Maryland Department of Natural Resources (via U.S. EPA)

Grant for Environmental Education Nonprofits and Schools

$75k

Amount

Cash

Dec 11, 2026

Deadline

2 months left

Maryland

Geography

Regional

Grant

Type

Government

Education
Environment & Sustainability
Youth & Family Services
Community Development & Housing

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About this grant

Funds learning experiences and educational opportunities focused on environmental issue exploration, investigation, and stewardship action within Maryland's portion of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Supports two tracks: formal K-12 education systems and community or public education programs. Projects may include transportation to natural areas, environmental educator professional development, community environmental education programs, and supply costs for field investigations.

What you get

Up to $75,000 in grant funding
Funding for transportation and facility fees to access natural areas
Funding for environmental engagement or stewardship activities
Funding for educator professional development and training
Funding for supply costs for environmental investigations and field equipment

How to apply

Transmittal letter on official letterhead signed by authorized executive
Letter(s) of support from school system or organization leadership (Track 1) or partners (Track 2)
Complete Budget Table (available on Grants Gateway website)
Letters of support from participating partners and impacted community members (Track 1)
Communication and Engagement Strategy
Environmental Literacy Plan or evidence of environmental literacy programming (Track 1)
Outline or documentation of environmental programming, training plan, and/or activities (Track 2)
Track number included in proposal title (e.g., Track 1 or Track 2)

Eligibility

Must be a local non-governmental organization, non-profit, local or state agency, school, school system, or higher learning institution
Projects must be located within Maryland's portion of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
Projects must be located on public lands, schoolyards, community property, or private property within the watershed
Applicants must collaborate with the student or community they will be working with to build capacity, engagement, and stewardship
Proposals must address the needs of the community and include community voices

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