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There are still many environmental and energy funding opportunities available for communities across Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Below we’ve shared relevant and upcoming funding opportunities. Unfortunately, due to changes in federal funding policies, our Center's services are slowed down until further notice. This funding page will not be consistently updated after March 21st. We apologize for funding opportunities that are out of date.

For additional funding discovery support, while our request intake form remains open, please expect significant delays or disruptions in our response. We hope the private funding spreadsheets to the right can still support your important work.

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We've put together the following spreadsheets to summarize philanthropic funding opportunities. We encourage you to bookmark these resources, as we will continue to update them as we discover more funding opportunities. You can also download a copy to focus on the funding sources most relevant to you.

Funding OrganizationFunding OpportunityFunding Source TypeDue DateWebsiteGeographyAmount AvailableBrief DescriptionEligibility Requirements
Philanthropy NorthwestThriving Communities Grantmakers Non-CompeteOtherSept 2, 2025Learn MoreAlaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington$48 million available, $75,000 per awardThe Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program aims to make it easier for community-based organizations to access federal environmental justice funding. Eligible applicants are “severely capacity-constrained” organizations: those with budgets under $500,000 or those serving areas with populations of 50,000 people or fewer.  If you meet this eligibility criteria, you may complete the non-compete intake form.Nonprofit organization, Tribal governments, Intertribal consortia, Native American organizations, local governments, Institutions of higher education
Oregon Health AuthorityPublic Health Equity grantStateAug 22, 2025Learn MoreOregonAwards are intended to be $25,000-300,000 per funded program areaMany different funding categories including Environmental Public Health, Preventing Environmental Exposures for Children's Health, and Community Resilience.Community-based organizations that operate in the state of OR
Energy Trust of OregonWorking Together GrantsOtherAug 15, 2025Learn MoreOregon$100,000 available, $5-10K per awardTo help nonprofit organizations reach and serve their customers and communities with clean energy solutions.
Level 1: To conduct outreach, explore Energy Trust offers and build capacity through education and training.
Level 2: To supplement an existing program or program in development that would result in customer participation in Energy Trust’s energy efficiency and renewable energy offers.
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Oregon or Washington
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)Lead Hazard Reduction grant programFederalAug 14, 2025Learn MoreNational$364.5 million available, $1-7 million per awardTo maximize the number of children under the age of six protected from lead poisoning by assisting states, cities, counties/parishes, Native American Tribes or other units of local government in undertaking comprehensive programs to identify and control lead-based paint hazards in eligible privately-owned rental or owner-occupied housing populations. Federally recognized Tribes, state governments, city or town governments, county governments, special district governments
Washington Department of CommerceTribal Electric Boats ProgramStateOct 23, 2025Learn MoreWashington$4.75 million available, up to $1.187 million per awardThis grant program is for the purchase of or conversion to electric motors and engines for fishing vessels, including vessels for patrol, research, or other uses that ensure tribal fishing rights and activities. Funds can be used for project management, engineering, new vessels, vessel repowers, engine retrofits, charging pedestals, make-ready infrastructure, ongoing operations and maintenance, and other project-related costs.
Federally recognized tribes or enterprises operated by federally recognized tribes whose traditional lands and territories included parts of Washington or were directly adjacent to Washington’s border.
USDA Rural DevelopmentEmergency Community Water Assistance GrantsFederalRollingLearn MoreNationalUp to $1 million per awardProjects that help eligible communities prepare, or recover from, an emergency that threatens the availability of safe, reliable drinking water. Projects may include: Constructing water transmission line or extension; Repairing breaks or leaks in existing water distribution line; Addressing related maintenance necessary to replenish the water supply; Construction of new wells, reservoirs, transmission lines, treatment plants, and/or other sources of water (water source up to and including the treatment plant).Rurally located public bodies, nonprofit organizations, and Federally recognized Tribes
Bureau of ReclamationEmergency Drought Relief for TribesFederalOct 14, 2025Learn MoreNational$9 million available, $50K-$2 million per awardTo provide emergency drought relief for Tribes. Activities funded through this Program must provide near-term drought relief actions that mitigate drought impacts for Tribes who are impacted by the operation of a Reclamation water project.Federally recognized Tribes in 17 western states, including WA, ID and OR
National Forest FoundationMatching Awards Program: Connecting People to ForestsPrivateJan 2026 (specific date TBD)Learn MoreNationalTBD, but previously about $5,000-70,000 per awardFocuses primarily on in-person community engagement and completion of appropriate stewardship activities. Program goals are to create lasting change that will allow all communities opportunities to benefit from activities on National Forest System lands or adjacent public lands.Nonprofit organizations, Tribal governments and organizations, and universities.
