Costco Foundation Grants for New Jersey Youth
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek program funding that may complement environmental justice work in impacted communities. Focused on youth, education, and human services, Costco Foundation invites monetary-only requests, reviewed within 4–6 weeks, from organizations demonstrating clear community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and diversified financial support.
Costco Foundation
New Jersey Environmental Health Funding via NJDEP
With a mission to protect public health and the environment, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection provides New Jersey certified local health agencies with annual support for environmental health services under the County Environmental Health Act. Agencies engaged in environmental justice and environmental health enforcement may be eligible, with a 100% local match required except for pilot or elective programs.
State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs, including those addressing environmental issues in New Jersey, may be eligible for this opportunity. Grants from Creag Foundation help creative, impact-focused groups test or expand new approaches, especially smaller or evolving organizations seeking to tackle unmet or existing social challenges in fresh ways.
Creag Foundation
New Jersey Youth Welfare Funding via DanPaul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can seek up to US $15,000 for programs such as child advocacy, homelessness, poverty relief, or environmental education, including clean air and water initiatives. The DanPaul Foundation supports projects in New Jersey and worldwide that may advance environmental justice for children and families.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Environmental Innovation
With a mission to support early-stage social impact organizations, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides New Jersey environmental justice and advocacy initiatives with up to US $300,000 over three years in unrestricted funding or investment capital plus intensive capacity-building support. Eligible applicants include young, scalable nonprofits or impact-first for-profits serving underserved communities in priority regions including the U.S.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Drinking Water Contaminant Grants for Utilities from NJDEP
New Jersey public water systems serving small or disadvantaged communities can access funding to address emerging drinking water contaminants, including PFAS. Local utilities and eligible entities may use these grants for testing, technical assistance, contractor training, and other response activities, which can support environmental justice efforts in communities facing water-quality challenges.
State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
New Jersey Climate Resilience Funding via Cisco
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience projects in New Jersey can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation, with awards up to US $100,000. Programs must primarily serve economically underserved communities and focus on innovative, tech-enabled solutions that improve reach and efficiency of services, which may include environmental justice work.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in New Jersey can seek funding for safety, education, and community development projects from State Farm Companies Foundation. Focus areas include disaster preparedness and recovery, community revitalization, affordable housing, financial literacy, food insecurity, and K–12 and higher education, which may benefit environmental justice efforts.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Arts Grants in New Jersey
Nonprofit cultural institutions in New Jersey offering arts or science programming for broad U.S. audiences can seek more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or limited general support. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM initiatives that measurably engage youth and underserved communities and demonstrate long-term impact and sustainability.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Community Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health and welfare, education, or community services can apply for grants supporting food pantries, healthcare access, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. New Jersey groups advancing environmental justice through community health, education, or social services may be eligible for support from Labcorp Charitable Foundation.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
US $250,000 - US $5,000,000
Climate Resilience Grants for Nonprofits from NJDEP
Nonprofits and public entities in New Jersey seeking to implement climate resilience and natural carbon sequestration projects can apply for $250,000 - $5,000,000 to create or restore natural carbon sinks. Grants from State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection support blue carbon coastal projects and green carbon forest and urban canopy initiatives that may advance environmental justice goals.
State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Pincus Family Foundation Grants for New Jersey Youth
Focused on programs for children and youth, Pincus Family Foundation invites New Jersey 501(c)(3) organizations to seek funding for creative arts, education, health, and play initiatives. Nonprofits serving marginalized communities with environmental justice themes integrated into arts, health, or outdoor recreation programming may be especially competitive. Start with the required online eligibility quiz.
Pincus Family Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations advancing early childhood education or community economic development in New Jersey communities where PNC operates may be eligible for this funding. With a mission to strengthen and enrich local communities, PNC Foundation provides grants for education, affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, arts and culture, and services benefiting low- and moderate-income residents, which may include environmental justice efforts.
PNC Foundation
Community and Environment Grants for Charities from Roche
New Jersey accredited charities running community, environmental, or humanitarian projects can access funding through Roche for initiatives in sustainable development, science and education, community resilience, or contemporary arts and culture. Organizations working on environmental justice within these areas may be eligible when partnering with local Roche affiliates in their country of operation.
La Roche, Inc.
New Jersey Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in charitable, scientific, medical, educational, or related environmental justice areas can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for programs serving people in the U.S. Grants support well-managed organizations with broad, measurable impact and all awarded funds must be used within the country.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Development
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, housing, jobs, hunger, or related environmental initiatives can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship program. The program supports economic, social, and cultural initiatives, including arts, sports, and diversity and inclusion efforts, that strengthen low- and moderate-income communities and may benefit environmental justice work.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian 501(c)(3) organizations and similar groups working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those in New Jersey focused on social or environmental justice, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s grants; awards US $5,000 - US $250,000 for poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, and related human and social services worldwide.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Environmental and wildlife conservation nonprofits in New Jersey can use this storytelling grant to share the impact of their work through compelling media and narratives. The Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports 501(c)(3) and aligned for-profit organizations across preservation, education, and wellness pillars, with awards of more than US $50,000 for impact-focused storytelling projects.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Environmental and Humanitarian Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on environmental conservation, wildlife, disaster relief, or poverty relief can apply for funding supporting communities in the Southern region of the U.S. Grants from Robinson Foundation help groups with at least three years of activity deliver tangible, meaningful impact, which may benefit New Jersey partners collaborating with Southern-based environmental justice efforts.
Robinson Foundation
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local government entities supporting education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, or the environment in New Jersey communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities may be eligible for this funding. Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes projects that align with its mission and create long-term, sustainable benefits for local residents, which can include environmental justice and advocacy efforts.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations within 15 miles of a TJX location can apply for TJX Foundation grants supporting basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. New Jersey groups working on environmental justice that also serve vulnerable families and children in these areas may be eligible after completing the required eligibility questionnaire and LOI process.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Environmental and community-focused nonprofits in New Jersey can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support environmental conservation, wildlife protection, and related community programs. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. organizations, including those advancing environmental justice, museums, education, and services for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities, where modest funding can have a big impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Focused on basic needs and community vitality, this program invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for funding for hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community development, and cultural enrichment. New Jersey organizations working on environmental justice alongside these priorities may be eligible, especially where Ameriprise volunteers are actively engaged.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Environmental Program Grants in New Jersey
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
New Jersey environmental and community-focused 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation for projects in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural initiatives, and environmental programs. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, with one-year support and one application accepted per organization each grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations improving economic stability, health, literacy, workforce readiness, or disaster relief in New Jersey communities can seek project, operating, or capital support. With a mission to strengthen quality of life for underserved people, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides funding to U.S.-based 501(c)(3) charities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates, which may include groups advancing environmental justice alongside these priorities.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
New Jersey Climate Justice Funding via Scherman Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Apr 17, 2027
Grassroots 501(c)(3) organizations or fiscally sponsored groups in New Jersey working on environmental and climate justice, mass transit, and green jobs may be eligible for this program. Grants from Scherman Foundation help New Jersey environmental justice advocates advance BIPOC-led organizing, policy, and movement-building connected to climate resilience and equitable energy systems.
Scherman Foundation Inc.
Environmental Sustainability Grants for Nonprofits from PSEG Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering environmental sustainability, environmental justice, or related economic empowerment programs can access funding through the PSEG Foundation’s Neighborhood Partners Program. Grants of US $500 - US $15,000 support program work (including capacity building) within PSEG’s listed NJ service counties, with a focus this year on sustainability, affordability, food security, and workforce development.
PSEG Foundation