• There are many funding sources that support eco-friendly projects.Recycle image by sarkee from Fotolia.com
  
  There are numerous individuals who choose to lead eco-friendly lives by conserving energy, reducing carbon emissions and recycling. Schools, nonprofit organizations and other groups are implementing projects to safeguard the environment. Many of these project ideas require funding for proper execution. Luckily, there are several funding sources that support and advocate green ideas.
  
  

Green America

• Green America, a nonprofit organization dedicated to tackling environmental issues, offers grants ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 to groups initiating eco-friendly projects or programs, according to Green America. Project include bicycling initiatives for low-income youth or urban community gardens. For funding consideration, a group requires nomination by an outside entity. If the group acquires a nomination for the top-10 category, then the Green America staff members vote on the projects. Nominations generally occur annually in June, and voters can select their choice of project in mid-July each year.
  
  Green America
  
  1612 K Street NW Suite 600
  
  Washington DC 20006
  
  800-584-7336
  
  greenamericatoday.org/greengrants/index_voting.cfm
  
  

NEA Foundation Green Grants

• The NEA Foundation, with support from Nickelodeon and the Staples Foundation for Learning, financially assists green-related school and classroom projects by awarding grants of up to $5,000. Funding benefits classroom ideas, techniques and approaches when implementing a green program to youth, according to the foundation. There is no specific deadline for applications, which you can submit online.
  
  The NEA Foundation
  
  1201 16th Street, NW
  
  Washington, DC 20036
  
  202-822-7840
  
  neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/nea-foundation-green-grants/
  
  

Build-a-Bear Workshop Foundation

• The Build-a-Bear Workshop Foundation supports environmental initiatives executed by nonprofit organizations nationwide. The foundation provides grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 for funding projects that benefit children, animals, wildlife and the environment. Although funding applies to programs across the United States, projects located near Build-a-Bear establishments take top priority. Proposal deadlines are every year in March.
  
  Build-a-Bear Workshop Foundation
  
  1954 Innerbelt Business Center Drive
  
  Saint Louis, MO 63114
  
  877-789-2327
  
  buildabear.com/aboutus/community/Grants/2010BABWFoundationGrantGuidelines.pdf