This program, which was authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, prioritizes at-risk communities in an area identified as having high or very high wildfire hazard potential, are low-income, or have been impacted by a severe disaster that affects the risk of wildfire. 

The purpose of the Landscape Scale Restoration competitive grant program is to encourage collaborative, science-based restoration of priority rural forest landscapes. This program supports high impact projects that lead to measurable outcomes on the landscape, leverage public and private resources, and further priorities identified in a State Forest Action Plan or equivalent science-based restoration strategy. With funds starting at $25,000 and up to $300,000.

The Maui Strong Fund is providing financial resources that can be deployed quickly, with a focus on rapid response and recovery for the devastating wildfires on Maui. HCF is working in close collaboration with state and county leaders, nonprofit organizations, and community members to get an understanding of the quickly evolving priorities. Funding will support evolving needs, including shelter, food, financial assistance, and other services as identified by our partners doing critical work on Maui.

The National Fish Passage Program (NFPP) provides technical and financial assistance to partners for removing instream barriers and improving aquatic connectivity to benefit fish populations, ecosystem resiliency, and fishing experiences. The NFPP funds various project types, including dam removals, culvert replacements, floodplain restoration, and fishway installations, with a focus on enhancing community resilience to climate change impacts. With funds starting at $500 and up to $2,000,000.

The EPA is launching a $7 billion Solar for All competition designed to accelerate the adoption of residential distributed solar energy, reducing energy costs for millions of Americans and driving market transformation in low-income and disadvantaged communities. Solar for All aims to address financial and non-financial barriers that hinder the ability of these communities to access the benefits of distributed solar capacity, aligning with the climate and environmental justice goals of the Biden-Harris Administration. The program offers funds starting at $25,000,000 and going up to $400,000,000.

Clif Family Foundation Operational Support Grants are funding opportunities that provide financial assistance to nonprofit organizations to help cover their day-to-day operational expenses. These grants aim to support the sustainability and effectiveness of nonprofits by providing funding for core activities such as staffing, infrastructure, and program delivery, enabling them to focus on their mission and deliver essential services to their communities.

The purpose of the program is to promote economic development and job creation projects through the awarding of grant funds to eligible entities. Applications will compete in two separate categories, business opportunity grants, and business enterprise grants, for use in funding various business and community projects that serve rural areas.

T-Mobile is committing up to $25 million over the next 5 years to support small towns across America by funding community projects.  Projects are up to $50,000

The T-Mobile Hometown Grants program will help fund projects to build, rebuild, or refresh community spaces that help foster local connections in your town. For example, this might include the town square pavilion, a historic building, an outdoor park, a ball field, or a library-- every town has places where friends and neighbors connect.

Provides operational support for non profit programs that strengthen our food system, enhance equitable community health outcomes and safeguard our environment and natural resources. Applications are reviewed three times a year; the deadlines are February 1, June 1, and October 1.

Supports organizations benefiting the people of Hawaii. Grants are awarded in six major fields: arts and culture, community, education, environment, health and rehabilitation, and human services.

Makana Aloha supports secular organizations that directly improve the Maui community in the areas of Public Education, the Arts, Healthcare, Animal Welfare and Environmental Conservation. In conservation, they support sustainable energy and agriculture alternatives that help preserve the natural integrity of Maui and its culture.

This foundation provides funding for programs and projects which provide significant impact within low and moderate income communities. Projects that focus on community development, human services, education, arts and culture, and other critical need community initiatives will be prioritized.

Nonprofits that work in hunger, youth and education, veteran services, health and human services, and diversity and inclusion may apply for $1,000-$2,500 of funding under the Safeway Nourishing Neighbors Grant.

Nutrien supports community initiatives that are aligned with their goals of sustainable agriculture and food solutions, environmental footprint, and diversity and inclusion. They hope to invest in places where Nutrien does business- Nutrien has a location in Hilo.

This program hopes to fund projects that influence health equity by addressing the future of food, evidence, social interaction, or work. Preference will be given to nonprofits. Projects should increase opportunities for everyone to live the healthiest life possible no matter who they are, where they live, or how much money they make. View previously funded projects here.

