Gina Burritt, Director
Planning Department

Provider

PA Department of Environmental Protection

Application Deadline

November 14, 2025

Summary

Each year, Pennsylvania invests in its schools, colleges and universities, county conservation districts, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to improve environmental literacy among youth and adults.

Administered through DEP, the Environmental Education Grants Program provides funds to support a wide range of environmental education projects including meaningful, hands-on programs for students, teacher training workshops, and community conservation projects for adults.

Common Eligible Projects

DEP’s Environmental Education Grants Program welcomes applications for the development of innovative formal and non-formal environmental education projects that: 1) Address grant program priorities; 2) Provide opportunities to expand the public’s understanding of Pennsylvania’s environmental issues; and 3) Develop skills required to make informed decisions and take responsible action on behalf of the environment.

More Information

https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/residents/environmental-education/environmental-education-grants