Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth in Maine can seek funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs from the Dan Paul Foundation, with awards up to US $15,000. Projects may include early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, or refugee enrichment that engage and support young people.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Maine DACF Recreation Access Grants in Maine
Land trusts, municipal conservation commissions, local governments, nonprofits, state agencies, and private foundations in Maine can seek funding to acquire small parcels that improve public access to lakes, ponds, rivers, and coastal waters. Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry supports projects that enhance boating, fishing, swimming, and other recreational water uses, which may complement forestry and land conservation efforts.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or diversity initiatives can seek sponsorship support to advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation’s regional sponsorships may benefit forestry-related or rural community projects that help preserve neighborhoods and strengthen local economies.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Workforce Transportation Funding for Maine Organizations via Maine Department of Transportation
Employers, municipalities, nonprofits, human service organizations, and public or private transportation providers in Maine can access up to US $750,000 for rural workforce transportation pilots, including capital, operating, and start-up costs. Maine Department of Transportation prioritizes projects serving key industries such as agriculture, fishing, forestry, and tourism, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Maine Department of Transportation
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can use this funding for poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, and other human and social services, including work in Maine. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help smaller 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities worldwide with US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused interventions.
Gupta Family Foundation
Farm Credit East Forestry Grants in Maine
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
With a mission to strengthen agriculture and related industries, Farm Credit East provides Maine forestry, agriculture, and commercial fishing organizations with US $500 - US $10,000 for projects that enhance long-term industry viability. Eligible programs include leadership development, economic development, market promotion, education, and economic analysis benefiting the broader Northeast region.
Farm Credit East
Weeden Foundation Grants for Maine Forestry
Letter of inquiry due Aug 7, 2026
Forestry and conservation nonprofits in Maine can seek US $10,000 - US $30,000 to support biodiversity protection, habitat conservation, and related environmental initiatives. Grants from Weeden Foundation help organizations working on land and wildlife conservation, environmental education, and sustainable resource use; 501(c)(3) groups or international equivalents must submit a Letter of Inquiry before a full proposal.
Weeden Foundation
Conservation Project Grants for Maine Organizations via Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
Pre proposal due Aug 20, 2026
Maine organizations planning natural resource conservation or outdoor recreation projects can apply for grants that support wildlife, habitat, public lands, and related law enforcement work in Maine. With a mission to maintain, improve, and expand conservation programs, Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife administers the Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund, prioritizing strong public–private partnerships and projects of statewide significance that may include forestry-related components.
Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
OECD Grants for Forestry Conferences
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Focused on forestry and related natural resources, this programme invites research scientists to seek funding for conferences, workshops, or symposia in OECD Co-operative Research Programme member countries. Maine forestry researchers may be eligible if their events address CRP themes in forestry, agriculture, fisheries, food, or sustainable natural resource use.
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
Environmental and Humanitarian Grants for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
With a mission to support life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Hansen Family Foundation provides Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $10,000 for children’s services, education, environmental and humanitarian work, animal welfare, and arts and culture. U.S.-based organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% may be considered, including those with forestry-related environmental programs.
Hansen Family Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Conservation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on nature and wildlife conservation, environmental stewardship, or related humanitarian needs in the Southern U.S. may be eligible for Robinson Foundation support. Although Maine groups are outside the primary region, forestry and conservation organizations with Southern projects or partners could benefit from these single-year program grants.
Robinson Foundation
Community Forestry Funding from Maine Forest Service
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations in Maine can receive up to US $20,000 to plan and deliver community forestry education and management projects. Maine Forest Service’s Project Canopy Planning and Education grants support sustainable community forestry, increase awareness of tree and forest benefits, and improve community health and livability through tree planting and maintenance.
Maine Forest Service
Maine Forest Service Urban Forestry Grants
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Maine can fund tree planting and maintenance projects that strengthen community forestry programs and urban tree cover. With a mission to support long-term community forestry, Maine Forest Service provides up to US $15,000 on a 50/50 match basis for activities like buffer plantings, business district enhancement, and green infrastructure.
Maine Forest Service
Urban Forestry Grants for Municipalities from Maine
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofits in Maine can seek funding to plant, protect, and manage urban and community trees, including climate-resilient canopy projects and urban wood utilization. State of Maine Department of Agriculture Conservation and Forestry offers US $25,000 - US $200,000 through Project Canopy’s Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Grant.
