Sustainability Grants for Private and Public Interests
Many foundations, organizations and governmental departments fund efforts to create healthy, sustainable communities. Below are just a few to get you started. For a basic overview and more information on how to apply for grants, visit this site.
America In Bloom
AIB/CN EcoConnexions From the Ground Up Grants Program supports collaborative community greening projects that enhance landscapes in communities neighboring CN rail lines.
Captain Planet Foundation
Captain Planet Foundation’s EcoTech Grants were created to combat the notion that students needed to choose between “the screen” or “the green” and to encourage educators and students to explore the role technology can play in designing and implementing solutions to some of our most pressing environmental challenges.
United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The EPA’s Environmental Education (EE) Grants are for the creation of broadening of Environmental Education efforts.
The Home Depot
The Home Depot’s Community Impact Grants support nonprofit organizations and public service agencies that are looking to improve the physical health of their communities.
US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
The HUD Exchange is an online platform for providing program information, guidance, services and tools to community partners, including state and local governments and nonprofit organizations.
Kresge Foundation
The Kresge Foundation works to expand opportunities in America’s cities and provides grants intended for civic leaders to address urban sustainability, climate change resilience, and sustainable water management.
Patagonia
Patagonia’s Environmental Grants and Support support environmental organizations with bold, direct-action agendas and a commitment to long-term change.
Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo’s Environmental Grant Programs focus on projects that accelerate a transition to a “greener” economy, break down barriers, and positively impact our environment.
