Environment National & International
Funds research and projects that address climate change, resilience, public health, and biodiversity conservation through science-based solutions at national and international levels.
Funder: New York Community Trust
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (National environment program RFP proposal deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $15,000 to $25,000; most awards are for one year; 2–3 international grants awarded annually.
Summary: Supports projects that address climate change, community resilience, public health, and biodiversity conservation at national and international levels.
Key Information: National program is open via RFP; international program is by invitation only.
Description
This program funds initiatives tackling environmental challenges on both a national and international scale. Supported projects aim to mitigate climate change, enhance community resilience, protect public health from toxic chemicals and pollutants, and preserve biological diversity. Priority areas include energy efficiency, clean transportation, resilient infrastructure, sustainable land use, and habitat conservation. Cross-cutting initiatives—such as those focused on smart growth, sustainable agriculture, and regional food systems—are encouraged. The program supports U.S.-based organizations working across multiple states or territories, as well as select international efforts that build capacity to protect biodiversity, improve environmental health, and reduce global greenhouse gases.