University of WashingtonWashington Coastal Resilience and Adaptation Funding for Tribes (WA-CRAFT)OtherAug 11, 2025Learn MoreWashington$60,000 per eligible TribeNon-competitive funding for coastal WA Tribes to support climate resilience work through activities such as capacity building, climate change vulnerability assessment or adaptation planning, adaptation implementation projects, policy development and more.Federally recognized Tribes located on the Washington coast. See here for all eligible Tribes
Environmental Protection AgencyFY2026 Brownfields Job Training Grants ProgramFederalSep 26, 2026Learn MoreNational$14 million available, up to $500,000 per awardThis funding helps communities address challenges posed by Brownfields through robust job training programs that work alongside remediation and redevelopment efforts. Grant awards are selected through a competitive process and are available for up to $500,000 with a project period of up to five years, with up to 20 awards anticipated.Local government, nonprofit organization, federally recognized Tribes, Alaska Native Village or Corporation, (check NOFO page 3)
Tribal Energy AlternativesTribal Solar Gap FundingPrivateAug 15, 2025Learn MoreNationalUp to $250,000 per awardThe Tribal Solar Gap Funding Grant supports solar projects of any type that require a tribal cost-share (ex. Federal or State grant programs) or are leveraging funding from other grant opportunities or initiatives.Federally recognized tribal governments, Tribally led nonprofits including schools
Social Justice Fund NorthwestMountain West Organizing GrantPrivateAug 14, 2025Learn MoreOregon, IdahoTwo-year grants of $25,000 per year, totaling $50,000 per organization.Support community organizing that builds grassroots power such as Building capacity and knowledge around anti-hate and white nationalist movements; equitable access to affordable housing and healthcare; public advocacy; coalition-building and base-building; policy making at the local and statewide levels.501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) or fiscally sponsored organizations, or Tribal government or agency; organizations must work within SJF's community organizing framework, priority for BIPOC-led and rural focused organizations
Oregon Department of EnergyCommunity Renewable Energy Program (C-REP)StateSep 19, 2025Learn MoreOregon$12 million available, up to $100K for planning, up to $1 million for constructionFor planning or constructing a community renewable energy or energy resilience project. ​Eligible projects include renewable energy generation systems like solar or wind, and energy storage systems, electric vehicle charging stations, or microgrid technologies paired with new or existing​ renewable energy systems. Oregon Tribes, public bodies, and consumer-ow​ned utilities. Public bodies include counties, municipalities, and special government bodies such as ports and irrigation districts.
Oregon Department of Environmental QualityOregon Zero-Emission Fueling Infrastructure GrantsStateAug 15, 2025Learn MoreOregon$3 million available, up to $249,000 per awardTo develop plans and install charging infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emissions vehicle fleets. OZEF awards will cover up to 80% of eligible costs, with up to $137,000 available for installation of a single DC fast charger, or up to $249,000 for two DC fast chargers.Oregon businesses, organizations, local governments and individuals planning to install private and/or public charging infrastructure.
