Costco Foundation Support for Community Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the District of Columbia working on children’s programs, education, or health and human services can apply for monetary support from the Costco Foundation. Programs with clear community need, measurable outcomes, and strong collaboration may be competitive, including those whose earth science work intersects with child or community well-being.
Costco Wholesale Corporation
Creag Foundation Grants for District of Columbia Innovators
District of Columbia nonprofits with innovative approaches to human and social services, health, environment, or related issues can access funding through Creag Foundation to tackle pressing social problems in new ways. 501(c)(3) organizations held for at least one year, including those with earth science-related community programs, may submit a letter of inquiry for invitation-only opportunities.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Solutions
Early-stage nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit social impact organizations in the District of Columbia can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable, impact-first solutions. Ventures addressing urgent social, environmental, or earth science-related challenges for underserved communities may be eligible if they operate in DRK’s priority geographies.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Grants from Cisco
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for up to US $100,000 in Global Impact Cash Grants, including in District of Columbia. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with year-round applications starting via a brief LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Support for Community Safety
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and volunteer fire companies working on safety, education, or community development in the District of Columbia can seek funding for related programs. State Farm Companies Foundation supports initiatives such as disaster preparedness, community revitalization, financial literacy, and STEM or college and career readiness efforts that may connect to earth science work.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Grants for Culture Programs
Cultural nonprofits with strong arts or science programming can seek funding for program, capital, or limited general support from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation; awards are typically more than US $100,000. Organizations in the District of Columbia working on arts education, STEAM initiatives, or museums and cultural institutions may be competitive if they meet the size and U.S.-based 501(c)(3) requirements.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for more than US $100,000 to support proven social service programs that combat chronic poverty and build economic independence. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help organizations, including those in the District of Columbia, expand direct services such as housing, workforce readiness, food access, legal aid, and reentry support.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Partnerships
The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides grants to organizations focused on improving the lives of children in urban poverty in the U.S., India, and South Africa. They prioritize projects in education, health, and family economic stability. Grants typically do not exceed 25% of a project's budget or 10% of an organization's annual expenses. The foundation seeks to partner with organizations already making an impact, ensuring funding supports impactful social enterprises.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Humanitarian and Science Funding for Charities from Roche
Accredited charities in the District of Columbia and worldwide can seek funding for humanitarian and social development, science and education, community and environment, and arts and culture projects that engage Roche expertise and employees. Roche supports innovative, high-quality initiatives through its Corporate Donations and Philanthropy program, which may benefit organizations working on earth science–related education or environmental efforts.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofits providing health, education, or humanitarian aid to marginalized communities, including those in the District of Columbia, can apply for Semnani Family Foundation support. Grants may benefit programs such as healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and services for women and girls, which can include earth science or environmental components when tied to community well-being.
Semnani Family Foundation
District of Columbia Education Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs in the District of Columbia may be eligible for national funding that must be used in the U.S. Focused on broad public benefit, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust invites well-managed organizations to apply; earth science projects fitting these categories may also qualify.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the District of Columbia can seek sponsorship support for community programs addressing housing, jobs, hunger, and related needs. With a mission to advance economic mobility and social progress, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides regional U.S. sponsorships that may benefit earth science or environmental initiatives within broader community development efforts.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
District of Columbia Environmental Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Focused on environmental conservation, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites District of Columbia 501(c)(3) nonprofits to seek support for community services, environmental initiatives, and peacebuilding efforts. Earth science and related environmental organizations may be eligible for project or program funding that advances respect for people, life, and the planet.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Environmental and human services 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries in the District of Columbia can seek unrestricted operating or program support for eligible projects. Focused on environmental and community services, the Lawrence Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants, which may benefit earth science-related initiatives that match its stated priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Environmental Grants in District of Columbia
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in the District of Columbia working on environmental conservation or wildlife protection can apply for grants from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, with awards of US $1,000 - US $20,000. U.S.-based museums, educational programs, community services, and other qualifying groups may also be eligible for support where modest funding can have significant impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Grant
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
The Cowles Charitable Trust Grant supports initiatives aligned with the philanthropic legacy of Gardner Cowles, Jr. Focused on education, social justice, health, and the arts, it favors organizations recognized as 501(c)(3) by the IRS. The Trust encourages applications for general operating support and seeks partnerships rather than being the sole funder. Notably, it considers applications from established partners and supports efforts in Downstate New York and South Florida, with a preference for diverse funding sources.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Spark Good: Strengthening Community - Local Grants
Applications due Dec 31, 2026
The Spark Good: Strengthening Community Local Grants program by the Wal-Mart Foundation empowers local organizations through grants ranging from $250 to $5000. This initiative aims to enhance community welfare by supporting diverse projects, including animal shelters and educational programs. Eligible organizations must have a verified Spark Good account, ensuring funds are allocated effectively to meet local needs and foster community development. Together, we can create lasting impacts through small yet significant actions.
