Fellowships to USA K-12 teachers to work with leading scientists on conservation research projects. The fellowship is summer outdoor experience that provides teachers with new knowledge and perspective to share with their students. Fellows will participate in collecting data on climate change, ecology, wildlife, and more. ...

Fellowships of $6,000 to USA, Canada, and International conservation professionals to attend a one-month training program at a university in Washington State. The program curriculum will be taught by a faculty of international experts who will work closely with fellows to explore new methods of applying market-based approa...

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, lawyers, and law firms for a case involved in civil or human rights, economic justice, or environmental justice. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. Funding is usually intended for one particular case, but occasionally ...

Awards to USA and territories K-12 public school teachers to recognize outstanding contributions to environmental education. Applications are invited from teachers who use innovative methods and approaches in teaching environmental concepts, and present the environment as a context for learning for their students.

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations and public educational institutions in eligible regions to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support programs and services in the areas of arts and culture, environment, education, and civic engagement.

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA nonprofits and schools for youth-led projects that employ technology to address environmental issues. Funding is intended for direct expenses and to purchase materials required to implement the project. Eligible projects will integrate technology to achieve innovative or greater environmental ...

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.

Grants ranging from $100 to $500 to Montana conservation districts, schools, and other organizations for environmental education programs for young people and adults. Please note that all projects must be sponsored by the conservation district. Funding is intended to support projects focusing on natural resources and conse...

Grants of up to $20,000 to Montana conservation districts for the implementation of a broad range of projects to protect natural resources. Qualifying projects must be part of a conservation district plan and must demonstrate a conservation and public benefit.

Grants of up to $10,000 to Montana conservation districts to increase the districts' capacity to plan, develop, and implement conservation activities. Requests can be made to cover additional work hours and salaries of employees, travel expenses, or supplies needed to plan and implement new programs, organize outreach effo...

Grants to USA and territories approved coastal administration agencies for the development of innovative projects that will further their goals and strategies. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for projects addressing coastal hazard mitigation, ocean ...

In-kind grants of resource kits to USA educators, schools, and nonprofit organizations in the contiguous states for environmental education programming. Kits include projects, materials, and activities for learning about the themes of water resources, soil and decomposition, renewable energy, and pollination. Kits are desi...

Award to recognize a USA, Canada, or International individual Jewish leader under the age of 50 who has made a significant, tangible, and positive global impact. Individuals may be nominated for achievements in any field, including the environment, genetics, medical education, public education, humanitarian relief, human r...