Grants for Environmental Conservation
Last updated October 21, 2026
Grantable tracks 1,930 active grants for environmental conservation in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 32 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 920 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.
- Grants tracked
- 1,930
- from 1,035 funders
- Median award
- $25K
- middle half $5,000–$125K
- Total listed funding
- $388.5M
- across 920 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 31
- 72 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| BPI Composting Microgrants International Biodegradable Products Institute Inc · Foundation ~November · $500 – $5K Grants can support various activities including: | |
| Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grant Max & Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Inc · Foundation Nov 10, 2026 · $1K – $20K The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation offers grants to support diverse initiatives, including museums, educational programs, and environmental activities. | |
| Annual Environmental Grants The Rockfall Foundation · Foundation Nov 11, 2026 · $1K – $5K The Rockfall Foundation is accepting applications for its 2026 Annual Environmental Grants Program, aimed at non-profit organizations, municipalities, and schools. | |
| RESTORE Colorado Grant Program National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation ~November · $100K The RESTORE Colorado Grant Program, administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, aims to enhance wildlife habitats across Colorado. | |
| Community Grants Program Farrington Historical Foundation · Foundation Nov 12, 2026 · $1K – $25K All areas will be considered, but emphasis is given to: The Farrington Historical Foundation carries on the philanthropy of benefactor Dorothy Bogen Farrington. | |
| Paulding County Area Foundation General Grants Paulding County Area Foundation · Foundation Nov 14, 2026 · Varies The Paulding County Area Foundation offers grants to support community projects and initiatives. The foundation has implemented a simplified process for grant project submissions. | |
| Pollinator Habitat Incentive Program American Farmland Trust · Foundation ~November · $100 American Farmland Trust, in partnership with Syngenta, offers incentive payments for new acres of pollinator habitat planted in the Midwest region through the Pollinator Habitat Incentive Program. | |
| DFE - Urban & Community Forestry Grant Program 2026 eCivis Grants Network (direct) · State Nov 15, 2026 · Varies Grant program for urban and community forestry projects and initiatives. | |
| 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 under Clean Water Act Section 319(h) to support watershed-based initiatives that implement watershed plans and address nonpoint source pollution. Requires 40% mandatory nonfederal cost share. | |
| 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. | |
| Donation Mini-Grant (DMG) Program NC Land & Water Fund · State Dec 15, 2026 · Varies Grant program with three application cycles per year (January 15, April 15, and August 15 deadlines) for donation-based conservation projects. | |
| 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. |
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Grants for environmental conservation by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 31 2%
- Upcoming date published
- 72 4%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 181 9%
- No deadline published
- 1,646 85%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 72 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 40 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
1,035 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 1,930 active grants for environmental conservation (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 21, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 26 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 1,930 grants for environmental conservation Grantable lists as of October 21, 2026, 920 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $125K. 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 (40), National Arbor Day Foundation (37), Chesapeake Bay Trust (26), and Maryland Department of Natural Resources (23). In all, 1,035 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are grants for environmental conservation due?
Of 1,930 grants listed, 31 accept applications on a rolling basis, 72 have a published upcoming deadline, 181 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,646 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 56% 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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