Oregon Department of Environmental QualityDiesel Emissions Mitigation GrantsStateAug 15, 2025Learn MoreOregonAbout $12.8 million available, amount variesTo swap older diesel vehicles, engines or equipment for similar, newer, cleaner zero-emission vehicles, technologies or retrofit exhaust controls. Oregon businesses, organizations, local governments and individuals with medium- and heavy-duty diesel fleets
National Forest FoundationStandard grants - 2025 Collaborative Capacity ProgramPrivateAug 22, 2025Learn MoreNational10-15 awards up to $30,000; 5-10 awards up to $75,000The National Forest Foundation’s Collaborative Capacity Program financial awards provide resources to support collaborative activities that increase wildfire resilience, recreation opportunities, forest health, and rural economies. Eligible efforts must describe how investments in collaboration will support a long-term strategy for achieving stewardship outcomes and how these outcomes benefit National Forest System lands. Federally recognized Tribal governments and Tribal organizations, nonprofit organizations, local government entities, colleges and universities.
USDA Rural DevelopmentGrants for Rural and Native Alaskan VillagesFederalAccepted year roundLearn MoreAlaskaUp to 75% of project costsThis program helps remote Alaskan villages provide safe, reliable drinking water and waste disposal systems for households and businesses. The grant must be used to remedy a dire sanitation condition such as: Recurring instances of waterborne communicable disease; Individual residents hauling water to or human waste from, their homes or are using outhouses because no community-wide water and sewer system exists.Rural Alaska villages with a population of 10,000 or less and median income less than 110% of state average (or ADEC or ANTHC can apply on village behalf)
Social Justice Fund NorthwestEmerging Justice FundPrivate5 deadlines in 2025, last one is Sept 12Learn MoreWashington, Oregon, Idaho$500,000 available, $10,000 per awardUnrestricted funds to resource grassroots organizing for communities that have been and continue to be targeted by Federal, State and Local policies. The Emerging Justice Fund will resource organizations that are Black, Indigenous, or People of Color-led.501c3 or 501c4, Tribal government or agency, fiscally sponsored by above orgs or governments
Rasmuson FoundationTier 1 AwardsPrivateRollingLearn MoreAlaskaUp to $35,000For small capital projects and one-time investments in things like technology upgrades, renovation work, vehicles, and furnishings501c3 organization, or local or Tribal government in Alaska
Alaska Conservation FoundationRapid Response grantsPrivateRollingLearn MoreAlaskaUp to $15,000Support for direct conservation action to address urgent or unforeseen opportunities or threats of statewide significance, leading to more robust environmental policy and enduring conservation impact.Nonprofit or equivalent engaged in conservation advocacy
Seward Community FoundationMini grantsPrivateRollingLearn MoreAlaskaU to $1,000Grants may support a broad range of community needs, including, but not limited to: health and wellness, education, the great outdoors, arts and culture, and community development. 501c3 organizations, Tribal entities, schools or faith-based organizations in Seward or Moose Pass
Murdock Charitable TrustStrategic GrantsPrivateOct 1-Dec 26, 2025, Letter of Inquiry required as first step, new three-period annual cycleLearn MoreAlaska, Idaho, Oregon, WashingtonVaries, up to $3 millionStrategic grant funding on projects that contribute to human flourishing, enhancing nonprofit organizational capacity and furthering mission-focused impact to the Pacific Northwest. Nonprofit organization, federally recognized tribal entity, or some government entities like university or medical center
Wildhorse FoundationGeneral grantsTribalOct 1 and quarterlyLearn MoreWashington, OregonUp to $30,000To advance program areas such as Environmental Protection, Salmon Restoration, Arts, Cultural Activities, Education and Public Health.
Nonprofit, Tribal or government organization in the Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation homelands
Inatai FoundationSponsorshipsPrivate60 days before planned eventLearn MoreWashington$2,500-5,000 per eventTo support events and gatherings, especially for organizations working for equity and racial justice.501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) organization, tribe, or nonprofit corporation based in Washington or providing services to Washington communities
Seattle FoundationNeighbor 2 NeighborPrivateOct 30, 2025 and quarterlyLearn MoreWashingtonUp to $7,500Address racial and economic inequities by supporting projects that increase community engagement, power and influence of those most affected by those inequities.Small organizations in South Seattle, White Center, Kent and SeaTac/Tukwila.
