EPA Seeks Applicants for Environmental Education Grants

EPA Seeks Applicants for Environmental Education Grants

January 26, 2026

WASHINGTON - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced up to $3.2 million in funding for environmental education grants to support local, community-driven projects that help Americans protect their water, health, and natural surroundings. EPA expects to award up to 16 grants nationwide, ranging from $200,000 to $250,000 each through the Environmental Education Grant Program.

The Environmental Education Grant Program is designed to give Americans the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their environment; from protecting local waterways to supporting responsible stewardship in their own backyards. These grants support hands-on projects that help people better understand environmental challenges in their own communities and take practical steps to address them. Projects supported under this program emphasize real-world learning, community engagement, and solutions that can be applied at the local level.

The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is now posted on www.grants.govExit EPA's website and the Environmental Education Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity webpage and applications are due on March 3, 2026.

EPA's Environmental Education and Stewardship Division will host a webinar on February 5, 2026, to provide a general overview of the current NOFO, discuss how to write a competitive application, and answer commonly asked questions. Webinar registration details will be available on https://www.epa.gov/education/grants#webinar.

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Background

Since 1992, EPA has distributed between $2 and $3.5 million in grant funding per year under the Environmental Education Grant program, supporting more than 3,980 grants and making this grant program one of the most utilized in the agency. Additional background information on the Environmental Education Grants Program, along with helpful resources and templates for applicants can be found on the Environmental Education Grant Homepage.

Visit the Environmental Education grant FAQ and EPA Grants Community Library of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) webpages to learn more about the current competition and the federal grant process.