Nearshore Marine Resource Conservation Grant

Nearshore Marine Resource Conservation Grant is sponsored by See official notice (funder not specified beyond general foundation in search result). This grant focuses on reducing land-based pollution, improving resource management capacity, and fostering community engagement.

Coastal Funding Database – Coastal Quest You are here: Home 1 / Our Programs 2 / Coastal Funding Database The Coastal Funding Database (CFD) offers a wide range of public and private funding to support coastal resilience programs and projects benefiting people, nature, and the climate.

The CFD lists grant opportunities that support multi-benefit, nature-based solutions, including—but not limited to—conservation, restoration, and resilience at local, regional, national, and international scales. What’s New? Two New Features Categories – Review categories here .

Updates to the table and filtering features are part of our ongoing effort to make the CFD user-friendly for coastal practitioners.

Area Opportunity Name Funder Due Date Max Award Amount Added Date Summary (consult full opportunity listing for eligibility and other important details) Category Website Hawaiʻi Hawaiʻi Conservation Program 2027 Request for Proposals National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Oct 21, 2026 $200,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Hawaiʻi Conservation Program supports projects that protect and restore essential habitats across Hawaiʻi to reduce extinction risk and sustain resilient populations of native species.

The program prioritizes conservation efforts benefiting imperiled forest birds, including the palila, kiwikiu (Maui parrotbill), Oʻahu elepaio, and ʻalalā (Hawaiian crow), as well as landscape-scale invasive mosquito management projects that help reduce the spread of avian malaria.

Eligible projects may include habitat restoration and enhancement, invasive species management, predator control, forest bird conservation, monitoring and research, and other actions that improve habitat conditions and address key threats to native species. Projects must occur within designated priority areas on Hawaiʻi Island, Maui, Oʻahu, or Kauaʻi.

Applicants must provide a minimum 1:1 match through non-federal cash or in-kind contributions. For questions, contact Jana Doi, Director, Alaska and Pacific Islands Programs at Jana. Doi@nfwf.

org. Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools https://www. nfwf.

org/programs/hawaii-conservation-program/hawaii-conservation-program-2027-request-proposals Alaska Alaska Fish and Wildlife Fund 2027 Request for Proposals National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Oct 28, 2026 $200,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Alaska Fish and Wildlife Fund supports projects that advance the conservation of fish and wildlife species and habitats across priority regions of Alaska.

The program funds projects that deliver measurable, on-the-ground conservation outcomes and address critical information gaps through assessments, research, and strategic monitoring that improve habitat and population management. Eligible projects must occur within the Alaska North Slope, Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, Cook Inlet/Matanuska-Susitna Basin/Kodiak Archipelago, or the Chugach and Tongass National Forests.

Project activities may include habitat restoration, species conservation, monitoring, applied research, and other efforts that support long-term ecosystem health and management. Applicants must provide a minimum 1:1 match through non-federal cash or in-kind contributions. For questions, contact Jana Doi, Director, Alaska and Pacific Islands Programs at jana.

doi@nfwf. org. Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools https://www.

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org/programs/alaska-fish-and-wildlife-fund/alaska-fish-and-wildlife-fund-2027-request-proposals International Women Divers Hall of Fame Scholarships and Training Grants Women Divers Hall of Fame Nov 30, 2026 Variable Sep 15, 2026 The Women Divers Hall of Fame Scholarship and Training Grant Program provides more than $100,000 annually in scholarships and training grants to support individuals pursuing education, training, research, and career development opportunities in diving-related fields.

The funding is dedicated to recognizing the contributions of women divers and advancing opportunities within the global diving community. WDHOF offers funding across 19 scholarship and training grant categories for individuals of all ages.

Awards support a wide range of activities, including academic studies, marine and underwater research, professional development, dive training, conservation efforts, and other programs that promote excellence and leadership in the diving community. For questions, contact wdhofgrants@gmail. com.

Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools https://www. wdhof. org/scholarships/scholarship-descriptions Florida Sea Turtle Grants Program Sea Turtle Conservancy Nov 06, 2026 Variable Sep 15, 2026 The Sea Turtle Grants Program provides funding for projects that support the conservation, research, and education of Florida’s marine turtles.

Eligible projects must contribute to the protection and recovery of sea turtle populations, align with current marine turtle recovery plans, support the goals of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Marine Turtle Protection Program, and comply with Florida statutes governing marine turtle conservation.

Conservation projects may include protecting nesting beaches, reducing lighting impacts, controlling predators, rehabilitating injured or sick sea turtles, and purchasing related equipment and supplies. Education projects support the development and distribution of educational materials, interpretive displays, signage, and outreach programs that increase public understanding of sea turtle biology, habitat needs, and conservation.

Research projects must directly inform marine turtle conservation and may focus on topics such as coastal lighting impacts, beach nourishment, shoreline protection structures, migration patterns, developmental habitats, rehabilitation techniques, disease management, fishing gear impacts, and other aspects of sea turtle ecology and life history. For questions, contact stgp@helpingseaturtles. org.

Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools, Education, Recreation, and Access https://helpingseaturtles.

org/apply-for-a-grant/ US National Behavior Change for Climate Action Challenge 2026 The Center for Behavior and Climate Nov 01, 2026 $7,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Behavior Change for Climate Action Challenge supports nonprofit organizations seeking to increase the impact of climate action initiatives through evidence-based behavior change strategies.

The program focuses on influencing adult behaviors and community-level action related to climate issues such as energy conservation, renewable energy adoption, vehicle electrification, climate policy engagement, food choices, and blue carbon restoration.

Eligible projects may incorporate proven behavior change approaches such as social norms, commitments, feedback, goal-setting, rewards, prompts, choice architecture, community-based interventions, and tools that address cognitive biases.

Three selected nonprofits will receive $7,000 in funding to apply behavior change methods to a new or existing climate project, along with free technical assistance, training workshops, and ongoing support from CBC. For questions, contact infocbc@bds. com.

Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools https://climate. bds.

com/behavior-change-for-climate-action-challenge International The Stephenson Exploration Advancement (SEA) Program The Philip Stephenson Foundation Oct 02, 2026 $10,000 Sep 15, 2026 The SEA (Science, Exploration, and Awareness) Program supports conservationists, field scientists, undergraduate and graduate students, and independent explorers conducting fieldwork focused on marine research.

The program funds projects that advance scientific understanding of marine environments while delivering tangible conservation benefits for ocean ecosystems and the communities that depend on them.

Eligible projects may include field-based research, marine conservation initiatives, ecosystem monitoring, species protection efforts, and other activities that contribute to the long-term stewardship, resilience, and restoration of marine ecosystems. Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools https://www. explorers.

org/grants/the-stephenson-explorers-advancement-program/ California Illegal Disposal Site Abatement Grant Program California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery Oct 16, 2026 $500,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Illegal Disposal Site Abatement grant program provides reimbursement funding of up to $500,000 to help public entities clean up illegal solid waste dumping sites and accelerate the restoration of impacted properties.

Funding supports the cleanup of abandoned, idled, or underutilized sites where unauthorized dumping has created public health, safety, environmental, and economic challenges. Eligible projects include solid waste cleanup efforts within an applicant's jurisdiction that are necessary to protect public health and safety and/or the environment.

By removing illegally dumped waste and restoring affected properties, the program helps communities reclaim degraded sites, improve environmental conditions, and create opportunities for future productive use. For questions, contact Noe Garay at noe. garay@calrecycle.

ca. gov. Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure https://www. grants.

ca. gov/grants/illegal-disposal-site-abatement-grant-program-6/ Alaska Tier 2 Grants Rasmuson Foundation Jan 01, 2040 $35,000+ Sep 15, 2026 Rasmuson Foundation's Tier 2 Grants provide awards of more than $35,000 to support significant capital projects, programs of strategic importance, and innovative solutions that address community or statewide needs.