State of Maine Department of Agriculture Conservation and Forestry
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Maine Forestry
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Forestry and conservation organizations in Maine can seek funding for education, environmental stewardship, community enrichment, or entrepreneurship projects that serve communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Focused on these four areas, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and qualified government entities to apply if they are located within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Maine Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports these community services, which may benefit families and children in forestry-dependent and rural areas.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
IRS-qualified nonprofit organizations in Maine working on community programs, education, environment, wildlife, or cultural initiatives can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 in funding from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation. Forestry-related nonprofits may be eligible when projects fit these priorities and can be significantly advanced by relatively small grants.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Maine Agriculture Department Grants for Maine Forestry
Letter of inquiry due Dec 19, 2026
Nonprofit and public entities running projects that benefit Maine’s specialty crop industry, including forest-related crops, can seek up to US $100,000 for market research, promotion, or new technology. With a mission to support agriculture and conservation, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry administers this competitive program annually for statewide industry-benefit initiatives.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Maine Forestry Funding via Maine Community Foundation
Applications due Feb 3, 2027
Grants from Maine Community Foundation help Maine nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and public agencies fund projects benefiting the Baldwin area, with awards from US $1,000 - US $20,000. Eligible projects may promote forestry, natural resource education, sustainable resource-based economies, or greater self-reliance among Baldwin residents, including new, expanding, or ongoing programs.
Maine Community Foundation
Maine Agriculture Support for Maine Soil Health
Letter of inquiry due Mar 3, 2027
Maine farms seeking to overcome on-farm barriers to soil health in Maine can apply for funding to improve soil conditions and management. The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Healthy Soils Program supports projects such as cover cropping, amendments, soil monitoring equipment, training, and related practices, which may benefit operations integrating forestry or agroforestry systems.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can seek project, operating, or capital support in Maine and other U.S. communities. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports local, non-discriminatory charities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates, which may include Maine groups serving underserved and underrepresented residents.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Maine Department Boating Access Grants in Maine
Pre proposal due Apr 17, 2027
Public and private agencies in Maine planning recreational boating access projects can seek up to US $100,000 to acquire, develop, enhance, or rehabilitate public boat launching facilities. Focused on recreational water access, the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry invites applicants to fund design, construction, permitting, and related project costs that improve public boating opportunities.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Old York Garden Club Forestry Grants in Maine
Applications due May 1, 2027
Forestry and plant science students in Maine can receive scholarship support for allied plant sciences, including forestry, ecology, conservation, and related fields. The Old York Garden Club, through the Garden Club Federation of Maine, offers a US $3,000 award to legal Maine residents studying full-time at Maine institutions or the University of New Hampshire.
Garden Club Federation Of Maine Inc/Old York Garden Club
Maryland Department Support for Maine Waterways
Applications due May 15, 2027
Maine municipalities and state agencies seeking funding for harbor management, planning, and public access improvements to state waters can apply for this program, with awards up to Up to US $20,000. Focused on water resource management, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources initiative may benefit projects connected to forestry-related waterfront or submerged lands in Maine.
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Outdoor Recreation Grants for Maine Governments via Maine Agriculture Department
Pre proposal due Jun 26, 2027
State of Maine agencies, counties, municipalities, school districts, and tribal nations in Maine can seek funding to acquire or develop public outdoor recreation facilities. The Land and Water Conservation Fund, administered by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, offers up to US $1,000,000 and can cover up to 50% of eligible project costs, which may benefit forestry-related recreation areas.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Maine Department Grants for Maine Trail Projects
Applications due Jul 17, 2027
With a mission to support outdoor recreation and active transportation, the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry provides Maine municipalities, state subdivisions, and nonprofits with funding up to US $250,000 for trail design, restoration, and new trail development. Projects that enhance public access, tourism, and sustainable, multi-use trail networks may be competitive.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Maine Forestry Funding via International Tropical Timber
Applications due Jul 20, 2027
Forestry professionals and researchers in Maine from ITTO member countries can access funding through the International Tropical Timber Organization Fellowship Programme, with awards up to US $10,000 for short-term training, conferences, study tours, and postgraduate work. Individuals, not institutions, apply to build skills that support sustainable forestry and natural resource management.
International Tropical Timber Organization