Vermont State Grants – Explore Active Funding: 

GrantWatch features a variety of state grants for nonprofits, municipalities, businesses, individuals, and government agencies. Find funding for a wide range of projects across different sectors and causes. Discover Vermont state grant opportunities that align with your goals. With a MemberPlus+ subscription, access full eligibility details and application instructions.
Number of available Grants: 41

Grants to Vermont Public and Private Boatyards and Marinas to Improve Transient Boating Facili...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Vermont public and private boatyards and marinas and public parks to support the installation or upgrade of transient boating facilities. Interested applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the renovation, construct...

GrantWatch ID#: 170462

Grants to Vermont Nonprofits, Agencies, Municipalities, and Tribes for Outdoor Recreation

Deadline: 01/31/27

Grants to Vermont nonprofit organizations, government entities, municipalities, and tribes for outdoor off-road recreational trail projects. Applicants must submit a pre-application prior to the full application and are advised to initiate the permit and registrat...

GrantWatch ID#: 137803

Grants to Vermont Farmers for Water and Pasture Management Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000, grants of up to $15,000, and in-kind support to Vermont farms and farmers for agricultural projects. Funding is intended to provide pasture management technical assistance and economic support to farmers to improve water quality and on-far...

GrantWatch ID#: 209972

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Nonprofits to Increase Awareness of and Responses to Climate...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations to increase awareness of and responses to climate change and extreme weather. Funding is intended for research, journalism activities, and conferences that serve to enhance political stability, share knowle...

GrantWatch ID#: 210862

Grants and Financial Assistance to USA Government Employees to Help Purchase a Home

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $9,000 and financial assistance to USA government employees to help purchase a home. Funding is intended to benefit government employees at all levels, including but not limited to postal service employees, clerical staff, general administration, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 217375

Grants to Vermont Municipalities for Development and Planning Projects

Deadline: 11/02/26

Grants to Vermont municipalities and consortia for community improvement projects. Funding is intended for a range of activities related to planning, developing, and restoring local land. Two or more municipalities may apply jointly. Projects that promote Vermont'...

GrantWatch ID#: 174774

Grants to Vermont Municipalities, Nonprofits, Conservation Districts, and Planning Commissions...

Deadline: 11/12/26

Grants to Vermont municipalities, nonprofit organizations, conservation districts, and planning commissions for initiatives to enhance water quality. Funding is intended for a projects in a variety of focus areas, including but not limited to forestry, dam removal...

GrantWatch ID#: 227517

Grants to Vermont Agencies, Nonprofits, and Developers for Disaster Relief Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Vermont government agencies, nonprofits, community housing development organizations, and developers for disaster relief activities in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a pre-application and hold a public hearing prior to applying. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 222984

Grants to Vermont Government Agencies to Acquire and Develop Outdoor Facilities

Deadline: 01/31/27

Grants to Vermont municipal entities, including park, fire, and school districts and government agencies, to provide state residents with outdoor recreational facilities. Funding is intended for projects to acquire lands and to develop and improve existing parks a...

GrantWatch ID#: 150261

Grants to New York, Vermont, and Quebec Watershed Nonprofits for Professional Training

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to New York, Vermont, and Quebec nonprofit watershed organizations in eligible locations for professional training and capacity-building opportunities. Funds may be used for expenses such as registration fees, meals, travel, and accommodations...

GrantWatch ID#: 173337

Grants to USA Dairy Businesses in Multiple States for Equipment and Capital Improvements

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to USA dairy businesses in multiple states for capital improvements. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several days. Funding is intended for initiatives to modernize or install advanced machinery for dairy handling and packaging, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 221477

Grants to Vermont Farming and Forestry Businesses to Cover Costs for Attending Trade Shows

Deadline: 01/20/27

Grants of up to $7,500 to Vermont businesses to support networking and sales activities. Applicants must complete the required registration prior to applying. Funding is intended to assist local farming or forestry businesses. The goal of the grant program is to m...

GrantWatch ID#: 169940

Grants to Vermont Low-Income Households for Home Energy Efficiency Repairs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Vermont low-income households for home energy efficiency repairs. Funding is intended for home improvements that will improve energy efficiency and lower utility bills. The program on average reduces drafts by 40% and adds about 1,500 square feet of insu...

GrantWatch ID#: 228913

Grants to Vermont Schools to Improve Heating Systems

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $25,000 to Vermont schools to improve essential systems. Funding is intended to provide both technical guidance and financial support to assist eligible recipients with the planning, installation, repair, replacement, or modernization of advanced w...

GrantWatch ID#: 230487