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National Environmental Education Foundation Grants is sponsored by National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF). NEEF offers a variety of grants and awards to help organizations engage their local community to improve the environment, increase diversity, and expand their work locally.
NEEF administers grant programs that support environmental education and community-based environmental work across the United States through partnerships with funders and community organizations.
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Grants | The National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) Helping organizations engage their communities to improve the environment and reach more people locally. Let's Do Great Work Together NEEF administers grant programs that support environmental education and community-based environmental work across the United States.
Through partnerships with funders and community organizations, we help bring learning, stewardship, and engagement opportunities to communities nationwide. Our grant programs support projects that connect people to learning and public lands through hands-on environmental action. This work expands participation, strengthens community connections, and supports positive outcomes for both people and the environment.
Environmental education and youth engagement Community service and stewardship projects Conservation and biodiversity efforts Access to nature and outdoor experiences Projects that support learning, well-being, and healthy connections to the environment Number of states/territories funded Total Funds Awarded since 1995 Grants Awarded since 1995 2026-2027 Environmental Education Initiative LyondellBasell Greening STEM Grants NEEF and the PPG Foundation are teaming up to support Greening STEM projects that bring environmental science...
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Diversifying the future STEM workforce while building a youth conservation ethic Developing employee engagement campaigns to meet CSR and ESG goals Fostering a sense of stewardship through education and engagement on America's public lands Offering a variety of grants to help organizations fulfill their mission to educate and improve the environment Providing resources and training for health professionals and caregivers to address environmental impacts on health Creating memorable experiences to motivate individual commitments to positive action for the environment
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible entities vary by partner and program, with specific eligibility requirements outlined in each individual grant opportunity. Generally targets nonprofits and community organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
National Environmental Education Foundation Grants is funded by National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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