Wal-Mart Foundation
Community Vitality Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, community development, or volunteer-driven causes in the U.S., including the District of Columbia, can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. Ameriprise Financial provides District of Columbia earth science groups with potential support when their programs align with hunger relief, housing, economic self-sufficiency, or community vitality priorities and engage Ameriprise volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Nordstrom Community Grant
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
The Nordstrom Community Grant focuses on supporting youth and families by providing over $1 million in grants annually. It aims to assist grassroots organizations that address essential community needs such as food, shelter, and clothing, as well as creating opportunities for economic mobility through mentorship and workforce development. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in areas where Nordstrom operates. Applications are encouraged for those meeting these criteria.
Nordstrom
Dr. Scholl Foundation Grants
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
The Dr. Scholl Foundation offers grants annually to IRS 501(c)(3) organizations, primarily focusing on U.S. applicants. The foundation supports projects in education, social services, healthcare, civic and cultural initiatives, and environmental efforts. While the grant cycle runs from October 1 to March 1, it encourages innovative solutions to global challenges. Only one application per organization is accepted each year, and funding is limited to one year. Unqualified organizations, including political entities, are ineligible.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Environmental Grants in DC
Applications due Mar 23, 2027
Grants from Hansen Family Foundation help District of Columbia 501(c)(3) nonprofits fund environmental, sustainability, and related humanitarian projects; awards range from US $1,000 - US $10,000. Eligible U.S.-based organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% may also support earth science or environmental justice work benefiting local communities or ecosystems.
Hansen Family Foundation
Environmental Storytelling Funding from Couch Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Mar 27, 2027
Environmental and conservation-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the District of Columbia can use this grant to tell powerful stories about their impact, especially in wildlife conservation and related earth science work. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation support storytelling projects within its preservation, education, and wellness pillars, with awards of more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Support for Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, workforce readiness, health, social services, or disaster relief can apply for O'Reilly Automotive Foundation support, including those serving the District of Columbia. Funding is available for project, general operating, or capital support for community-benefit programs, which may include earth science–related initiatives that address basic needs or community resilience.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Environmental Grants in DC
Applications due May 1, 2027
District of Columbia nonprofits supporting youth, families, food security, or environmental stewardship can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants ranging from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations may fund programs such as environmental education, community gardens, outdoor classrooms, greening projects, and related youth development initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
District of Columbia Environmental Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due May 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the Southern region, including the District of Columbia, can access funding through the Robinson Foundation to support environmental conservation and related humanitarian efforts. Eligible applicants must be over three years old, seek single-year program support (not capital projects), and demonstrate meaningful, tangible impact for people, animals, or nature.
Robinson Foundation
District of Columbia Nonprofit Funding via Mutual Of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for recognition and support through the Mutual Of America Foundation Community Partnership Award. With a mission to honor exemplary collaborations, this national competition highlights partnerships improving lives and addressing significant social issues, which may include earth science initiatives in District of Columbia.
Mutual Of America Foundation
Gupta Family Foundation Grants for District of Columbia Human Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2027
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty alleviation, disability services, social justice, or humanitarian relief in the District of Columbia and other eligible countries can seek project or program support from the Gupta Family Foundation; awards range from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Gupta Family Foundation supports smaller, non-sectarian organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant.
Gupta Family Foundation