Eligible projects may include construction and renovation projects, buildings, equipment and vehicles, historic preservation efforts, large-scale creative works, pilot projects, and program expansions. The program is designed for organizations with demonstrated success in community collaboration and project management and prioritizes projects with broad, lasting impact.

Applicants are encouraged to secure support from multiple funding sources, such as individual donations, business contributions, other grants, or organizational reserves, as competitive proposals typically demonstrate strong community investment and financial leverage. Tier 2 grant requests are considered by the Foundation’s Board of Directors during its June and December funding cycles. For questions, contact grants@rasmuson.

org. Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure https://rasmuson. org/find-funding/tier-2-grants/ Florida Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program Florida Department of Environmental Protection Sep 30, 2026 $15,000,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program is a national grant program administered by the National Park Service through the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

The program supports projects in urban communities with populations of at least 25,000, with priority given to economically disadvantaged areas that lack access to quality outdoor recreation opportunities. Funding can be used to acquire land and water for parks and outdoor recreation, develop new recreation facilities, or substantially renovate existing parks and recreation spaces.

ORLP aims to expand and improve access to outdoor recreation by creating new outdoor spaces, revitalizing aging parks, and strengthening connections between people and the outdoors. Projects must provide new or significantly enhanced recreation opportunities in underserved communities. Applications require a 1:1 non-federal funding match.

For questions, contact LandandRecreationGrantsSection@FloridaDEP. gov. Education, Recreation, and Access https://floridadep.

gov/lands/land-and-recreation-grants/content/outdoor-recreation-legacy-partnership-program North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Hawaii, and California FY2026 Implementation of the Quagga and Zebra Mussel Action Plan (QZAP) in the Western United States U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Oct 24, 2026 $600,000 Sep 15, 2026 The FY2026 Implementation of the Quagga and Zebra Mussel Action Plan (QZAP) in the Western United States supports projects that prevent the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels in the Western United States, with a focus on implementing priorities identified in the Quagga/Zebra Mussel Action Plan for Western U.S. Waters (QZAP 2.

0). Funding is available for projects within states served by the Western Regional Panel that address the detection, prevention, monitoring, management, and control of these aquatic invasive species, which are commonly transported to uninfested waters via recreational watercraft.

Eligible projects should help reduce the ecological, economic, and infrastructure impacts of invasive mussels while advancing regional coordination and long-term protection of western waterways and reservoirs. For questions, contact Barak Shemai at barak_shemai@fws. gov. Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools https://www.

grants. gov/search-results-detail/363714 US National Roots & Reach U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities Oct 22, 2026 $5,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Roots & Reach mini-grant program supports undergraduate forestry and natural resources clubs in implementing hands-on forestry projects that strengthen connections between people and forests while promoting awareness of forestry careers and educational pathways.

Funded projects must combine a forestry-focused activity with a creative media component that documents the work and shares its impact with broader audiences.

Eligible activities include tree planting, reforestation and forest health initiatives, invasive species removal, trail improvement projects, youth education programs, Forestry Field Days, and career exploration events that engage communities and inspire the next generation of forestry professionals. For questions, contact subawards@usendowment. org.

Natural Resource Management, Wildfire, Research and Data Tools, Education, Recreation, and Access https://www. usendowment. org/u-s-endowment-launches-roots-reach-mini-grants-for-forestry-students/?

utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery Brazil, South Africa, Canada, Argentina, Colombia, UK, Peru, Chile, Italy, Dominican Republic, and China Oceanic Global x Corona’s Beach 100 Grant Initiative Oceanic Global Oct 09, 2026 $100,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Beach 100 Grant Initiative supports projects that directly protect and restore beach health and marine ecosystems, with a focus on helping communities on the frontlines of climate change implement locally driven solutions.

