Prizes of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International architects, urban planners, engineers, landscape architects, designers, and students for designing an energy efficient recreation center on a California university campus. All applicants must first register before the final deadline. The purpose of this competition ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and IHEs to support volunteer staff members carrying out a broad range of community services. National applicants must consult with state commisions prior to applying. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take at least three to four week...

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, materials recovery facilities, and for-profit organizations to initiate a plastics recycling program in local communities throughout the country. Funding and technical assistance are intended to support the Funding Source's new innovative progr...

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 available for on-the-ground restoration and conservation projects that yield an immediate and quantifiable impact on the National Forest S...

Grants to USA and territories public and private nonprofits, tribal governments, academic institutions, and agencies for research focused on community health, health equity, and climate change. Applicants must submit a preliminary proposal to be considered for this grant. Funding is intended to support research into a rang...

Grants of up to $500 to the Upper Peninsula, Michigan K-12 educators in public or private schools, groups, and institutions for projects related to environmental education. Funding is intended to establish programs offering quality environmental programming and to support existing programs. Proposals that would provide han...

Grants to Wayne County, Michigan churches, nonprofit and civic organizations, schools, and community groups to create local community gardens. Funding is intended to provide eligible applicants with the opportunity to create fresh produce for local residents and assist low-income residents experiencing food insecurity. ...

Grants to USA and territories state, local, and tribal governments and nonprofit organizations for the assessment and clean up of contaminated properties. Required registrations may take at least one month to complete. Funding may be used to inventory, prevent, assess, reuse, and clean up brownfield sites. A brownfield...

Grants to Wisconsin and Michigan nonprofit organizations in eligible communities for activities that promote economic health, education, arts and culture, and the environment. Eligible organizations must benefit communities that are served by the Funding Source. See Grant Coverage Areas below for a link to a list of eligib...

Grants to USA and territories state, tribal, and local governments for projects that help diminish or eliminate the risk of repetitive structure damage as a result of flooding. Funds will be provided for flood hazard mitigation projects, plan development, technical assistance, and management costs. Program Overview, Ob...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies for activities that benefit communities across a broad range of areas, with an emphasis on geographic locations where family members of the Funding Source reside. Request summaries are due prior to the submission of full proposals. Priority areas include arts, c...

Grants to USA and territories local and state governments, Tribes, IHEs, rural electric cooperatives, public power entities, and councils in eligible regions to assist rural small businesses and agricultural producers evaluate their energy efficiency. Required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The recip...

Grant of $5,000 or grant of $7,000 to a USA individual or couple to steward a land management program in Magdalena, New Mexico. The program will include water conservation and fire control. Free accommodations will be provided to the grant recipient. Grant recipients will live on site in a canyon above the small town o...

Grants to USA Native American-led grassroots organizations for project and organizational support and assistance. Funding may cover specific projects, general operating costs, and capacity building efforts, such as consultant fees and staff training. Funding is intended to empower communities and strengthen Native leaders...

Grants starting at $30,000 to Michigan government agencies, schools, and tribal organizations for the development of outdoor recreational areas benefiting the public. Plans must be submitted prior to submission of the full application. Eligible activities must be development projects related to public outdoor recreation, s...

Award of $6,000 to a USA K-12 teacher to recognize exceptional leadership in geoscience education. Teachers that are eligible for nomination should have full-time teaching experience for at least three years and be currently teaching about natural resources for at least one unit per year. Teachers who include subjects rele...

Grants of $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible states for community beautification and public greening projects. Eligible projects will improve the environment through natural landscaping, ground cover improvement, floral displays, and healthy urban forests along CN's rail lines. Prior...

Grants ranging from $20,000 to $75,000 to USA nonprofits, public school districts, and private and public elementary and secondary schools for children's and youth education programs, specifically in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), the environment, job training, and literacy. For t...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for a wide variety of environmental and community programs and projects. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support projects in many fields of endeavor, including but not limited to, envir...

Grants of $3,000 and grants of $5,000 to USA and Canada grassroots groups, tribes, and First Nations organizations for projects that strive to mitigate the negative impacts of mining. Projects that aim to protect the ecosystems, environment, community health, and cultural resources from mining impacts will be given prefere...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International scientists and other experts representing eligible countries for collaborative science and research projects to address security across a broad range of sectors. Funding focuses on current security challenges, including cyber security, environmental concerns, terrorism, defense agai...

Grants of up to $5,000 to Grand Traverse County, Michigan nonprofit organizations for one-time events and projects in the areas of arts and culture, environment, education, basic human needs, health and safety, and recreation. Funding may be used for capital expenditures, equipment, one-time special opportunities or events...

Grants to Shiawassee County, Michigan nonprofits, schools, health and human services organizations, municipalities, and government entities for programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended to support projects that serve a charitable purpose. The Foundation provides support through the funds listed below: P...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, hospitals, government agencies, religious institutions, and volunteer fire departments in eligible states for community benefit programs. Particular focus will be placed on the areas of education, literacy, and low-income initiatives and solutions. The goal of the Entergy Cha...

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. Priority wil...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations working to protect natural resources, strengthen communities and the food system, and enhance public health. Applications are invited from both small and mid-sized organizations for either specific projects or general operating support. Priority is given to applicants that address ...

