Grants for Environmental Conservation
Last updated November 11, 2026
Grantable tracks 1,925 active grants for environmental conservation in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 26 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 912 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.
- Grants tracked
- 1,925
- from 1,031 funders
- Median award
- $25K
- middle half $5,000–$126K
- Total listed funding
- $388.3M
- across 912 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 31
- 65 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Colcom Foundation Local Grants (Southwestern Pennsylvania) Colcom Foundation · Foundation Nov 30, 2026 · Varies Colcom Foundation is an independent Pittsburgh-based foundation (est. | |
| Federal 319(h) Grants Water Quality Funding · State Nov 30, 2026 · $90M – $100M U.S. EPA Clean Water Act Section 319(h) grants for watershed-based initiatives supporting watershed plans, pilot projects, technical assistance, and information exchange. Requires 40% mandatory nonfederal cost share. | |
| Federal 319(h) Grants (Clean Water Act) Water Quality Funding · State Nov 30, 2026 · $90M – $100M U.S. EPA-funded grants for watershed-based nonpoint source pollution reduction initiatives. Supports watershed plans, pilot projects, technical assistance, and information exchange. | |
| Appalachian Forest Grants Program (Major Grants) Appalachian Forest Heritage Area Inc · Foundation ~November · $3K – $20K | |
| One Hive Foundation Grant One Hive Foundation · Foundation Dec 1, 2026 · Up to US $75,000 The One Hive Foundation Grant focuses on promoting pollinator health and ecologically responsible agriculture through funding research and nonprofit initiatives. | |
| Black Swamp Bucks Unlimited Grant Black Swamp Bucks Unlimited · Foundation ~December · Varies Black Swamp Bucks Unlimited accepts Grant Request applications from July 1 to December 1, with grants reviewed by March 1; applications may be completed online or by downloading a PDF to mail to the office. | |
| Mojave Desert Tortoise Recovery Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Dec 3, 2026 · Varies The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is offering $2 million in grant funding to develop or enhance Mojave Desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) Recovery. | |
| Walter F. Coxe Research Grants Alabama Audubon · Foundation ~December · Up to $3K Up to $3,000 to support scientific research applicable to the exploration and conservation of Alabama's plant and animal life. Priority to field-based projects in Alabama or by Alabama-affiliated researchers; intended as seed money. | |
| Walter F. Coxe Research Grants Alabama Audubon · Foundation ~December · Up to $3K Alabama Audubon's Walter F. Coxe Research Grants provide up to $3,000 per award to support scientific research directly applicable to the exploration and conservation of Alabama's plant and animal life. | |
| Lintilhac Foundation Grant Lintilhac Foundation Inc · Foundation Dec 15, 2026 · $5K – $30K The Lintilhac Foundation Grant aims to foster a stronger, healthier Vermont by supporting nonprofit organizations in various core areas such as clean energy, water quality, forest health, and sustainable outdoor recreation. | |
| In Lieu Fee Program Department of Environmental Protection Division of Water and Waste Management/Office of Water Resources · State Dec 15, 2026 · Varies In Lieu Fee Stream and Wetland Mitigation Grants are provided to entities who apply to fulfill requirements for stream and/or wetland mitigation to create and/or restore streams and wetlands. | |
| 2027 Nonpoint Source (NPS) Grant Program – Clean Water Act section 319(h) State Water Resources Control Board · State Dec 18, 2026 · $10M – $100M The NPS Grant Program seeks proposals for projects that reduce runoff of pollution to waters of the state, such as agricultural projects that reduce pesticide and nutrient runoff, improvement or decommissioning of dirt roads to reduce… | |
| F26AS00085 Aquatic Invasive Species Interjurisdictional Grants to the Great Lakes States and Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Fish and Wildlife Service · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $20K – $924K Using appropriations to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) anticipates providing grants to support implementation of interjurisdictional projects that cut across state and tribal Great… | |
| Georgia Conservation Tax Credit Program GA DNR Grants · State Dec 31, 2026 · Varies Financial incentive for landowners to protect Georgia's natural resources. | |
| Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP) Conservation Foundation of Lancaster County · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500K Assist farmers and landowners in the design and installation of agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) that reduce or prevent nutrient and sediment losses from farms and improve water quality and soil health across Pennsylvania. | |
| Conservation Fellowship The Garden Club of Virginia Inc · Foundation ~December · $4K – $8K Support research in conservation and environmental studies that directly impacts the Commonwealth of Virginia. Topics may include flora, fauna, or community practices. | |
| Private Forest Accord Grant Program Oregon Association of Conservation Districts · Foundation ~December · Up to $10M This grant program results from a historic agreement between timber and conservation groups, which has increased protections for stream and aquatic species' habitat while allowing forest management practices to continue on private lands. | |
| F26AS00084 Aquatic Invasive Species Grants to Great Lakes Tribes - Fiscal Year 2026 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Fish and Wildlife Service · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $20K – $100K Using appropriations to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) anticipates providing grants to support development and/or implementation of Great Lakes Tribal Aquatic Invasive Species… | |