SECD promotes regional economic and community strategic planning in rural America through supporting multi-jurisdictional or multi-sectoral projects. There are a variety of SECD programs relating to community facilities, water and waste disposal, business and industry, rural business development, and broadband service. All programs are now streamlined under one application.

This program provides grants to community organizations and government agencies that strive to purchase and protect land that shelters exceptional, unique, threatened and endangered resources. This program purchases land and conservation easements and pays the debt service on state financial instruments for the protection of multiple resources including agricultural land. State agencies, counties and nonprofit land conservation organizations many apply. A 25% match is required.

This Center offers special issues grants up to $5,000 for time-sensitive one-year integrated pest management projects that cannot wait until the next regular grant cycle.

This foundation provides grants to support quality learning experiences for children, help families obtain stable, high quality jobs, and insist that all communities are vibrant, engaged, and equitable. They invest in efforts that increase access to fresh, local health food and improve nutrition for children and families in early child care settings, schools, and communities. This foundation reviews grant proposals throughout the year. To view previously funded projects in Hawaii, click here.

This Foundation provides grants to small community-based organizations that provide critical services to vulnerable individuals and families. Funding requests can be for operating, program, or capital grants, with the maximum funding amount being $50,000 per year over two years. Proposed projects must align with the foundation’s funding priorities of housing, health (including nutrition and food access), jobs and education.

This program provides funding towards technology projects that determine a chick’s sex before it hatches to prevent male chick culling.

Costco supports 501(c)(3) organizations that support children, education, and/or health and human services. They accept funding requests throughout the year on a rolling basis. Organizations may submit one application per fiscal year.

Sea Pact aims to advance sustainable fisheries and responsible aquaculture practices through funding projects in four focus areas: Sustainable Fisheries Partnership’s Target 75 Initiative, Domestic Aquaculture Advocacy, Aquaculture Education, and the responsible joint Sea Pact seafood sourcing policy. Sea Pact accepts LOI year-round.

The Biodynamic Scholarship Fund serves farmers, aspiring farmers, and those interested in learning and developing skills in biodynamics but lack the financial resources to participate in educational opportunities. By providing scholarships to individuals to attend the North American Biodynamic Conference and other events organized by the Biodynamic Association as well as biodynamic workshops or coursework at participating education centers in North America, the Biodynamic Association is making education more accessible for all.

The Healy Foundation offers nonprofits in Hawaii grants up to $50,000 for projects that address the protection of ecosystems, climate change mitigation, reduction of childhood poverty, or youth advocacy and education.

The Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program - Phase 2 is a grant program that provides funding to meat and poultry processors for new facilities and for the renovation and expansion of existing facilities. The program aims to increase meat and poultry processing capacity, promote competition, and improve supply chain resiliency. With funds starting at $250,000 and up to $10,000,000.

A local effort, the Maui Mutual Aid Fund is run by volunteers looking to get funds and support to residents who have been displaced and vulnerable residents, such as kūpuna (elderly), those with physical disabilities, renters, and individuals without insurance. The Maui Mutual Aid Fund is distributing resources to people with physical disabilities, those who are underinsured or uninsured and renters.

Coalitions and Collaboratives Inc. (COCO) initiated the Action, Implementation, and Mitigation (AIM) Program in 2018 to enhance fire adaptation and decrease wildfire risk in the United States by supporting over 90 organizations through capacity-building activities and on-the-groundwork. The AIM grant opportunity is open to organizations involved in wildfire risk reduction, offering funding ranging from $10,000 to $75,000 for one-year projects that align with the larger community wildfire strategy and involve collaboration with federal partners on nearby public lands while requiring a 100% match from applicants.

NOAA's Ocean Acidification Program (OAP) Education Mini-Grant Program is a competitively-based initiative that supports coastal and ocean acidification education programs aligned with the goals of the NOAA Ocean Acidification Education Implementation Plan and the 2021-2040 NOAA Education Strategic Plan. The program prioritizes engaging diverse audiences in ocean acidification education and outreach, coordinating communication efforts with existing research, education, and outreach activities, and fostering innovative approaches for community involvement. The program offers funds starting at $50,000 and goes up to $400,000.