Grants to Shiawassee County, Michigan nonprofits, schools, health and human service organizations, municipalities, libraries, and agencies for programs and projects that benefit youth in the community. Priority is given to proposals that align with the following areas of focus: education, youth development, health, the art...

Grants to Michigan government agencies, eligible recreation authorities, and eligible school districts for land acquisition and recreational development benefiting local communities. A five-year recreation plan must be submitted and approved prior to the full proposal. Funding is intended to support the acquisition of wild...

Grants of up to $3,000 to Michigan nonprofits, churches, schools, and agencies in Oceana County for programs in the areas of arts, community development, health and human services, and education. Applicants must submit an application of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is also available for emerging c...

Grants typically ranging from $3,000 to $20,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations for programming and operating support. Priority will be given to organizations serving Northern areas and the Midland, Saginaw, and Bay area. First-time applicants must submit a written request before completing the formal grant application...

Grants to Southeast Michigan nonprofit organizations, agencies, universities, and school districts in eligible counties for projects that address community issues and improve the lives of local residents. Interest areas include arts and culture, the environment, and health and human services. Projects must benefit Wayne, O...

In-kind support and resources to USA, Canada, and Mexico government agencies and regional authorities to participate in a large-scale smart technology program to improve urban areas. Funding is intended to give cities the technological resources and support services needed to create sustainable communities that will benefi...

Grants of $500 and grants of $1,000 to USA and territories nonprofits, IHEs, schools, and agencies for developing and expanding garden programs for youth. Funding is intended to bring greenspaces to more communities and to specifically encourage youth interest in gardening. Winners will be selected based on their commit...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International academic and research institutions for research and empirical studies assessing the health effects of actions taken to improve air quality. A preliminary application must be submitted before applying. Funding may be used for larger studies or for smaller-scale methods development st...

Grants ranging from $100 to $500 to USA individual teachers in multiple states for STEM and other class projects that encourage students to think creatively, take on leadership roles, and address challenges. Teachers in Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Vi...

Grants of up to $1,000 and grants ranging from $1,001 to $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, and municipalities for community projects in Berrien County. Funding may be used to support programs in the areas of arts, children, youth leadership and development, seniors, community ...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International individuals for noteworthy contributions to the field of animal conservation. This award program is intended to recognize and reward conservationists who have promoted the sustainability of an animal species or group of species with significant long-term scientific impact. The In...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations that are committed to improving the world in a broad range of areas. Consideration will be given to activities in the areas of education, social services, health care, civics and culture, and the environment. The categories above are not intended to l...

Grants to USA Tribal governments and nonprofits and grants to California nonprofits and K-12 schools and school districts in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for community services. Funding is intended for programs in the areas of health, education, special projects, and economic and community development. San Manu...

Prizes to USA PreK-12 schools for imaginative use of repurposed juice and milk cartons in creating or enhancing a school garden. The contest is intended to encourage educators to teach their students by means of hands-on activities about recycling, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. The 2018-2019 Carton 2 Ga...

Grants to USA nonprofits to address environmental issues, specifically the protection of clean drinking water resources, as well as efforts to challenge the development of natural gas use and infrastructure in New York State. Funding is intended for projects that promote enforceable water policies and that advance cleaner ...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for media projects to raise awareness of important political, social, and environmental issues. Funding is intended to support a high-quality, non-commercial media that is substantive, fair, and accurate. Program priorities include investigative journalism, media policy, and public bro...

Awards of $5,000 and $60,000 to USA and territories individuals ages 50 and older to recognize recent efforts to make a positive social impact. Strong consideration will be given to candidates working to address areas that are of particular concern to the Funding Source, specifically: intergenerational work; rethinking th...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for youth-led programs and projects to benefit the young people of Hillsdale County. Potential applicants must first contact the funding source to discuss their proposal and obtain an editable grant application form. Grant requests must include yo...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations serving residents of north Flint and its vicinity for programs that foster strong, vibrant communities. Grants proposals must align with one of the following areas of priority: safety, neighborhoods, youth, and economic opportunity. The Foundation is committed to improving outc...

Grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 to USA small law firms, private attorneys, and nonprofits providing legal services to strengthen justice in the areas of poverty law, environmental justice, and civil and human rights. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Areas of focus ...

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for educational and advocacy programs that address the conservation and preservation of natural resources, growth and development of agriculture and community food systems, and protection and presentation of expressions of America's heritage. Some limited technical assistance ...

Grants generally ranging between $10,000 and $50,000 to Great Lakes Region, USA nonprofit organizations, museums, wildlife centers, zoos, and educational institutions for programs that improve the well-being of animals. Grant applicants are asked to contact staff and to submit a letter of inquiry. Funding is intended to pr...

Grants of up to $40,000 and grants starting at $50,000 to Midland County, Michigan nonprofit organizations, educational nonprofits, and government agencies for a broad range of activities that benefit the local community. Applicants are required to contact the program officer before submitting an application. The Midla...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International early career scientists at an academic or research institution for research on the health effects of air pollution. Applicants must contact the funding source to verify eligibility and submit a preliminary application before applying. Candidates may have training and experience in ...