Best Grants for Environmental Projects in Delaware

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware that support children, education, or health and human services can apply for monetary grants from Costco Foundation. Funding supports community programs in areas like child welfare, youth services, and children’s health; environmental organizations with qualifying youth or human services programming may be eligible.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can seek funding for programs such as environmental education, clean air and water initiatives, and poverty or homelessness services. Focused on enriching children’s lives, the DanPaul Foundation offers up to US $15,000 for projects, including those based in Delaware, that match its mission and goals.

Early-stage, independent nonprofit and impact-first organizations working on environmental solutions in Delaware and other priority regions can receive up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable, systems-focused programs benefiting underserved communities. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation also provides intensive capacity-building support and connections to help ventures move from post-pilot to pre-scale growth.

Focused on energy efficiency upgrades, this program invites Delaware non-residential facilities to apply for funding to install or expand combined heat and power (CHP) systems. Eligible commercial, industrial, nonprofit, governmental, and local government entities can receive up to US $250,000 from the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to reduce energy use and support environmental performance.

Delaware non-residential, commercial, industrial, governmental, and nonprofit facilities planning energy-efficiency upgrades can access funding through Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control to support custom, site-specific projects. Grants up to US $250,000 help cover comprehensive electric and gas efficiency measures, including complex retrofits and horticultural lighting, for both new construction and existing buildings that exceed minimum energy code requirements.

Non-residential commercial, industrial, governmental, and nonprofit facilities in Delaware can receive funding to assess and upgrade inefficient equipment and systems to energy-efficient alternatives. Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control supports energy efficiency and conservation by funding energy audits, feasibility studies, project design, and implementation of cost-effective energy conservation measures, with awards up to US $250,000.

Non-residential facilities in Delaware can receive Energy Efficiency Investment Fund prescriptive pathway grants to upgrade lighting, HVAC and water-heating systems, and appliances with high-efficiency equipment. Grants from Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control help cover up to 60% of project costs, up to US $250,000, for retrofit or new construction energy-efficiency improvements that exceed code.

Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives from State Farm Companies Foundation. Delaware organizations working on disaster preparedness, community revitalization, or related environmental and neighborhood projects may be eligible if their programs match these focus areas.

Organizations running education, health, or family economic stability projects for urban low-income children in Delaware may be eligible for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards are more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible entities include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other public-benefit organizations working within the foundation’s focus areas.

Grants from PNC Foundation help Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits fund early childhood education and community economic development programs in communities where PNC has a significant presence. Eligible projects may include early learning for low- to moderate-income children, job training, affordable housing support, small business assistance, arts and cultural enrichment, and neighborhood revitalization initiatives.

Environmental and community-focused charities in Delaware can seek support for humanitarian, environmental conservation, disaster relief, STEM education, and contemporary arts projects. Grants from La Roche help accredited charities deliver sustainable development initiatives, youth and community programs, and cultural or science-related activities in countries where Roche operates, including the U.S., through locally managed affiliate giving.

Delaware environmental organizations with programs in health, education, or humanitarian aid can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for work serving marginalized and vulnerable communities. This global funder supports initiatives such as healthcare access, disaster relief, child and women’s services, and other human and social services in the U.S. and internationally.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits conducting charitable, scientific, medical, educational, or related programs can apply for support that must be used within the country. With a mission to strengthen broadly beneficial services, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Delaware organizations, including those with environmental initiatives, with project or program funding that materially advances community welfare.

501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Delaware can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support to advance environmental initiatives alongside broader community programs. Funding may support projects related to the environment, neighborhood preservation, workforce education, basic needs, arts and culture, and diversity and inclusion that strengthen low- and moderate-income communities.

Nonprofit organizations in Delaware with health-related projects can apply for Delaware Community Foundation’s Highmark BluePrints for the Community large grants, awarding US $50,000 - US $200,000 for programs and services. Initiatives that expand healthcare access, address social determinants of health, or improve neighborhood environments may benefit environmental projects with community health impacts.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on environmental projects in Delaware can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support preservation, pollution, sustainability, or environmental justice efforts. Smaller organizations under a $1 million budget and with overhead below 25% may also seek funding for related humanitarian, education, or animal welfare work.

Environmental and wildlife conservation 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Delaware can use this storytelling grant to showcase the real-world impact of their work. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports organizations advancing preservation, education, or wellness, with a current focus on unsolicited applications from wildlife conservation nonprofits in the U.S., offering awards of more than US $50,000.

Delaware nonprofits and public entities working on cardiovascular health, community health, or related research can access funding through the Edna Kynett Memorial Foundation for programs in the Delaware Valley. Projects that address heart disease prevention, health disparities, and innovative, community-based interventions in underserved populations may be eligible, including efforts with environmental or lifestyle components.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for community services programs or fundraising events may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships, including those serving Delaware communities. Focused on community involvement and corporate citizenship, Insperity invites charities connected to its employees, clients, or service areas to request financial, volunteer, or in-kind support once per year.

Environmental nonprofits in Delaware can seek funding for conservation, sustainability, and environmental education projects, with awards up to US $10,000. Focused on environment and sustainable resources management, the Joseph Robert Foundation supports smaller 501(c)(3) organizations with program, research, training, education, and general operating needs in the mid-Atlantic region, including Delaware.

Delaware 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services work can access funding through the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants are unrestricted and may be used for general operating or project costs, with no geographic restrictions and reasonable indirect costs allowed.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek project funding in areas including environment, education, health care, social services, civic, and cultural programs, primarily in the U.S., including Delaware. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help support one-year initiatives with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000.

Delaware municipalities, community groups, and other organizations planning environmental projects that reduce stormwater runoff or expand green spaces may be eligible for up to US $175,000 to design or implement green streets, green infrastructure, and urban tree canopy projects. Chesapeake Bay Trust supports work within the Delaware portion of the Chesapeake Bay watershed through its Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns program.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing community services such as economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief may be eligible for funding in Delaware and other areas where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports project, general operating, and capital initiatives that improve quality of life for underserved and underrepresented people.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with environmental, youth, or community programs in Delaware can seek US $30,000 - US $350,000 to expand impactful local projects. Chick Fil A Foundation supports environmental education, stewardship, community gardens, and related initiatives through its True Inspiration Awards, which also fund housing, food security, and youth development efforts across eligible regions.

Nonprofit organizations across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborative solutions to significant social issues. Delaware environmental organizations working with public, private, or social sector partners may be recognized for impactful, scalable projects that improve communities and model effective collaboration.