Funding is available for projects addressing plastic pollution and marine debris, including beach cleanup efforts, prevention programs, and river interception systems; coastal and nature-based resilience strategies, such as living shorelines, green infrastructure, beach nourishment, and dune restoration; and habitat restoration and biodiversity conservation projects, including Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), coral reef, mangrove, and seagrass restoration, invasive species removal, and species recovery efforts.

The program offers Micro-Grants of $5,000 to $15,000 for one-year projects and Multi-Year Grants providing $50,000 to $100,000 annually for projects lasting one to three years. For questions, contact grants@oceanic. global.

Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools https://oceanic.

global/project/beach100grant/ Canada, British Columbia Community Salmon Program Pacific Salmon Foundation Jan 01, 2040 Variable Sep 15, 2026 The Community Salmon Program provides grants to community-led, volunteer-driven, and First Nations-led organizations working to conserve and restore Pacific salmon and their habitats across British Columbia and the Yukon.

The program supports habitat restoration, salmon recovery, community engagement, environmental education, and partnership-building projects that contribute to the long-term sustainability of salmon populations. Priority is given to projects that enhance or restore salmon habitat, increase public awareness and stewardship, foster collaboration, and advance reconciliation through partnerships with First Nations and Indigenous communities.

Funding is available through Short Form grants (up to $2,500) and Standard Form grants (over $2,500). Eligible applicants must provide a 1:1 match to the grant amount requested. For questions, contact Jim Shinkewski, Director of Grants and Community Programs, at jshinkewski@psf.

ca. Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access https://psf.

ca/work/community/community-salmon-program/community-grants/ US National The Moe Family Fund for Statewide and Local Partners National Trust for Historic Preservation Oct 15, 2026 $10,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Moe Family Fund for Statewide and Local Partners provides grants to dues-paying members of the National Preservation Partners Network (NPPN) for projects that strengthen preservation organizations and address emerging challenges in the historic preservation field.

Funding is available for projects focused on Advocacy, Capacity Building, or Climate Change, with priority given to initiatives that are innovative, impactful, replicable, and collaborative. Competitive proposals build strategic partnerships and generate broader benefits for the preservation community. Eligible applicants must provide a 1:1 match to the grant amount requested.

For questions, contact info@savingplaces. org. Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure https://savingplaces.

org/moe-fund US National Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund: Recovery Land Acquisition Grant Program US Fish and Wildlife Service Nov 20, 2026 $14,162,000 Sep 15, 2026 Recovery Land Acquisition Grants support the acquisition of land or conservation easements that advance the recovery of federally listed endangered and threatened species.

Funded through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the program promotes state and federal collaboration in species conservation by protecting priority habitats identified in FWS-approved recovery plans and recovery outlines.

Eligible projects must secure specific parcels that contribute directly to species recovery goals, helping conserve critical habitat, support biodiversity, and advance long-term recovery outcomes under the Endangered Species Act. For questions, contact Kelly Niland at Kelly_Niland@fws. gov. Natural Resource Management, Infrastructure https://www.

grants. gov/search-results-detail/363856 California 2027-28 Boating Infrastructure Grant California State Parks- Boating and Waterways Sep 29, 2026 Variable Sep 15, 2026 The Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program provides federal funding for boating infrastructure projects that serve transient recreational vessels 26 feet or longer staying 15 days or less.

Funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, eligible projects may include publicly accessible marina, dock, and waterfront improvements owned by public or private entities.

The program supports projects that enhance access to recreational, cultural, historic, and scenic resources; strengthen waterfront communities and local economies; promote public-private partnerships; maintain public access to shorelines; and increase awareness of transient boating opportunities. For questions, contact Ethan Tratner, Grants and Loans Unit, at ethan. tratner@parks.

ca. gov. Infrastructure https://dbw. parks.

ca. gov/? page_id=28821 California CNPS Student Research Grants Program California Native Plant Society Oct 31, 2026 $1,500 Sep 15, 2026 The Student Research Grants support undergraduate and graduate student research that advances the conservation, understanding, and stewardship of California native plants and their habitats.