The Norcliffe FoundationGeneral grantsPrivateRollingLearn MoreWashingtonVariesFor capacity building, capital, operating, and program support in the areas of Civic & Community, Arts & Culture, Education, Human & Social Services, Healthcare & Research501c3 org or fiscal sponsor located within Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Mason, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit counties, Snohomish, Thurston, Whatcom
Community Foundation of Southwest WashingtonFocus GrantsPrivateAugust 30, 2025Learn MoreWashington$25,000-50,000Flexible, general operation support for orgs working to disrupt intergenerational poverty and addressing basic needs, educational attainment and asset building.501c3 organizations, fiscally sponsored projects, government and tribal agencies, churches, school district, and other public entities in Cowlitz, Clark and Skamania County
Community Foundation of Southwest WashingtonSocial Justice & Resiliency GrantsPrivateRollingLearn MoreWashington$5,000-25,000Rapid response grants to BIPOC or culturally specific orgs, or orgs focused on systemic change, policy, advocacy efforts, or equity work.501c3 organizations, fiscally sponsored projects, government and tribal agencies, churches, school district, and other public entities in Cowlitz, Clark and Skamania County
Spirit Mountain Community FundLarge GrantsTribalLetter of intent by Oct 1, full proposal by Dec 1, 2025 (repeats quarterly)Learn MoreOregonUp to $50K for programmatic work, $100K for capital projects6 programmatic areas, including Environmental Preservation that support those who restore, preserve and protect our air, water, land and living environment so we can leave a healthier future for generations to come. And additional priorities in Environmental Preservation501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in an 11-county service area, government agencies in Lane, Polk, Tillamook, and Yamhill County, and to the nine federally recognized Tribes of Oregon.
Spirit Mountain Community FundSmall GrantsTribalLetter of intent by Sep 3, full proposal by Nov 11, 2025 (repeats quarterly)Learn MoreOregonUp to $7,5006 programmatic areas, including Environmental Preservation that support those who restore, preserve and protect our air, water, land and living environment so we can leave a healthier future for generations to come. And additional priorities in Environmental Preservation501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in an 11-county service area, government agencies in Lane, Polk, Tillamook, and Yamhill County, and to the nine federally recognized Tribes of Oregon.
Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF)Mini grantsOtherOct 1, 2025 (and quarterly)Learn MoreOregon$50,000 available per quarter, up to $5,000 per awardFor activities that align with the PCEF goals of addressing climate change while advancing racial and social justice. Mini grants provide an opportunity for organizations to fund a wide range of activities, including grant writing support, small projects, events, and training.Nonprofit organizations, including fiscal sponsors, for projects in Portland
Bandon Dunes Charitable FoundationSmall Grants programPrivateRolling, until funds are utilizedLearn MoreOregonUp to $5,000 per awardBe more responsive to needs that make a positive impact on South Coast of Oregon communities. The grants can be used for a variety of capacity or project work.

Community projects in the South Coast of Oregon
Social Justice Fund NorthwestSeed GrantsPrivateRollingLearn MoreWashington, Oregon, IdahoUp to $5,000 per awardGeneral operating grants to support new and emerging groups that are developing their community organizing work but might not yet meet all the qualifications for SJF’s Giving Project grants.501(c)(3) or 501(c)4 nonprofit, federally recognized Tribal government or agency or fiscally sponsored by either a nonprofit or Tribal government and use a community organizing approach
Social Justice Fund NorthwestRapid Response grantsPrivateRollingLearn MoreWashington, Oregon, IdahoUp to $3,000 per awardProject specific grants to help grassroots organizations respond quickly to the changing political climate with actions and/or strategies that could not have been anticipated.501(c)(3) or 501(c)4 nonprofit, federally recognized Tribal government or agency or fiscally sponsored by either a nonprofit or Tribal government and use a community organizing approach
PGECommunity Sponsorships and ContributionsPrivateRollingLearn MoreOregonUp to about $5,000 per awardCommunity partnerships focus on climate science, clean energy education, workforce development and environmental stewardship.501(c)(3) or qualifying equivalent in PGE territory
