Best Sustainability Grants in Georgia

Local agencies, governments, tribes, higher education institutions, and nonprofits in eligible Appalachian Georgia counties can seek funding for critical infrastructure and workforce or business development projects. Grants from Appalachian Regional Commission help Georgia communities improve water and wastewater systems, transportation, broadband, and related public infrastructure that supports long-term regional sustainability and economic growth.

Georgia arts nonprofits and public arts agencies seeking professional development for staff or board members can access funding for conferences, trainings, and other learning opportunities. Eligible organizations must be arts-focused, based in South Arts’ nine-state region, and have budgets of $500,000 or less. Awards up to US $1,000 require a dollar-for-dollar cash match.

Nonprofits and community groups in Georgia promoting environmental sustainability, community services, or support for local fire and law enforcement agencies may be eligible for funding to advance their programs. Grants from SA Recycling help organizations near its Georgia facilities strengthen neighborhood well-being, support first responders, and encourage responsible recycling in local communities.

Georgia nonprofits providing community services, human and social services, or community development can access funding for ongoing administrative costs and existing programs, with awards of US $1,000 - US $5,000. Organizations in the Community Foundation of South Georgia service area, including those advancing local sustainability efforts, may be eligible if they show strong planning, leadership, and community support.

Georgia 501(c)(3) community and charitable organizations can seek funding for programs that improve community well-being and “mankind’s condition,” including Christian ministries and other effective, collaborative efforts. Daniel P Amos Family Foundation provides Georgia community services with grants that emphasize best practices, sustainability, and documented outcomes; organizations outside the primary service area may begin with a Letter of Inquiry.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and eligible government entities in Georgia communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental initiatives. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports programs that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability in these local communities, which may include environmental conservation and broader sustainability efforts.

The Honda USA Foundation's Mobility Pillar Award aims to empower individuals with disabilities by funding programs that enhance access and mobility. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations and schools that provide therapeutic, adaptive, and comprehensive care programs, as well as mobility modifications and assistive technology. Applications are accepted from U.S.-based organizations with 501(c)(3) status or fiscal sponsors, ensuring that the joy of mobility is accessible to all.

Nonprofit organizations serving K–12 students with literacy instruction, afterschool and summer learning, or college and career readiness programs in metro Atlanta may be eligible for support, primarily within Georgia. With a mission to expand educational opportunity, Sartain Lanier Family Foundation provides funding to evidence-informed, collaborative initiatives in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett counties.

Georgia 501(c)(3) organizations working on environmental justice, water, or climate and energy can access funding through Sapelo Foundation to advance sustainable, healthy environments. Grants support policy advocacy, civic engagement, grassroots organizing, and capacity-building, with a focus on rural communities and areas outside metro Atlanta to strengthen environmental protection and equity statewide.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment can seek funding for scalable programs from Elevance Health Foundation, including those serving Georgia. The foundation supports U.S. national or local initiatives that expand MH/SUD treatment access, emphasize prevention and early intervention, and reduce social isolation and loneliness.

Robert W Woodruff Foundation provides Georgia 501(c)(3) public charities with community development funding to strengthen metro Atlanta and the broader nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. Eligible organizations focus on community development or related areas and typically bring strong leadership, proven effectiveness, and broad local support; sustainability-focused groups improving regional vitality may be competitive.

With a mission to strengthen Georgia’s higher education landscape, Robert W Woodruff Foundation provides Georgia 501(c)(3) colleges, universities, and related nonprofits with funding for one-time needs that expand access and impact. Eligible organizations operate in Georgia, have full-time staff, budgets over $500,000, and strong leadership and sustainability, and may include sustainability-focused higher education initiatives.

Grants help Georgia environmental conservation nonprofits fund large-scale conservation, natural areas preservation, Atlanta parks and greenspaces, and environmental education projects. The Robert W. Woodruff Foundation supports established 501(c)(3) organizations in Georgia with paid full-time staff, budgets above $500,000, and strong leadership, typically as one of several community funding partners.

Human services and youth development 501(c)(3) organizations in Georgia can apply for Robert W. Woodruff Foundation grants to support capital projects and capacity-building needs. Metro Atlanta nonprofits working on safety net services or youth development may be especially competitive, with limited disaster relief support also available across the state.

Georgia 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on education or mental health access for children, youth, and families can seek program, operating, or capacity-building support that strengthens systems and infrastructure. Focused on systemic change, the Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation invites Metro Atlanta and statewide Georgia organizations working on coordination, workforce, policy, or navigation to apply, especially those addressing racial inequities.

501(c)(3) organizations improving community development and economic vitality in Macon and Bibb County, Georgia can apply for Peyton Anderson Foundation funding to support measurable, lasting projects. Initiatives that enhance quality of life, attract and retain residents and businesses, boost tourism, increase engagement, and encourage philanthropy may be especially competitive for sustainability-focused work.

