Resources & Opportunities for Grant Applicants

• APNEP Grants
• Other Grants
• Grant Databases

Requests for Proposals

Currently, APNEP does not have any open requests for proposals.  Please check this page periodically for new funding opportunities, or connect with us to be notified when APNEP grants become available.

Grants and Assistance from Other Organizations

USDA Forest Service Community Forest and Open Space Program

The Community Forest Program (CFP) protects forests that are important for people and the places they call home. Community forests provide many benefits such as places to recreate and enjoy nature; they protect habitat, water quality and other environmental benefits, and they can provide economic benefits through timber resources. Community Forests have also long been sites for environmental and cultural education. Total funding anticipated for awards is $3.15 million, and individual grant applications may not exceed $400,000. Applications are due to the State Forester or the appropriate Tribal official by May 15, 2012 and June 14, 2012 for State Forester or equivalent official of the Indian tribe submitting the applications to the Forest Service.

Clean Water Act Section 319 Grants

The North Carolina Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is seeking proposals from government agencies and nonprofit organizations to address nonpoint sources of pollution in the state. In federal Fiscal Year (FY) 2012, North Carolina anticipates receiving approximately $1.6 million of federal grant monies from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that will be available on a competitive basis under Section 319(h) of the Clean Water Act. Applications are due on May 24, 2012.

Sea Grant/WRRI Grant

North Carolina Sea Grant and the Water Resources Research Institute of the University of North Carolina are providing competitive funding for one-year research proposals. The proposed work must focus on a significant aspect of the connection between North Carolina coastal waters and the fresh water inputs they receive. The principal investigator must be a faculty member at a North Carolina college or university. Budgets may not exceed $20,000. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on June 1, 2012.

Virginia Environmental Endowment Mini-grant Program

The Virginia Mini-Grant Program has enabled thousands of citizens to become actively involved in solving environmental problems in their own hometowns. With grants of $5,000 or less, schools have initiated environmental science courses and outdoor classroom projects, volunteers have monitored water quality in dozens of local streams and rivers, and communities have developed innovative strategies to ensure environmental quality is improved in their community. These are intended to be one-time, start-up grants, and preference is given to modest local projects. Applications must be received by June 15 or December 1.

National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program

The Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection, and Restoration Act established the National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program to acquire, restore, and enhance wetlands in coastal states through competitive matching grants to State agencies. The primary goal of the program is the long term conservation of coastal wetland ecosystems. The Fish and Wildlife Service expects that approximately $17.5 million will be available for grants in FY 2013. Awards typically range from $200,000 (there is no specific minimum) to a maximum of $1,000,000. Closing Date: June 29, 2012.

Grant Databases

In addition to detailing specific grant opportunities, APNEP also maintains a list of grant databases.

EPA Catalog of Federal Funding Sources for Watershed Protection

The Catalog of Federal Funding Sources for Watershed Protection website is a searchable database of financial assistance sources (grants, loans, cost-sharing) available to fund a variety of watershed protection projects.

Grants.gov

A comprehensive source for federal grants.

NC Division of Water Quality: Financial Resources for Watersheds

A source for water quality grants, cost shares, and loans.

NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources Financial Assistance

This listing provides a list of grant opportunities, tax credits, and other financial assistance available from the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

NC Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs Grant Database

Visit the North Carolina Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs grants page to learn about environmental education grant opportunities from public and private sources.

NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation Grant Database

NOAA awards grants and cooperative agreements to support research and conservation initiatives coordinated by state and local governments, non-profits, colleges and universities. Opportunities available in the APNEP region include NOAA's Community-based Restoration Program, Open Rivers Initiative, and Restoration Partnerships.

UNC Environmental Finance Center Resources

Summary of NC water, wastewater and stormwater funding programs.