Community Grants
Community development, social services, and local improvement grants.
Get Funding to Help Homeless Youth Thrive
Are you an organization dedicated to supporting runaway and homeless youth? This grant provides funds to offer street-based services that help at-risk young people make healthier life choices and avoid exploitation.
Get Funding: Restore Habitat, Boost Local Economy
This funding opportunity is for organizations focused on ecological restoration and native species preservation. Grants will support projects that remove nonnative fish habitats and establish environments for endangered species, contributing to ecosystem health and local biodiversity.
Get Grants for Appalachian Trail Community Projects
Non-profits and organizations partnering with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy can receive funding for vital project activities that support the trail and its communities. This notice signals potential funding for approved projects through an existing agreement.
Get Funding for Wetland Research & Monitoring
Are you involved in wetland hydrology or vegetation community research? The National Park Service is offering funding to develop quantitative relationships for long-term monitoring and assessment of wetland integrity.
Get Funding for Missouri River Trail Improvements
Missouri businesses and organizations can secure funding to develop and enhance water trail access points along the Missouri River. This grant supports the creation of educational signage and facilities for canoes and kayaks, promoting tourism and recreational use.
Get Grants to Revitalize Your Main Street!
Small communities can get funding to transform vacant commercial spaces on their historic Main Streets into much-needed affordable housing. This initiative aims to boost local economies and preserve architectural charm.
Tribal Youth Fisheries Funding
This program aims to provide funding to the Nez Perce Tribe for new and expanded opportunities for Tribal youth within the Columbia River Basin to gain experience in fisheries conservation and management, aligning with the Secretary of the Interior's Youth and the Great Outdoors initiative.
Grant Funding for Youth Environmental Education Programs
This is a pre-selected cooperative agreement for Environment for the Americas (EFTA) to fund internships for Latino youth focused on shorebird and wetland research, and community environmental education. The initiative aims to engage under-represented youth in natural resource careers by addressing threats like climate change and habitat loss.
Get Funding for Trail Development & Planning
This grant is for organizations in Minnesota and North Dakota passionate about public service and trail development. Secure funding to plan and develop the North Country Trail, fostering volunteer engagement and a strong sense of community.
Unlock Funds for Youth Conservation Leadership
This cooperative agreement, awarded to the Children & Nature Network, supports young leaders (15-29) in expanding their role in conservation education programs. Funds will enable participation and planning for a major conference, aligning with the 'Youth in the Great Outdoors' initiative.
Unlock Grant Money for Community College Humanities Programs
Community colleges and systems focused on enhancing humanities education and scholarship are eligible for funding to develop or improve programs, especially those exploring diverse cultures and civic discourse. This grant supports collaborative projects with other institutions to strengthen faculty capacity and enrich course offerings.
Grant for Nature Programs - Foster Youth Environmental Stewards
This is not an open grant opportunity for businesses, but a cooperative agreement awarded to Community Partners to support the 'Get to Know' program, which engages youth in nature and fosters environmental stewardship through art and international unconferences.
NIH Grants: Fund Maternal/Child Health Research
This National Institutes of Health grant supports community-based research projects focused on improving maternal and child health. If you previously received specific Phase I awards, you may be eligible for funding to implement your planned initiatives in areas like infant mortality, obesity, or HIV prevention.
Secure Funding for Youth Conservation Programs
Nonprofits focused on community-based conservation and recreational activities for youth can apply for funding. This grant supports initiatives that engage young people in preserving natural resources and enjoying outdoor opportunities.
Unlock Funds for Conservation Education Programs
While not currently accepting applications, this initiative aims to support innovative conservation education projects, like the Leopold Education Project, to engage youth in nature exploration. The Fish and Wildlife Service is planning a single-source award to Pheasants Forever for developing educational materials focused on regional ecosystems and wildlife.
Funded Research: Boost Your Science Business
Universities with expertise in natural, physical, social, or cultural disciplines can receive funding to conduct multi-disciplinary research that supports US Fish and Wildlife Service conservation efforts.
Secure Funding for Youth Offender Risk Assessment Tools
Seeking applications to develop and validate tools for assessing the risk of reoffending in youth with sexual offenses. This funding supports criminal and juvenile justice systems in identifying and managing these individuals effectively.
Get Grants for Native Hawaiian & American Indian Child Care!
Native Hawaiian and American Indian non-profit organizations can receive funding to expand access to affordable, high-quality child care for eligible youth. This grant supports the operation of child care programs, ensuring children under 13 from low-income working or training families have essential services.
Get NIH Grants for HIV Prevention Breakthroughs
Are you a researcher or organization focused on HIV prevention? The NIH is funding groundbreaking social and behavioral science research that integrates biomedical approaches to tackle domestic HIV challenges.
Funding for Wildlife Conservation & Youth Engagement
This grant supports projects that enhance wildlife viewing opportunities and provide educational outreach for youth and families across public lands. Projects aim to connect the public with nature and foster support for wildlife conservation.