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LIFE Programme Operating Grants is sponsored by European Commission. Offers operating grants to non-profit entities involved in environmental and climate action projects, supporting their functioning and activities.
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LIFE operating grants - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency Next to the action grants supporting various types of environment and climate-action projects, for which any organisation can apply, the LIFE Programme also provides targeted support to European non-profit making entities active in these areas through operating grants.
The legal base for awarding those grants is the LIFE Regulation, which states that: "Operating grants shall support the functioning of non-profit making entities which are involved in the development, implementation and enforcement of Union legislation and policy, and which are primarily active in the area of the environment or climate action, including energy transition, in line with the objectives of the LIFE Programme set out in Article 3" (Article 11 of the Regulation).
The Programme's main objective, as defined in Article 3, is “to contribute to the shift towards a sustainable, circular, energy-efficient, renewable energy-based, climate-neutral and resilient economy, in order to protect, restore and improve the quality of the environment, including the air, water and soil, and to halt and reverse biodiversity loss and to tackle the degradation of ecosystems, including by supporting the implementation and management of the Natura 2000 network, thereby contributing to sustainable development.
” Why is there a funding programme for European environmental, climate and energy non-profit organisations? Non-profit making entities play an important role in raising awareness of environmental issues for better governance. They voice the concerns of EU citizens and ensure their democratic representation.
For the development, implementation and proper enforcement of EU environmental or climate policy, there needs to be an open and wide-ranging dialogue with all stakeholders. It is important that organisations are able to take part in such a dialogue, since they represent EU citizens and have a good understanding of public concerns on the environment and climate change.
Their presence is important to provide a sound democratic contribution, and a level-playing field with other actors in the EU arena. The number of organisations funded each year varies depending on the quality of the applications, the amounts applied for, and the total budget available. Between 20 and 40 organisations have typically been selected for funding, following multi-annual calls for proposals.
The calls include criteria for the eligibility of organisations and for the evaluation of proposals.
You can find below the lists of organisations funded since 2018: Organisations funded in 2018 and 2019 Organisations funded in 2020 and 2021 Organisations funded in 2022 Organisations funded in 2023 Organisations funded in 2024 Organisations funded in 2025 Organisations funded in 2026 The LIFE Calls for proposals for operating grants, aiming at the selection of organisations eligible for funding in 2027 and 2028, are now published on the Funding & Tenders Portal .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Non-profit entities established in the EU or overseas countries and territories linked to it, or legal entities created under Union law or any international organisation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program is a grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that funds the acquisition and development of public parkland and outdoor recreational facilities. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts cities of any size and towns with 35,000 or more year-round residents that have an established park or recreation commission and an approved Open Space and Recreation Plan. Smaller communities may qualify under small town, regional, or statewide provisions. Awards reach up to $425,000, with a deadline of July 8, 2025. The program supports community green space, conservation, and recreational access across the Commonwealth.
Bats for the Future Fund is a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that funds efforts to slow or halt the spread of white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease and support the recovery of affected bat populations in North America. Funded projects may address disease treatment, habitat conservation, population monitoring, or public education strategies that contribute to bat species survival. Additional support is provided by NextEra Energy Resources through its charitable foundation. Eligible applicants include researchers, nonprofits, universities, and government agencies with relevant conservation expertise. Awards range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the 2025 deadline on August 14, 2025.
Northern California Environmental Grassroots Fund is a grant from Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment that funds small and emerging grassroots organizations in California building climate resilience and advancing environmental justice. The fund prioritizes groups rooted in historically marginalized communities, including BIPOC, frontline, and low-income populations, with strong advocacy, organizing, and outreach components. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations or fiscally-sponsored groups with annual income or expenses of $150,000 or less; government agencies, colleges, and universities are not eligible. Awards typically range from $4,000 to $7,500, with a maximum of $7,500.