Burning Foundation: Environment Grant

Burning Foundation: Environment Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Burning Foundation
Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000
Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Summary

The Burning Foundation offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000, totaling around $650,000 annually, to support environmental 501(c)(3) organizations in Washington and Oregon. The foundation focuses on preserving habitats that enhance biodiversity and promote quiet recreation. Eligible projects must align with their mission of protecting local rivers, forests, and ecosystems. Preference is given to local initiatives over national organizations, encouraging grassroots efforts in environmental conservation.

Overview

NOTE: Applications must be completed in the same cycle in which the LOI is submitted. Mission The mission of Burning Foundation is to protect our region’s rivers, forest, native fish and land. Environmental Programs: We supply financial assistance to organizations that engage in the preservation of habitat that supports biodiversity and quiet remote recreation in Washington or Oregon. We believe that it is most important to preserve habitat that is part of a larger functioning ecosystem. Funding Grants range from $5,000 to $15,000. Approximately $650,000 is granted each year.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. We will support environmental 501(c)(3) groups throughout Washington and Oregon who meet the stated areas of interest.Grants are made for general operating expenses and/or special projects.

Ineligibility

If your organization’s LOI or proposal has been denied, please wait a year before re-applying. The Foundation no longer accepts requests for multi-year support.We will not support:Requests for research projects or scholarships.Museums or museum displays.Animal sanctuaries.Wildlife rescueBook or film productions, unless the production is an essential component of the funded project.Requests from schools, universities, or their fundraising affiliates.Programs related to energy conservation, alternative energy, nuclear waste, toxics, or global warming.Land/property purchase, or capital campaigns for building construction or renovations.Requests related to gardening programs, or the creation or renovation of urban or community parks.Requests related to urban forests.Environmental education programs.Land Trusts that are primarily agriculturally focused.Requests from farms.Requests for habitat restoration in areas that have been fragmented by agriculture use.Requests for habitat restoration that does not restore habitat to its native state.Quasi-governmental organizations, such as:Regional Fisheries Enhancement groups Soil and Water Conservation Districts Watershed Councils