Environment Grants in New Jersey

Browse open environment grants available to organizations in New Jersey. Our database includes federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities. Answer a few questions to see which grants you qualify for.

14 open environment grants in New Jersey

14 grants worth up to $17.1M match your search

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Claneil Foundation Environmental Grant

open

Claneil Foundation

Environmental sustainability and conservation in the mid-Atlantic region

$15K – $100K

2026-08-15

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ALA NJ Clean Air Grant

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American Lung Association

Clean air research, education, and advocacy programs in NJ

$10K – $75K

2026-12-31

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FirstEnergy Foundation Community Grants

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FirstEnergy Foundation

Supports STEM education, community improvement, and diversity and inclusion programs in FirstEnergy service territories.

$3K – $200K

Rolling

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Environmental Literacy Grants

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Grants for formal and informal education projects to build environmental literacy about ocean, coastal, Great Lakes, weather, and climate topics.

$100K – $500K

Rolling

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NOAA Sea Grant College Program

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Grants through a national network of 34 Sea Grant programs for marine research, education, and extension activities in coastal communities.

$50K – $1M

Rolling

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NJ DEP Environmental Grants

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NJ Dept of Environmental Protection

Grants for open space preservation, water quality, and brownfield remediation in New Jersey.

$10K – $500K

Rolling

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Coastal Zone Management Grants

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Grants to coastal states for implementing approved coastal zone management programs, including planning, permitting, and resource protection.

$500K – $5M

Rolling

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Marine Debris Program

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Grants for prevention, removal, and research of marine debris, including community-based cleanups, derelict fishing gear removal, and debris monitoring.

$25K – $500K

Rolling

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Climate Adaptation Grants

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Competitive grants for climate adaptation planning and implementation in coastal and Great Lakes communities, including vulnerability assessments and resilience strategies.

$100K – $2M

Rolling

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NOAA Habitat Restoration Grants

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Grants for restoring coastal and marine habitats including wetlands, coral reefs, mangroves, and fish passage to benefit trust species and coastal communities.

$50K – $3M

Rolling

environmenthabitat restorationmarine science

Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG)

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USDA — NRCS

Competitive grants for innovative approaches to conservation on working agricultural lands, including soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat.

$50K – $2M

Rolling

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Monmouth Conservation Foundation Grants

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Monmouth Conservation Foundation

Monmouth Conservation Foundation is an active grantmaking foundation based in Middletown, NJ. Focus: environmental. Contact the foundation directly for current funding opportunities.

$24K – $238K

Rolling

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AmeriCorps State and National Grants

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AmeriCorps

Grants to organizations to engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions addressing community needs in education, health, environment, economic opportunity, and disaster services.

$100K – $1.5M

Rolling

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Exelon Foundation Community Grants

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Exelon Foundation

Supports STEM education, workforce development, and community resilience programs in Exelon utility service territories in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest.

$5K – $500K

Rolling

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Environment Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant Name	Funder	Amount	Deadline
Claneil Foundation Environmental Grant	Claneil Foundation	$15K - $100K	Aug 15, 2026
ALA NJ Clean Air Grant	American Lung Association	$10K - $75K	Dec 31, 2026
FirstEnergy Foundation Community Grants	FirstEnergy Foundation	$3K - $200K	Rolling / Open
Environmental Literacy Grants	National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration	$100K - $500K	Rolling / Open
NOAA Sea Grant College Program	National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration	$50K - $1M	Rolling / Open
NJ DEP Environmental Grants	NJ Dept of Environmental Protection	$10K - $500K	Rolling / Open
Coastal Zone Management Grants	National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration	$500K - $5M	Rolling / Open
Marine Debris Program	National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration	$25K - $500K	Rolling / Open
Climate Adaptation Grants	National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration	$100K - $2M	Rolling / Open
NOAA Habitat Restoration Grants	National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration	$50K - $3M	Rolling / Open

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Frequently Asked Questions: Environment Grants in New Jersey

How many environment grants are available in New Jersey?

FindGrants currently lists 14+ environment grants available to organizations in New Jersey. This includes federal, state, and foundation funding. New grants are added weekly as opportunities open.

How do I apply for environment grants in New Jersey?

Start by searching FindGrants for environment funding in New Jersey. Each grant listing includes eligibility requirements, award amounts, and application deadlines. Use the free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization, and FindGrants will score and rank the grants you qualify for with application guidance.

Who can apply for environment grants in New Jersey?

Eligibility varies by grant. Common eligible applicants for environment grants in New Jersey include nonprofits, small businesses, schools, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups. Each grant has specific requirements listed on its detail page.

Are there federal environment grants for New Jersey?

Yes. Federal agencies fund environment programs nationwide, and organizations in New Jersey are eligible. Federal sources indexed by FindGrants include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH, USDA, and more. These are listed alongside state and local funding on this page.

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