Pacific PowerGrant writing supportPrivateRollingLearn MoreWashingtonGrant writing costsGrant writing support for EV-related grantsNonresidential Pacific Power customers in Washington
Reser Family FoundationFast Track Grant ProgramPrivateFeb 1, 2026 (repeats every 6 months)Learn MoreOregonUp to $15,000 per award4 funding priorities - Environment, Health, Education and Arts. Environment - Grants supporting the vitality of the natural environment. Grants supporting the built environment & community development.501(c)(3) for at least 3 years based in Oregon, public schools, Oregon municipalities, Tribal entities
Reser Family FoundationMid Size Grant ProgramPrivateFeb 1, 2026 (repeats every 6 months)Learn MoreOregon$20,000-60,000 per award4 funding priorities - Environment, Health, Education and Arts. Environment - Grants supporting the vitality of the natural environment. Grants supporting the built environment & community development.501(c)(3) for at least 3 years based in Oregon, public schools, Oregon municipalities, Tribal entities
Roundhouse FoundationSmall GrantsPrivateOpen January - Nov 30; new apps considered monthly.Learn MoreOregon$500-2,500 per awardSmall grants can support grassroots, innovative work and projects that may not have a need for a significant budget. Small grants also offer opportunities to explore and test new approaches and endeavors which can then be replicated for broader impact. For new partners, this is a great first-time grant program to consider.501(c)(3) organizations, government entities (including special districts) and Tribal governments serving rural Oregon, especially first-time partners.
Ford Family FoundationTechnical Assistance GrantsPrivateRolling - always openLearn MoreOregonUp to $5,000These grants can be used to attend a conference, develop leadership expertise, engage in strategic planning or hire an outside consultant with specialized expertise.Mostly 501c3 nonprofits, governmental agencies and tribal nations in rural Oregon.
Ford Family FoundationGood Neighbor GrantsPrivateRolling - always openLearn MoreOregonUp to $25,000Good Neighbor grants are designed to support the initiatives that matter in community, including unforeseen emergencies that interrupt programming or services. Ford funds both program and capital requests.Mostly 501c3 nonprofits, governmental agencies and tribal nations in rural Oregon.
Ford Family FoundationLarger funding requestsPrivateRolling - always openLearn MoreOregonOver $25,000For programs, operations and capital projects that align with funding priorities such as community, family and education.Mostly 501c3 nonprofits, governmental agencies and tribal nations in rural Oregon.
NDN CollectiveCommunity Action FundPrivateRolling until Oct 31, 2025 or funds expendedLearn MoreNationalUp to $20,000The Community Action Fund (CAF) grants support direct actions and organizing efforts that are often urgent and time sensitive. CAF prioritizes frontline, grassroots and community-based efforts that defend Indigenous peoples rights, communities and nations, including responses to climate disasters.Indigenous-led frontline, grassroots, and community-based groups and organizations, including non-profit organizations, U.S. based Tribes, tribal non-profit entities or tribal programs, Alaska Native Villages or their non-profit entities, and Individual Indigenous people leading direct action or movement building work.
US DOE Office of Indian EnergyEnergy Technology Deployment on Tribal LandsFederalNotice of Intent to launch funding in spring 2025 (still has not been posted)Learn MoreNational$25 million available, up to $100,000-$5 million per awardInstall energy generating system(s) and/or energy efficiency measure(s) for Tribal building(s)
Deploy community-scale energy generating system(s) or energy storage on Tribal lands
Install integrated energy system(s) for autonomous operation (independent of the traditional centralized electric power grid) to power a single or multiple essential Tribal building(s) during emergency situations or for Tribal community resilience
Power unelectrified Tribal buildings.
Tribes, which include Alaska Native Regional Corporations and Village Corporations (hereafter referred collectively as “Indian Tribes”),Intertribal Organizations, and Tribal Energy Development Organizations
Idaho PowerSolar 4R SchoolsOtherMarch 1 and Oct 1 each yearLearn MoreIdahoCost of solar panels + electricity bill offsetSolar 4R Schools educates students about renewable energy by placing solar installations on school property, along with a data monitoring system and a curriculum package. Energy generated by these small-scale solar-electric systems helps participating schools offset a portion of their electricity use. K-12 schools in Idaho Power's service area.
