[Pittsburgh Foundation](https://pittsburghfoundation.org)

July 2026 (Fall cycle) | February 2027 (Spring cycle)

Typical grants range from $10,000–$50,000 per cycle; duration and total funding may vary by project.

Supports community-driven projects addressing chronic pollution, environmental health, and public engagement in Allegheny County and southwest Pennsylvania.

2026 applications are by invitation only; submit an interest form to be considered.

--- ## Description The Environmental Action grant from the Pittsburgh Foundation funds projects and collaborations that empower community involvement in environmental decision-making, with a strong focus on addressing health impacts of chronic pollution and environmental preservation. The program supports a range of activities, including participatory research, citizen science, cross-sector partnerships, advocacy, and grassroots organizing. While priority is given to initiatives in Allegheny County, projects spanning the broader southwest Pennsylvania 12-county region are also considered. The funder seeks to amplify community voices, promote public health, and implement solutions that protect natural resources. --- ## Due Dates - July 2026 (anticipated, Fall grant cycle) - February 2027 (anticipated, Spring grant cycle) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical awards range from $10,000 to $50,000 per grant cycle. - Project duration and total funding may vary depending on scope and Foundation priorities. - Grants may support both short-term projects and longer-term investments, with an emphasis on deeper community engagement. --- ## Eligibility - Nonprofit organizations, community groups, and collaborations working in Allegheny County or the southwest Pennsylvania 12-county region. - Priority is given to projects that: - Engage communities in environmental decision-making. - Address health impacts of chronic pollution. - Advance environmental justice, conservation, and public health. - For 2026, applications are by invitation only. Organizations not currently funded must submit an interest form to be considered for an invitation. --- ## Application Process - For 2026, only invited organizations may apply. - If you are not a current grantee, [complete the interest form](https://forms.office.com/r/2re9mJP0zi) to express your interest. - The Foundation will contact selected organizations for informational meetings and/or to submit a full application. - Review [grant guidelines](https://pittsburghfoundation.org/grantguidelines) for eligibility, funding priorities, and application requirements. - Learn more about the process via the [How to Apply for Grants](https://pittsburghfoundation.org/howtoapplyforgrants) page. --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation is especially interested in: - Community-engaged participatory research and citizen science. - Cross-sector partnerships for systems change. - Advocacy for policy change. - Grassroots and youth organizing on environmental issues (e.g., clean energy, transportation, food systems, economic transition). - Equitable access to land, water, and air is also a key priority area. - The funding area has shifted to a more targeted, longer-term investment strategy since 2023. --- ## External Links - [Environmental Action Program Page](https://pittsburghfoundation.org/environmentalaction) - [Learning and Action Focus Area](https://pittsburghfoundation.org/learningtoaction) - [Equitable Access to Land, Water and Air](https://pittsburghfoundation.org/equitableaccess) - [Grant Guidelines](https://pittsburghfoundation.org/grantguidelines) - [How to Apply for Grants](https://pittsburghfoundation.org/howtoapplyforgrants) - [Interest Form (required for non-invited applicants)](https://forms.office.com/r/2re9mJP0zi) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |----------------|--------------------------|----------------------------------|---------------| | Traci Johnson | Director of Grantmaking | [johnsontr@pghfdn.org](mailto:johnsontr@pghfdn.org) | 412-394-2642 | | Tika Good | Program Associate | [goodc@pghfdn.org](mailto:goodc@pghfdn.org) | 412-394-4293 | | General | - | [Contact Form](https://pittsburghfoundation.org/contact-us) | 412-391-5122 |

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