Nonprofits
Foundation-funded
$500K
per applicant
Grant
Cash award, application-based
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
Or check for open cycles
Moderate
Standard state application
Funds nonprofits helping U.S. cities — particularly low-income communities — build climate resilience, advance equitable clean energy, and strengthen community development systems. Kresge periodically posts open funding opportunities alongside invited grantmaking across its Environment, Health, and American Cities programs.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below to get an instant self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations or fiscally sponsored projects
2.Work must align with a current Kresge program strategy (climate resilience, creative placemaking, health equity)
3.Check the foundation's 'Current funding opportunities' page for open RFPs; other grants are invited
4.Both project grants and multi-year general operating support are used
IRS · United States
Allows businesses to deduct up to $5.65/sq ft for commercial buildings achieving significant energy savings through improvements to HVAC, lighting, and building envelope systems. IRA expanded the deduction and allowed non-profits and government to allocate it.
LPO · United States
Offers federal loan guarantees for innovative clean energy projects that struggle to access conventional financing. Supports first-of-kind commercial-scale projects in renewable energy, storage, advanced nuclear, and industrial decarbonization.
CDFI Fund · United States
Attracts private investment into low-income communities by allowing investors to receive a 39% federal tax credit over 7 years on investments made through certified Community Development Entities (CDEs).