Local governments and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Georgia working on homelessness services can apply for Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Emergency Solutions Grants, awarding US $20,000 - US $70,000 for street outreach, emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, and prevention. Organizations with sustainability or housing stability initiatives may be eligible if they serve people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

The Elevance Health Foundation's Food as Medicine Grant aims to enhance access to nutritious foods and improve health outcomes for individuals facing diet-related conditions. This initiative invites qualified nonprofits to submit proposals focused on scalable solutions that address food insecurity and promote health equity. The foundation prioritizes programs that demonstrate measurable outcomes and support whole-person health, particularly for populations at high social risk. Grants will be awarded for a term of 1-3 years, with funding based on program needs.

Nonprofit organizations in Georgia addressing health issues can apply for grants of US $10,000 - US $30,000 to support charitable, scientific, or educational health programs. With a mission to improve the health of Georgians, Georgia Health Foundation provides funding that may benefit sustainability-focused groups integrating health and environmental conservation efforts.

Georgia Department of Community Health

The Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) is one of Georgia’s four health agencies serving the state’s growing population of over 10 million people.

DCH serves as the lead agency for Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids®, and also oversees the State Health Benefit Plan, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division and State Office of Rural Health, impacting one in four Georgians.

Through effective planning, purchasing and oversight, DCH provides access to affordable, quality health care to millions of Georgians, including some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved populations.

GREAT Health Program

Description

Georgia’s Rural Enhancement And Transformation of Health (GREAT Health) program will bring about a transformation of health in rural Georgia. Achieving this vision means rural populations are healthier, live longer, have an improved quality of life, and can both live and work in the communities they love; rural places have healthcare that is high quality, more abundant, more accessible, and more effective; and rural progress creates systems-level change that leverages technology, drives innovation, and improves quality, while maintaining a patient focus.

The GREAT Health program will do this through five initiatives:

• Transforming for a Sustainable Health System
• Strengthening the Continuum of Care
• Connecting to Care to Improve Healthcare Access
• Growing a Highly Skilled Healthcare Workforce
• Leveraging Technology for Healthcare Innovation

Who Can Participate?

Georgia has 126 rural and partial rural counties designated as the program’s areas of focus, based on the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) rural grants eligibility analyzer. Healthcare facilities and organizations serving these counties will be eligible to apply for funding through the program’s initiatives. Visit the list of eligible counties.

In addition to the 126 eligible rural and partial rural counties, 93 hospitals serving these rural areas and with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Service (CMS) designations of Critical Access Hospitals, Sole Community Hospitals, or Rural Referral Centers, were invited to participate in Initiative 1 and its associated value-based care model. Visit the Value-Based Care page to learn more.

501(c)(3) organizations in Georgia working on sustainability, environmental education, or environmental stewardship can apply for Otter Tail Corporation Foundation’s project-based funding to support programs and capital needs. Eligible groups in DeKalb and Hall Counties may also receive support for basic human needs, community development, arts access, and related initiatives with measurable community impact.

Nonprofit and governmental organizations serving at-risk youth in Burke, Columbia, or Richmond counties in Georgia can apply for $5,000 grants to support education, mentoring, health, self-sufficiency, and family programs. Grants from Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area help Georgia organizations offer positive, justice-focused alternatives to crime, violence, substance abuse, and illiteracy.

Nonprofit and charitable organizations serving environmental or sustainability-related programs in Georgia’s CSRA region can apply for Community Grants from Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, with awards up to US $15,000. Funding supports projects in areas like environmental programs, community gardens, health, youth enrichment, arts, and services for people in need.

Georgia 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $2 million that directly serve LGBTQIA+ individuals and families can seek funding for housing, basic needs, career pathways, wealth-building, and health programs. Focused on economic stability and equity, United Way of Greater Atlanta invites organizations statewide to advance well-being and opportunity for LGBTQIA+ communities.

Established 501(c)(3) organizations, public entities, and other charitable groups in Carroll, Haralson, and Heard counties can seek project funding in arts and culture, education, environment, and social services. With a mission to strengthen West Georgia communities, Community Foundation of West Georgia provides Georgia nonprofits with competitive Community Impact grants for well-planned, sustainable programs.

T7 Social Impact GrantsThe T.D. Jakes Foundation (TDJF), in partnership with Wells Fargo, is proud to launch the Social Impact Grant Challenge, a transformative funding opportunity designed to identify, support, and amplify nonprofit organizations creating meaningful change in communities across the United States.

Designed around the T.D. Jakes Foundation's pillars of service (Educational Access & Workforce Readiness, financial inclusion, and community transformation and well-being), the Challenge seeks innovative nonprofit organizations that are addressing critical social issues through impactful, scalable, and sustainable solutions.

Finalists selected through this process will have the opportunity to showcase their organization through a live presentation at the inaugural Thriving Seven (T7) Summit, taking place November 12 –14 in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to competing for grant funding, finalists will gain national visibility for their work and connect with nonprofit leaders, funders, and changemakers from across the country.Grant Funding: A total of $1,500,000 in grant funding is anticipated to be awarded: 

• One (1) - $500,000 grant
• One (1) - $250,000 grant
• Two (2) - $100,000 grant
• Eleven (11) - $50,000 grant

Small 501(c)(3) organizations in Georgia and New England can apply for the Ramlose Foundation Grant, awarding US $2,000 - US $6,000 for specific equipment, special projects, or focused initiatives. Preference goes to smaller, newer nonprofits with clearly defined project budgets and the potential for a distinct, positive impact on people.