Last update: 2 October 2024
Hello, fellow climate action champions and grant-seekers! Welcome to Isabelle’s Top For-Profit Climate Grants in the USA. Every month, our grant guru, Isabelle, updates this exceptional list of non-dilutive funding opportunities for for-profit entities in the USA with upcoming deadlines.Written Progress believes in the power of businesses to change the future. That’s why we focus on identifying grants that for-profit companies are eligible to receive.
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Grants Overview for October 2024
Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)
When is it due? Applications are accepted on a continuous basis.
How much? Varies based on conservation practices, with annual payments starting at a minimum of $4,000.
Who funds it? Natural Resources Conservation Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Who’s eligible? For-profit agricultural legal entities managing land for agricultural or forest production.
What does it fund? CSP funds technical and financial assistance for agricultural and forest producers to enhance conservation practices on their land, focusing on soil health, water quality, wildlife habitat improvement, and increased climate resilience through sustainable land management practices.
Check it out here.
Community Power Accelerator Round 3
When is it due? December 17, 2024
How much? Up to $400,000
Who funds it? U.S. Department of Energy
Who’s eligible? For-profit solar developers and co-developers
What does it fund? It funds the development and financing of distributed solar projects like community solar, microgrids, and DERs. Support includes financial assistance, training, consulting, and tools to help developers expand solar access, especially in low-income and disadvantaged communities, fostering equitable and resilient clean energy solutions.
Check it out here.
Environmental Sustainability of a Clean Energy Transition (Enviro-SET)
When is it due? November 8, 2024
How much? Up to $700,000
Who funds it? California Energy Commission (CEC)
Who’s eligible? For-profit companies
What does it fund? This grant funds applied research and development projects to support California’s transition to a zero-carbon energy system. It focuses on monitoring solar energy footprints, assessing environmental impacts of clean energy, testing bird-friendly windows for decarbonized buildings, and identifying biologically appropriate exterior lighting to meet environmental goals.
Check it out here.
Citizen Science for Improved Stock Assessments and Climate-Ready Fisheries Management
When is it due? November 4, 2024
How much? Up to $200,000
Who funds it? Department of Commerce
Who’s eligible? For-profit organizations
What does it fund? The grant supports citizen science projects aimed at improving federal fishery stock assessments and advancing climate-ready fisheries management. Priority is given to projects that provide data for stock assessments and increase understanding of climate change impacts on fish stocks and fishing communities.
Check it out here.
Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act Grants
When is it due? October 31, 2024
How much? Up to $250,000
Who funds it? Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior
Who’s eligible? Small businesses
What does it fund? The grant supports the conservation of Neotropical migratory birds and their habitats, promoting partnership-based conservation efforts, protecting habitats, supporting bird conservation activities, and building capacity in local organizations.
Check it out here.
Understanding and Assessing drought in a Changing Climate (NIDIS)
When is it due? December 9, 2024
How much? $250,000 – $500,000
Who funds it? Department of Commerce
Who’s eligible? Commercial organizations
What does it fund? The Program funds research focused on improving drought indicators and assessments to better account for climate change impacts, with the goal of enhancing drought preparedness, mitigation, and response strategies.
Check it out here.
Wrapping up
As the climate polycrisis looms large, securing resources to enact change becomes ever more essential. Whether you’re a budding environmentalist or an organization geared towards sustainability, our curated list of top climate grants in the USA is designed to support your mission. Don’t let these opportunities pass you by – leverage them to foster a greener, brighter future for all. Ready to dive deeper? Contact us for a personalized consultation on your grant-seeking journey.