Population Issues Grants for Nonprofits

GrantStation’s exclusive database features 12 active funding opportunities giving towards this area of interest, all accepting requests from new grantseekers!

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Colcom Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Letters of inquiry: none
Invited applications: February 28, May 31, August 31, and November 30, annually
Grant Range: $9000 - $2870000
Average Grant: $189105

The primary mission of the Colcom Foundation is to foster a sustainable environment to ensure quality of life for all Americans by addressing major causes and consequences of overpopulation and…

New-Land Foundation

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Application Deadline:

March 1 and September 1, annually
Grant Range: $5000 - $100000

The New-Land Foundation is devoted to protecting the environment and reducing the threat of nuclear war.

The Foundation's specific interests include the following:

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Irving S. Gilmore Foundation

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Application Deadline:

January 6, March 3, May 1, July 1, September 1, and November 3, 2025

Note: Requests for $10,000 or less may be submitted at any time.

The Irving S. Gilmore Foundation is dedicated to developing and enriching the cultural, social, and economic life of greater Kalamazoo, MI.

The funding priorities of the Foundation include…

Paul M. Angell Family Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • Performing Arts & Social Impact: January 23, 2026 (latest expired date)
  • Conservation: January 30, 2026 (latest expired date)
  • Deadlines will be updated when a new funding cycle is announced
Grant Range: $34078136 - $34078136
Average Grant: $34078136

The Paul M. Angell Family Foundation works to create thriving and equitable communities where the arts flourish and healthy oceans sustainably support human and animal life.

The Foundation…

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation

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Application Deadline:

Varies by program

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation supports leaders and institutions working toward a biologically rich, sustainable world where families can plan for their children and all children reach…

Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement

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Application Deadline:

Deadlines will be added when new funding opportunities are announced.

The Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, administered by the University of Southern California, is awarded for scientific work on the environment, energy, and health, resulting in important…

Weeden Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • Letters of inquiry from new applicants: August 1, 2025
  • Applications: August 29, 2025
Average Grant: $25000

The Weeden Foundation embraces the protection of biodiversity as its main priority.

Currently, the Foundation has four geographical focus areas:

  • Tongass National Forest in…

Alberta Conservation Association

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Application Deadline:

Applications accepted November 1 - December 10, 2025

The mission of the Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) is to conserve, protect, and enhance fish and wildlife populations and their habitat for all Albertans to enjoy, value, and use.

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Population issues could include not just population growth, but the challenges created by a rapidly urbanizing, aging and migrating world population. These challenges can include greater stressors on resources, healthcare, education housing and the environment. There are many nonprofits that have made it their mission to try and tackle these kinds of issues head on.

These nonprofits are only able to do their good work thanks to the generous funding provided by nonprofit grants. These grants can be used for all kinds of initiatives, including researching demographic trends, and engaging in urban planning, housing and migration response programs. There are many different organizations that provide these kinds of grants. This includes many kinds of private foundations, as well as international agencies. 

When drafting a population issue grant proposal, it’s essential to make sure that you use relevant data to back up your claims. In this case, this could include demographic data, as well as statistics on the consumption of living space and resources. Good places to get started on this kind of information include the United Nations World Population Prospects and the World Bank.

If you need more tips on writing great grant proposals, then make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the subject. You can also browse a selection of population issues grants right here, all open for applications.