Funding is available for projects that address research gaps in fields such as conservation, ecology, botany, land management, horticulture, Traditional Ecological Knowledge, social sciences, communications, economics, and cultural connections to native plants.

Priority is given to projects aligned with CNPS's strategic initiatives to protect at-risk species and habitats, advance climate resilience, promote native plant landscaping and policy adoption, and strengthen public engagement with native plants.

CNPS encourages applications from students from historically underrepresented backgrounds and seeks projects that contribute meaningful scientific, cultural, or community-based knowledge to support native plant conservation in California. For questions, contact the Student Research Grants Program at edgrant@cnps. org.

Natural Resource Management, Research and Data Tools, Resilience and Adaptation https://www. cnps. org/education/students/grants International Oak Foundation Grants Oak Foundation Jan 01, 2040 Variable Sep 15, 2026 The Oak Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations working to create a safer, fairer, and more sustainable world.

The foundation supports initiatives that address root causes, promote long-term sustainability, strengthen communities, and deliver scalable, systems-level impact.

Through its Environment Program and Global Climate Initiatives Program, Oak funds projects focused on marine and coastal livelihoods, biodiversity conservation, regenerative landscapes, climate resilience, sustainable food systems, plastic pollution reduction, and community-centered environmental solutions.

Priority is given to collaborative, evidence-based efforts that demonstrate strong organizational capacity, community participation, and potential for lasting environmental and social benefits. Oak generally funds up to 50% of project budgets or 20% of organizational budgets. Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools, Environmental/Climate Justice https://oakfnd.

org/grant-making/ International Blue Catalyst Fund Fair Carbon Oct 01, 2026 $520,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Blue Catalyst Fund provides technical assistance, financial and transaction advisory support, and milestone-based funding to help mangrove conservation and restoration carbon projects advance from early development to investment readiness.

Led by Fair Carbon and Finance Earth, the program addresses barriers such as high development costs, technical complexity, and limited access to financing. Support is provided through an unsecured contingent loan, with no equity required and repayment only if follow-on investment is secured.

Eligible mangrove projects may receive a comprehensive support package of approximately $85,000-$100,000 for pre-feasibility activities and $480,000-$520,000 for post-feasibility development, helping projects progress toward implementation and long-term investment. For questions, contact hello@faircarbon. org.

Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools https://www. faircarbon. org/blue-catalyst-fund California California Watershed Protection Fund Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment Oct 15, 2026 $40,000 Sep 15, 2026 The California Watershed Protection Fund provides grants for community-based projects that improve surface water quality and protect watersheds.

Current funding is available for projects benefiting the San Francisco Bay-Delta Watershed and select Los Angeles-area watersheds, including the Los Angeles River, San Gabriel River, Santa Clara River, Dominguez Channel, and San Pedro Bay. Eligible activities include watershed restoration, conservation, stewardship, outreach and education, water quality protection, and select citizen enforcement efforts.

Competitive projects demonstrate clear water quality benefits, engage impacted communities, advance environmental justice, and include hands-on activities such as habitat restoration, planting, or cleanup efforts. For questions, contact grants@rosefdn. org.

Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Research and Data Tools https://rosefdn.

org/environmental-grants/california-watershed-protection-fund/ California Delta Community, Environment, and Climate Grant Program Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Oct 23, 2026 $2,000,000 Sep 15, 2026 The Delta Community, Environment, and Climate Grant Program funds multi-benefit planning, research, capacity building, implementation, and land acquisition projects in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and Suisun Marsh.

The program supports three funding priorities: Community Enhancement, Ecosystem Restoration and Climate Adaptation, and Nature-Based Solutions. Eligible projects may improve public access and recreation, preserve cultural and historic resources, restore habitats and wetlands, enhance climate resilience, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, address land subsidence, or support environmental education and community engagement.