Bonneville Power AdministrationTribal Low-Income Energy Efficiency ProgramFederalSept 30, 2025Learn MoreIdaho, Oregon, WashingtonTypical awards range from $15,000-$100,000The purpose of BPA funding is to increase energy efficiency of dwellings owned or occupied by Eligible Low Income Persons/Participants (ELP) in areas served by Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) Utility Customers. American Indian Tribes serving Eligible Low-Income Persons/Participants (ELP) in areas served by Bonneville Power Administration (BPA)
Clean Energy GroupTechnical Assistance FundPrivateRollingLearn MoreNationalTypical grant is $9,500The Technical Assistance Fund provides dedicated one-on-one support to help organizations gain a better understanding of solar+storage and its benefits, along with targeted funding to engage technical expertise to produce a solar+storage feasibility assessment for a proposed project.Projects must directly serve low-income communities, communities of color, environmental justice and frontline communities.
Oregon Department of ForestryUrban and Community Forestry - Tribal Governments Subaward ProgramsStateJune 30, 2026Learn MoreOregon$12 million available, awards of $10,000-$1 millionPromote community and urban forest investment and tree equity for overburdened and underserved communities.Federally recognized Tribes
Rasmuson FoundationLegacy GrantsPrivateFeb 15 and Aug 15, repeated each yearLearn MoreAlaskaMinimum $250,000Legacy grants support capital projects, programs of strategic importance, and innovative solutions to issues of community or statewide significance. Examples of projects:
Construction, renovation, and furnishings
Large-scale creative works
Buildings, equipment, and vehicles
Historic preservation
Pilot projects or program expansion
Some types of match funding
Organizations working in Alaska - 501(c)(3) organization, or a local or Tribal government.
Idaho Office of Energy and Mineral ResourcesGovernment Leading by ExampleStateApplications currently being accepted (no listed due date)Learn MoreIdahoFor rural cities and counties that want to save energy in existing public buildings. Approved applicants will receive a building energy audit which will identify energy saving opportunities, and may qualify for some cost-share funding on energy efficient retrofits. For rural cities and counties in Idaho
U.S. Department of AgricultureElectric Infrastructure Loan & Loan Guarantee Program (LGP)FederalrollingLearn MoreNationalLoan Funds Insured loans primarily finance the construction of electric distribution facilities in rural areas. The guaranteed loan program has been expanded and is now available to finance generation, transmission, and distribution facilities. The loans and loan guarantees finance the construction of electric distribution, transmission, and generation facilities, including system improvements and replacement required to furnish and improve electric service in rural areas, as well as demand side management, energy conservation programs, and on-grid and off-grid renewable energy systems.Most retail or power supply providers serving qualified rural areas, including:

State and local governmental entities
Federally-recognized Tribes
Nonprofits including cooperatives and limited dividend or mutual associations
For-profit businesses (must be a corporation or limited liability company)
Washington Department of CommerceEnergy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG) for local governmentsStateUntil all funds are subscribedLearn MoreWashingtonVaries, awards have been $15,000-$253,000The program funds three types of pre-construction activities:
Communities that work with consultants to develop plans and strategies for energy efficiency and conservation including financing, purchasing, and installing energy efficiency, renewable energy, and zero-emission transportation and associated infrastructure
Energy audits that are conducted on commercial and residential buildings
Public education programs developed to build public awareness and energy saving actions
Washington local governments, such as city and counties
USDA Rural DevelopmentRural Energy For America Program (REAP)FederalThrough 2031, with application deadlines each quarterLearn MoreNationalup $1 millionPromote energy efficiency and underutilized renewable energy development for agricultural producers and rural small businesses through: (1) grants for energy audits and renewable energy development assistance; (2) financial assistance for energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy systems; and (3) technical assistance for applying for Rural Energy for America Program funding.Agriculture producers, Rural small businesses

“The methods for this work approved by US EPA allows tribal governments and their members to identify and prioritize the needs they will see addressed for their individual community.”

– Kristin K’eit, RCAC Alaska Field Manager and Environmental Finance Center Manager based in Anchorage, Alaska