Life, Environmental, and Earth Sciences Grants for Nonprofits

GrantStation’s exclusive database features 311 active funding opportunities giving towards this area of interest, all accepting requests from new grantseekers!

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The New York Community Trust

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Application Deadline:

May 20, 2026, by 5 p.m. ET

The New York Community Trust seeks to create equitable and thriving communities throughout New York City, Long Island, and Westchester, NY.

The Trust is accepting proposals for the New York…

National Academy of Medicine

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Application Deadline:

May 20, 2026

The National Academy of Medicine presents awards annually to recognize singular individuals in the fields of health, medicine, and science.

The Academy accepts nominations for the following…

Nature Awards

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Application Deadline:

May 27, 2026

Nature Awards AI for Discovery recognizes applied, AI-powered scientific research that accelerates solutions to major global challenges.

The award is open to research teams using artificial…

Herbert W. Hoover Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Letters of inquiry: last business day of January, May, and September, annually
Applications: last business day of February, June, and October, annually

Grant Range:
$10000 - $547000
Average Grant:
$154831

The Herbert W. Hoover Foundation primarily supports nonprofit organizations in Stark County, OH.

The Foundation supports programs or projects in the following areas of interest:

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Ontario Wildlife Foundation

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Application Deadline:

May 30, 2026
 

The mission of the Ontario Wildlife Foundation is to raise awareness for the conservation and enhancement of Ontario’s natural resources through research and restoration.

Funding is…

Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust

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Application Deadline:

May 30, annually

The Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust supports nonprofit organizations seeking to improve the quality of life for residents of San Luis Obispo, CA, and the surrounding area.

The Trust'…

Colcom Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Letters of inquiry: none
Invited applications: February 28, May 31, August 31, and November 30, annually

Grant Range:
$9000 - $2870000
Average Grant:
$189105

The primary mission of the Colcom Foundation is to foster a sustainable environment to ensure quality of life for all Americans by addressing major causes and consequences of overpopulation and…

Oak Spring Garden Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Sabbatical Awards: July 26, 2026
Fellowships and Residencies: May 31, 2026

Grant Range:
$150 - $15000
Average Grant:
$2417

The Oak Spring Garden Foundation supports work exploring the history and future of plants, including the art, culture, and science of gardens and landscapes.

Support is…

Life sciences, environmental sciences and earth sciences are a collection of fields essential for both understanding and protecting the environment that we all live in. There are many nonprofits involved in this field - nonprofits that are only able to pursue their missions thanks to the generous funding provided by earth sciences grants.

These grants can be put towards all kinds of initiatives. These could include scientific research, public education, data collection, data monitoring as well as advocacy and public engagement. There are, in the same way, many different kinds of organizations that might write these kinds of grants. This includes many private foundations, such as the David and Lucile Packard Foundation. 

When drafting an earth sciences grant proposal, it is essential to use data to back up your claims. You need to prove that there is a real need being unmet, that your nonprofit is uniquely positioned to engage with. The exact statistics you’ll need will depend on your nonprofit’s mission, and the type of earth sciences you are engaging with. Good places to start looking for this data could include the U.S. Geological Survey, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration or the Global Biodiversity Information Facility. 

If you need further information on drafting great grant proposals, then make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the subject. You can start browsing a comprehensive selection of life, environmental and earth sciences grants right here, all open for applications.