Approximately $14 million is available in this funding cycle, with grants ranging from $100,000 to $750,000 for planning and research projects and up to $2 million for implementation and acquisition projects. For questions, contact grants@deltaconservancy. ca.

gov. Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Research and Data Tools https://deltaconservancy. ca. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Delta-Communities-Environment-Climate-Notice.

pdf? utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery For questions, contact grants@deltaconservancy. ca.

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utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery California Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY27 California Department of Parks and Recreation Feb 01, 2027 Variable Sep 01, 2026 The Local Assistance Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to local government agencies for the development, expansion, and improvement of public boat launching facilities that primarily serve recreational users of motorized, trailerable watercraft.

The program aims to improve public access to California’s waterways by supporting infrastructure that enhances boating access, safety, and user experience. Eligible projects may include the construction or renovation of boat launching ramps, boarding floats and docks, restrooms, shoreline protection improvements, parking areas for vehicles and boat trailers, and other facilities that support public boating access.

Grant funds may also be used for project planning and implementation costs, including engineering and design, environmental permitting, construction inspection, special studies, project contingencies, and other related expenses. For questions, contact Joe Dux at joe. dux@parks.

ca. gov. Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure https://www. grants.

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gov/grants/division-of-boating-and-waterways-local-assistance-boat-launching-facility-grant-program-fy27/ California Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program FY27 California Department of Parks and Recreation Feb 01, 2027 Variable Sep 01, 2026 The Local Assistance Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program provides funding to local public agencies to develop and improve public access facilities for non-motorized boating activities throughout California.

The program is intended to expand recreational access to waterways for users of kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, rowing shells, and other hand-launched watercraft by supporting infrastructure that makes launching and accessing waterways safer and more convenient.

Eligible projects include the construction or enhancement of non-motorized boating facilities such as small hand-launched boat ramps, launch areas, parking facilities, restrooms, and related access improvements. The program supports local agencies seeking to increase public recreational opportunities, improve access to rivers, lakes, reservoirs, bays, and coastal waterways, and enhance the overall experience for non-motorized boaters.

For questions, contact Joe Dux at joe. dux@parks. ca.

gov. Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure https://www. grants. ca.

gov/grants/division-of-boating-and-waterways-local-assistance-statewide-non-motorized-boat-launching-facility-grant-program-fy27/ California Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Sign Grant Program FY27 California Department of Parks and Recreation Feb 01, 2027 $10,000 Sep 01, 2026 The Local Assistance Statewide Sign Grant Program provides funding to public agencies for the installation, replacement, and improvement of signs at DBW-funded public boating facilities throughout California.

The program is intended to maintain safe, accessible, and informative boating access sites by addressing signage needs at existing boating infrastructure. Eligible projects include replacing signs that are obsolete, display incorrect information, are damaged, missing, badly worn, or no longer meet current safety or regulatory requirements.

Funding supports signage improvements that enhance public safety, improve facility operations, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements. Grants may be used to install signs required as a condition of receiving federal funds as well as signs that provide important wayfinding, operational, regulatory, or safety information for recreational boaters. For questions, contact Joe Dux at joe.

dux@parks. ca. gov. Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure https://www.

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gov/grants/division-of-boating-and-waterways-local-assistance-statewide-sign-grant-program-fy27/ California Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program FY27 California Department of Parks and Recreation Feb 01, 2027 Variable Sep 01, 2026 The Local Assistance Statewide Ramp Repair and Modification Grant Program provides funding to public agencies to restore, repair, and improve public boating access facilities throughout California.

The program is designed to address public health and safety concerns and maintain reliable access to waterways by funding repairs resulting from unexpected damage caused by floods, wildfires, accidents, and other events, as well as modifications needed to address changing water levels and drought conditions.

