Grant Programs – Freshwater Future

Grants

Freshwater Future's grants programs provide financial support to activities that actively promote aquatic habitat protection through community advocacy efforts working locally to protect drinking water, shorelines, inland lakes, rivers, and wetlands in the Great Lakes Basin.

Our Fall Project Grant cycle is now open! Apply before September 30, 2026.

Questions about applying? Join our Fall Grants Q&A Webinar on Wednesday September 2 from 12-1pm ET. Register here.

Download our Project Grant Application below:

Project Grants

Provides financial support for community groups that promote water protection through grassroots advocacy efforts. Awards range from $500 to $5,000.

Special Opportunity Grants

“Emergency” grants for projects that may not coincide with the application timeline or funding period of thet Project Grant Program. Maximum award amount is $750.

Grant-Subsidized Coaching & consulting

We offer customized consulting tailored exclusively to your needs, including expertise in strategic planning, board development, fundraising support, and more.