The objective of this NOFO is to encourage eligible non-Federal entities to collaborate with Reclamation on applied science projects aimed at enhancing hydrologic data access, water management tools, and forecasting capabilities. The outcomes of these projects will benefit water managers by improving water supply reliability, operational flexibility, and overall water management, while also supporting nature-based solutions and addressing various water management objectives. The funds available for this program are up to $400,000.

This program helps eligible communities prepare, or recover from, an emergency that threatens the availability of safe, reliable drinking water.  Grants are also awarded when a significant decline in the quality and quantity of water is imminent.

EDA provides strategic investments on a competitive merit basis to support economic development, foster job creation, and attract private investment in economically distressed areas of the United States. Under this NOFO, EDA solicits applications from applicants in order to provide investments that support research and technical assistance projects under EDA’s R&E and NTA programs. Grants and cooperative agreements made under these programs are designed to leverage existing regional assets and support the implementation of economic development strategies that advance new ideas and creative approaches to advance economic prosperity in distressed communities.

Supporting the outdoor enthusiast, the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative’s mission is to provide practical support for efforts that promote safe, responsible use of OHVs, educate the public on proper recreational land use and wildlife conservation practices, and protect appropriate and sustainable access to public lands.

Google Ad Grants shows your message to people searching for nonprofits like yours.  Raise awareness, attract donors, and recruit new volunteers using Google search ads.

The foundation supports movements, organizations and individuals pursuing justice for people and the planet. They are focused on solutions that address the climate crisis and growing social inequality. See if you’re eligible for a grant by taking their eligibility quiz on the website linked below.

The Harold K.L. Castle Foundation makes grants to nonprofit organizations working in one or more of our three strategic priority areas in Hawai’i: Public Education Redesign and Enhancement (pre-K – 12th grade), Nearshore Marine Resource Conservation (for waters surrounding the main Hawaiian Islands), Strengthening the Communities of Windward Oahu.

This program provides funding for extramural research, innovative projects and sponsorships that address NOAA’s goals of climate adaptation, a weather-ready nation, healthy oceans, and resilient coastal communities and economies. Special projects and programs associated with NOAA’s strategic plan and mission and goals are welcome to apply.

Nonprofits that focus on improving the lives of the less fortunate and directly impact and support the children of Hawaii are eligible to apply for HawaiiUSA Foundation Grants. Projects should have broad community support and address specific community needs.

This program supports nonprofits that: (1) work to advance youth education in traditional academics and the arts, and (2) raise awareness about the importance of living sustainably and in harmony with the environment. Well-established organizations with five or more years of operating experience and a budget less than $5 million are encouraged to apply.

This program awards $1,000-$5,000 grants to nonprofit organizations that are led and managed by Native peoples, with priority given to grassroots, community based organizations and groups that lack access to federal funding. Eligible projects should support and forward the development of culturally-based, indigenous solutions to climate change based on relocalizing food and energy economies, as well as foster restoration of traditional knowledge. Grant funds must be used to create food security through organic production or implement renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements.

This program focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences. EWD invites applications in five areas: professional development for agricultural literacy; training of undergraduate students in research and extension; fellowships for predoctoral candidates; fellowships for postdoctoral scholars; and a brand-new program for agricultural workforce training. Deadlines vary for each program area; please refer to the RFA for more details.

CSPI is accepting applications for a variety of programs including:

• Programs that strengthen the nutrition and public health impacts of SNAP

• Programs that ensure healthy, equitable restaurant kids' meals and school meals for all students

• Programs that extend restaurant menu disclosures to improve nutritional quality of restaurant purchases

This program deploys urgent funding to support research and outreach in response to emerging or unanticipated threats to the nation’s food supply or agricultural systems. FFAR makes rapid grants through ROAR for research related to response, prevention or mitigation of new pests and pathogens. ROAR’s one-year funding fills urgent research gaps until traditional, longer-term funding can be secured.

This Foundation provides grants to tax-exempt charitable organizations to conserve and restore ecosystems while enhancing human well-being. Agriculture, Livelihoods, and Conservation is one of their funding priorities. To apply, please submit an inquiry here.

This foundation funds projects related to early childhood education, specifically for children 6th grade and below. 501(c)(3) organizations may apply for grants that directly benefit children. Previously awarded projects include the creation of an outdoor classroom, an urban wildlife curriculum summer camp, and a hands-on discovery zone. This fund does not support grants for operating expenses, capital campaigns, scholarship, or general funds. Applications are reviewed two times a year: April 1 and October 1.