The program helps ensure that DBW-funded boating facilities remain safe, functional, and accessible for the recreational boating public. Eligible projects include the repair, replacement, or extension of existing boat launching ramps, boarding floats, restrooms, parking areas for vehicles with boat trailers, and other essential boating access infrastructure. For questions, contact Joe Dux at joe.

dux@parks. ca. gov. Education, Recreation, and Access, Infrastructure, Wildfire https://www.

grants. ca. gov/grants/division-of-boating-and-waterways-local-assistance-statewide-ramp-repair-and-modification-grant-program-fy27/ U.S. National Vadon Foundation Grants Vadon Foundation Jan 01, 2040 Variable Sep 01, 2026 The Vadon Foundation supports community-led initiatives that strengthen the long-term health, resilience, and self-determination of Indigenous nations.

The foundation invests in programs that help Native communities build sustainable futures while preserving culture, promoting autonomy, and creating opportunities for future generations. The foundation seeks to partner with visionary leaders and organizations working to break cycles of inequity and create brighter futures for Native communities.

Funding is directed toward programs that strengthen community well-being, cultural continuity, economic sustainability, and local capacity. The Vadon Foundation emphasizes a collaborative, grantee-centered approach to philanthropy and encourages prospective applicants to begin the process through an introductory conversation about their program rather than a formal application.

For questions, contact Dave LaSarte-Meeks, Executive Director, at dave@vadonfoundation. org. Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Resilience and Adaptation https://vadonfoundation.

org/how-to-apply/ U.S. National Justice & Access Grants Climate Ride Sep 30, 2026 $5,000 Sep 01, 2026 The Climate Ride Action Fund provides grants to nonprofit organizations advancing environmental and social justice through initiatives that expand outdoor access, increase opportunities for youth participation in cycling and outdoor recreation, and support communities disproportionately impacted by pollution and climate-related challenges.

The fund prioritizes projects that address systemic inequities, promote environmental stewardship, and create more inclusive access to outdoor spaces and recreational opportunities. Special consideration is given to organizations led by women, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), and LGBTQI+ individuals.

Competitive proposals should demonstrate a commitment to environmental and social justice, community engagement, and expanding equitable access to the outdoors while generating meaningful benefits for historically underserved communities. For questions, contact Info@climateride. org.

Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access https://www. climateride. org/environmental-justice-action-grants/ For questions, contact SDDOperations@toyota.

com. Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Environmental/Climate Justice https://toyotaeffect.

com/grant-seekers/ U.S. National Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program U.S. Forest Service Oct 13, 2026 $600,000 Sep 01, 2026 The Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program (CFP) provides financial assistance to Indian Tribes, local governments, and qualified conservation nonprofit organizations to acquire private forest land and establish permanently protected community forests.

The program supports the fee-simple acquisition of forest lands that are threatened by conversion to non-forest uses, with the goal of preserving these lands for long-term community benefit. Community forests created through the program must provide public access and deliver multiple benefits, including outdoor recreation, environmental conservation, economic opportunities, and forest-based education.

Funding supports the acquisition of privately owned forest lands that will be managed as community forests and protected for public use and enjoyment. Eligible projects should demonstrate how the proposed community forest will protect important forest resources while providing lasting community benefits such as recreation, environmental stewardship, education, and sustainable forest management.

For questions, contact Hannah Bergemann at SM. FS. CFP@usda.

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gov/search-results-detail/363348 U.S. National 2026 National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program U.S. Forest Service Oct 12, 2026 $750,000 Sep 15, 2026 The National Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program supports innovative and replicable projects that advance solutions to economic, environmental, and public health challenges through improved management of urban and community forests.

This funding cycle focuses on community tree resource utilization, helping communities turn wood generated from tree removals, pruning, storm damage, and pest or disease outbreaks into value-added products such as lumber, furniture, flooring, and biochar.

Eligible projects should demonstrate clear economic, environmental, workforce, or community benefits; support existing community forestry plans; incorporate industry-recognized safety and tree-care standards; and promote partnerships, job creation, training, or certification opportunities. For questions, contact Nancy Stemple, Urban Forestry Program Specialist, at nancy. stremple@usda.