| Gabriel G. Paz Conservation Scholarship Fund Arizona Chapter of Safari Club International · Foundation ~December · Varies | |
| NCNPS Awards Program The North Carolina Native Plant Society Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Annual awards program recognizing individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the NC Native Plant Society and to the cause of native plant and habitat conservation. | |
| AmeriCorps National Competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) FY2027 GOYFF Grants · State Jan 6, 2027 · Varies Federally awarded AmeriCorps competition for organizations to engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions/practices addressing critical community needs in six focus areas: disaster services, economic… | |
| UPEC Community Conservation Grants Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition · Foundation ~January · $2K – $10K Despite extensive public land in the UP, privately-owned land (corporations and individuals) offers new opportunities to enhance protection through community action. | |
| Green-Wood Research Award in Human/Nature Interactions The Green-Wood Historic Fund Inc · Foundation ~January · Up to $4K This award provides support for emerging investigators and designers to conduct original research or design work that utilizes the location, landscape and/or collections of Green-Wood Cemetery and Historic Fund to advance the study of the… | |
| Annual Grant Program Clothes Less Traveled Thrift Shop Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies Clothes Less Traveled's annual grant program supports local nonprofits through a two-step application process. Since founding in 1997, CLT has reinvested profits into the community, awarding over $7.5 million to more than 100 charities. |
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Grants for environmental conservation by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 31 2%
- Upcoming date published
- 65 3%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 181 9%
- No deadline published
- 1,648 86%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 65 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active grants for environmental conservation
- Natural Resources 44 active
- National Fish and Wildlife Foundation 39 active
- National Arbor Day Foundation 37 active
- Chesapeake Bay Trust 26 active
- Maryland Department of Natural Resources 23 active
- California Department of Fish and Wildlife 17 active
1,031 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 1,925 active grants for environmental conservation (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of November 11, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 27 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About environmental conservation grants
Environmental conservation grants support protecting and restoring natural resources, including habitat, forests, wetlands, and working lands. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is among the largest conservation grantmakers, and federal programs through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the U.S. Forest Service, and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service fund restoration and easement work. Nonprofits, land trusts, tribes, and government agencies are common applicants.
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Environmental Conservation Grants by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do grants for environmental conservation award?
Of the 1,925 grants for environmental conservation Grantable lists as of November 11, 2026, 912 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $126K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most grants for environmental conservation?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Natural Resources (44), National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (39), National Arbor Day Foundation (37), Chesapeake Bay Trust (26), and Maryland Department of Natural Resources (23). In all, 1,031 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for environmental conservation due?
Of 1,925 grants listed, 31 accept applications on a rolling basis, 65 have a published upcoming deadline, 181 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,648 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 45% fall in October–December.
What grants are available for conservation work?
Conservation funding covers habitat restoration, species recovery, land and easement acquisition, watershed protection, and stewardship of working lands. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation runs numerous competitive programs, and USDA/NRCS offers tools like Conservation Innovation Grants. Many programs require matching funds and prioritize measurable ecological outcomes.
Who funds conservation nonprofits?
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, created by Congress in 1984, pairs public dollars with private match and is the country's largest private conservation grantmaker. Federal partners include USDA/NRCS, the U.S. Forest Service, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and NOAA, alongside private and community foundations focused on land and wildlife.
Do conservation grants require matching funds?
Many do. Programs such as those run by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and several USDA easement programs expect grantees to contribute matching cash or in-kind resources, sometimes a substantial share of project cost. Lining up partners and committed match early strengthens an application and is often a formal eligibility requirement.
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