This program provides a free variety of 50 seed packets to organizations and gardens in need. Community and educational groups who will freely share the harvest or save seed for other in need are eligibly to apply. Nonprofits, schools, community gardens, seed libraries, and educational programs may also apply. There is a $15 shipping and handling charge for each seed donation.

This program supports Hawaii charities through providing funding for health and human services, education, community, culture and the arts, and environmental and land stewardship. Grant decisions are made bi-monthly, and applications must be submitted at least 60 days before the event or project deadline.

The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation donates orchards to community gardens, public schools, city/state parks, low-income neighborhoods, and hunger relief sites. The organization provides high-quality fruit trees and shrubs, equipment, on-site orchard design expertise and oversight, horticultural workshops, and aftercare training and manuals. Nonprofits, NGOs, public schools, or government entities may apply. At least 15-20 trees must be planted. Recipients must own the planting site, have a long-term lease, or work with a nonprofit/government entity that owns the planting site with a long-term usage agreement.

Food Sovereignty Tours offers $50-$600 scholarships to individuals based on need, interest and available funds to provide educational travel opportunities to people from diverse backgrounds and income levels. The goal of the program is to allow recipients to build alliances and learn new innovations and strategies from people around the world working to build food justice and food sovereignty.

FEMA Public Assistance Programs reimburse eligible applicants for costs associated with emergency protective measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service, State, Private & Tribal Forestry, is requesting applications for the Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program (Community Forest Program or CFP). CFP is a competitive grant program that provides financial assistance to Indian Tribes, local governments, and qualified conservation non-profit organizations to establish community forests through the fee simple acquisition of private forest land. The purpose of the program is to establish community forests by protecting forestland from conversion to non-forest uses and provide community benefits including public recreation, environmental and economic benefits, and forest-based educational programs. Public access is required for all projects. To apply, interested local government and nonprofit applicants must submit applications to the State Forester where the property is located. Tribal applicants must submit applications to equivalent Tribal government officials. With funds up to $600,000.

This fund is dedicated to providing a safe and trusted conduit to move kōkua quickly in support of community organizers and organizations already engaged in this work, on the ground. Funds raised through this effort will move critical resources to past, present, and future community partners committed to nurturing our beloved community through this storm.

High energy prices, perhaps now more than ever, mean reducing your electricity costs could be crucial to keeping your small business or nonprofit open here in Hawaii. An EmPOWER grant could help with just that as you continue to navigate the challenges of today’s economy. All grant applications will be competitively reviewed. Submitting a grant application does not guarantee being awarded a grant. Any grant awards will be disbursed after project completion as a reimbursement once all required documentation has been submitted, verified and approved by Hawaii Energy. 

The FY 2023 Distressed Area Recompete Pilot Program Phase 1 is a government initiative aimed at addressing economic challenges in distressed areas. This program involves a competitive phase that seeks proposals and solutions to uplift these areas through various strategies such as job creation, infrastructure development, and community revitalization. The funds available for this program start at $250,000 and $500,000 each, with exceptions of up to $750,000 in rare circumstances.

The NERRS Habitat Protection and Restoration Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Competition is a competitive program aimed at supporting projects that promote the protection and restoration of coastal habitats within the National Estuarine Research Reserve System. It provides funding opportunities for initiatives that enhance ecological resilience; mitigate the impacts of climate change; and improve the overall health of coastal ecosystems. With funds starting at $200,000 and up to $4,000,000.

The Laura Jane Musser Fund assists public or not-for-profit entities to initiate or implement projects that enhance the ecological integrity of publicly owned open spaces while encouraging compatible human activities. The Fund’s goal is to promote public use of open space that improves a community’s quality of life and public health, while also ensuring the protection of healthy, viable, and sustainable ecosystems by protecting or restoring habitat for a diversity of plant and animal species. Eligibility: Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations (organizations with fiscal sponsors are not eligible); Local units of Government.

This program provides affordable funding to develop essential community facilities in rural areas. An essential community facility is defined as a facility that provides an essential service to the local community for the orderly development of the community in a primarily rural area.