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gov/search-results-detail/361315 U.S. National The Ball Foundation Giving The Ball Foundation Oct 31, 2026 Variable Sep 01, 2026 The Ball Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and charitable programs in communities where Ball Corporation operates, with a focus on initiatives that create measurable impacts in recycling, STEM education, and disaster preparedness and relief.

The Foundation seeks to strengthen communities by investing in targeted projects and programs that align with these core priorities rather than providing general sponsorship support.

Funding is available for programs that promote environmental sustainability through recycling and waste reduction, expand access to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, or enhance community resilience through disaster preparedness and recovery efforts. The Foundation prioritizes well-defined projects with clear goals, outcomes, and measurable results. For questions, contact community@ball.

com. Natural Resource Management, Environmental/Climate Justice, Education, Recreation, and Access, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure https://www. ball.

com/our-company/the-ball-foundation California Flood Partnership: Real-time Data Grant Program California Department of Water Resources Jan 01, 2040 Variable Sep 01, 2026 The Real-time Data Grant Program supports projects that improve California’s flood warning and emergency response systems by expanding real-time monitoring at dams with ungated spillways.

The program funds the installation of additional real-time telemetry systems that provide reservoir elevation data during storm events. Enhanced monitoring helps flood forecasters, emergency responders, and downstream communities better assess flood risks and respond to heavy precipitation events, improving public safety and flood preparedness statewide.

The program prioritizes projects at dams with ungated spillways, lacking real-time elevation data transmitted to the California Data Exchange Center (CDEC), that are not owned by state, federal, or private entities. Additional priority is given to dams with downstream hazard classifications of Extremely High, High, or Significant and reservoirs with a storage capacity of 5,000 acre-feet or greater.

For questions, contact Boone Lek at RDDGprogram@water. ca. gov. Natural Resource Management, Resilience and Adaptation, Infrastructure, Research and Data Tools https://www.

grants. ca. gov/grants/flood-partnership-real-time-data-grant-program/ U.S. National, Canada BMO Gives BMO Financial Group Sep 30, 2026 Variable Sep 01, 2026 BMO Financial Group Community Giving Program supports nonprofit organizations and registered charities through donations and sponsorships that advance economic opportunity, environmental sustainability, and community well-being.

Guided by its purpose to “Boldly Grow the Good in business and life,” BMO invests in programs that help create a thriving economy, a sustainable future, and stronger, more inclusive communities. The program seeks to leverage BMO’s role as a financial institution to drive positive social and environmental outcomes through strategic philanthropy and community partnerships.

Funding is available for initiatives that align with one or more of BMO’s three giving priorities: growing economies, growing sustainably, and growing strong communities.

Supported activities may include financial education and economic mobility programs, environmental and sustainability initiatives, research and innovation that advance climate and environmental solutions, and educational or financial literacy programs that strengthen communities.

BMO also supports community development efforts through sponsorships, donations, volunteer engagement, and partnerships that promote long-term economic, environmental, and social resilience. Natural Resource Management, Education, Recreation, and Access, Research and Data Tools https://www. bmo.

com/en-us/main/about-bmo/our-impact/communities/bmo-gives/ Colorado, Hawaii, Minnesota, Wyoming, North Carolina Environmental Initiative Laura Jane Musser Fund Oct 08, 2026 $35,000 Sep 01, 2026 The Environmental Initiative Program supports projects that protect, restore, or enhance the ecological integrity of publicly owned open spaces and publicly accessible natural areas.

The program funds efforts that strengthen sustainable ecosystems and conserve habitat biodiversity while actively engaging local communities in stewardship, long-term care, and shared responsibility for environmental resources. Priority is given to projects that demonstrate measurable ecological outcomes within 12 to 18 months and include a clear plan for long-term environmental and financial sustainability.

The fund emphasizes a community-based approach, encouraging broad participation from local residents, volunteers, youth, and other