FM Global is pleased to offer financial support to organizations working to combat fire. Through our Fire Prevention Grant Program, fire departments and brigades, as well as national, state, regional, local and community organizations can
apply for funding to support a wide array of fire prevention, preparedness and control efforts, including pre-incident planning, fire prevention education/training and arson prevention/fire investigation.

The top three areas of focus for the Change Happens Foundation grantmaking are: Science, The Environment, and Education. They support activities that are charitable, educational, literary, or scientific.

The A&B Kokua Giving program is focused on Hawaii charities and works to support its communities through broad-based giving including, but not limited to, the following categories: health & human services, education, community, culture & the arts, and environmental & land stewardship. Please submit your application at least 60 days prior to your event or project deadline.

This foundation provides funding for projects that preserve historic sites, use native plant materials in landscaping, incorporate energy conserving and green characteristics, and support a variety of cultural and educational efforts. The foundation takes a special interest in education, the environment, youth sports programs, and Native Hawaiian cultural programs.

This program provides grants up to $2,500 to fund community disaster response efforts on Hawaii island. Nonprofits providing assistance with food security, among other causes, are eligible to apply.

The Cooke Foundation supports worthy endeavors in the community that the family feels will make a significant difference in the betterment and welfare of the people of Hawaii. To see the list of 2020 grantees, click here.

The Coca-Cola Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that empower women, protect the environment, and enhance communities through education, youth development and other community and civic initiatives. In 2019, 375 donations and grants were awarded to a variety of organizations including agricultural-related organizations; see the list here.

DBEDT provides grant writing technical assistance to nonprofit organizations with projects that are readily implementable. Projects must exhibit components that incorporate community economic development benefit and show sustainability with the ability to create and maintain jobs in the community. Grants up to $5,000 are eligible for grant writing technical assistance, provided a cash match of 25% of the technical assistance request.

This program enables non-profits, local businesses, and public entities engaged in humanitarian efforts to be matched with workers who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic. The grant provides fully subsidized workers for select COVID-19 disaster recovery job positions, for up to one year (2080 hours). 

This grant provides up to $15,000 of funding to develop or update crop profiles, pest management strategic plans, integrated pest management strategic plans, evaluations or other planning and evaluation documents. Applications are accepted year-round on a rolling basis and up to $75,000 of funding is available in 2020-2021.

The Omron Foundation provides $250-$100,000+ grants to nonprofits for a one year program that helps meet people’s basic needs, including food needs. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

The Pollination Project provides $1,000 to community-driven grassroots initiatives that empower individuals and inspire others. If the project fits their criteria, any project worldwide that moves towards a better world is eligible. Individuals, informally organized groups and organizations and formally registered or incorporated not-for-profit organizations are eligible to apply. The annual budget for applicants must be less than $50,000, and the total cost of the project that funding is being requested for must be less than $40,000. The group or organization must not have paid staff of any kind, and cannot do any work that promotes or advocates for animal agriculture.This program will not fund anything relating to the consumption of animal products, beekeeping, or synthetic or chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or fungicides. This program also provides non-financial support through training, peer support groups, and access to other opportunities and funders.

RMAP provides loans and grants to Microenterprise Development Organizations to help micro-enterprises start and grow through training and technical assistance and a rural micro loan revolving fund. Nonprofits and institutes of higher education are eligible to become a MDO.

The Cornell Douglas foundation aims to provide small grants to organizations that advocate for environmental health and justice, encourage stewardship of the environment, and further respect for the sustainability of its resources. This grant program provides $15,000-$50,000 grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.

Nonprofits, accredited schools, and government agencies can request Target Gift Card donations. The average donation is $25-$50 with a maximum of $500 per year.

This program offers up to $2,000 per month plus $500 additional per month financial relief to Oahu households facing hardship due to COVID-19. Eligible uses include rent, mortgage, certain utilities, a DHS-recognized childcare providers.

This program provides grants of up to $3,000 per school to supply resources for meal distribution and delivery efforts to get food to students during COVID-19. Principals, nutrition managers, district school nutrition directors, and district superintendents are able to apply.

The Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program aims to develop essential community facilities in rural areas. Examples of agricultural-related projects are community gardens, food pantries, community kitchens, food banks, food hubs, and greenhouses.