Grants for Environmental Conservation

Last updated October 22, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,929 active grants for environmental conservation in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 31 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 919 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 1,929; from 1,035 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $5,000–$125K
Total listed funding: $388.3M; across 919 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 31; 71 with a published date

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CCCF: Common Ground Program - Forest Health and Wildfire Resilience Planning & Education Grants Chaffee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The CCCF's Common Ground Program offers Forest Health and Wildfire Resilience Planning & Education Grants aimed at enhancing community wildfire resilience and forest health.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Clean Marine Initiative Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To reduce non-point source pollution from marinas and boaters. Provides technical assistance on environmental best management practices.	Not published	Varies
Wildlife Conservation Board Grants (formerly known as Ecosystem Restoration on Agricultural Lands Program) California Wildlife Conservation Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wildlife Conservation Board Grants, previously the Ecosystem Restoration on Agricultural Lands Program, focus on enhancing habitat on privately owned agricultural lands in California.	Not published	Varies
Nonpoint Source Grant for Pollution Control Projects Watershed-based Plan Development RFA State of Maine Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · $10K – $60K The Nonpoint Source Grant for Pollution Control Projects aims to assist communities in developing Watershed-based Plans (WBP) to restore or protect water bodies from nonpoint source pollution.	Not published	$10K – $60K
Partnership Grants - Mini Cedar Valley Trails Partnership · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Cedar Valley Trails Partnership offers annual Mini-Grants aimed at enhancing the Cedar Valley trail system. These grants support projects that expand, improve, and maintain the trails, promoting safety and utility.	Not published	Up to $500
Lowcountry Land Conservation Grant Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Lowcountry Land Conservation Grant, offered by the Gaylord & Dorothy Donnelley Foundation, focuses on enhancing land conservation efforts in the Lowcountry region through a climate resiliency, diversity, equity, and inclusion lens.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Acadia Science Fellowship Grant Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Acadia Science Fellowship aims to protect Acadia's environmental and cultural heritage through innovative research and public engagement.	Not published	Up to $30K
AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes.	Not published	Varies
Landlovers Foundation Grant Landlovers Foundation Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The Landlovers Foundation Grant, established in 1974, aims to provide philanthropic support to non-profit organizations that enhance the cultural, educational, and environmental landscape of Skidaway Island.	Not published	Varies
Piedmont Natural Gas Company Grant Program Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Piedmont Natural Gas Company Grant Program, part of the Duke Energy Foundation, supports community vitality through grants of $20,000 or less.	Not published	Up to $20K
Grassland and Rangeland Enhancement Grant Program Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grassland and Rangeland Enhancement Grant Program, managed by the Kootenay Livestock Association, aims to enhance grassland resources while balancing conservation and recreational goals.	Not published	Varies
UP Sustainable Forest & Wildlife Grant Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The UP Sustainable Forest & Wildlife Grant supports projects that enhance the quality of life in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.	Not published	Up to $1K
Baiardi Family Foundation Grants Baiardi Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Baiardi Family Foundation accepts (but does not solicit) grant requests from nonprofits and does NOT make grants to individuals, using the Council of Michigan Foundations Common Grant Application.	Rolling	Varies
Quetico Superior Foundation Grant Quetico Superior Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Quetico Superior Foundation Grant supports the preservation of Minnesota’s Border Lakes Canoe Country and Ontario’s Quetico Provincial Park. It funds diverse projects ranging from land preservation to youth programs.	Not published	Varies
Wetlands and Waterways Protection Program Maryland Department of the Environment · State Not published · Varies Tidal wetlands are managed to provide reasonable use while furnishing essential resource protection.	Not published	Varies
Darwin Plus Fund - Local- Organisations Grant Darwin Plus · Foundation Not published · Up to £50,000 The Darwin Plus Fund - Local Organisations supports small-scale environmental projects in the UK Overseas Territories, aiming to enhance biodiversity and build resilience to climate change.	Not published	Up to £50,000
Black Hills Energy Power of Trees Grant Program Trees Forever · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Black Hills Energy Power of Trees Grant Program, offered in partnership with Trees Forever, supports Iowa communities in tree planting initiatives that promote energy efficiency and environmental beautification.	Not published	Up to $5K
Polaris Trails Grants Program The Polaris Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Polaris Trails Grants Program, launched in January 2006, supports off-road and snow clubs across the U.S. and Canada. This pioneering initiative funds projects that promote safe riding, trail preservation, and environmental protection.	Not published	Up to $10K
Appalachian Landscapes Project Catalyst Grant Open Space Institute Land Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Appalachian Landscapes Project Catalyst Grant supports climate-informed planning for land protection and stewardship in the Appalachian region.	Not published	Up to $20K
OR Restoration and Enhancement Grants Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The OR Restoration and Enhancement Grants, funded by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, allocate $2-3 million annually for fishery restoration projects.	Not published	Up to $200K
Science and Lake Improvement Account Program Tahoe Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The principal goal of the Conservancy's Science and Lake Improvement Account program is to support near-shore environmental improvement program activities and projects, particularly projects that manage aquatic invasive species or improve…	Not published	Varies
Renewable Resource Planning Grants (MT) Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $40K The Renewable Resource Planning Grants (MT) provide funding to governmental entities for essential professional and technical services to create high-quality grant applications.	Not published	$15K – $40K
CFHC: Community Grants Community Foundation of Henderson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Henderson County offers grants to support diverse community needs, promoting collaboration among tax-exempt organizations in Henderson County.	Not published	Varies
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – Prop 68 River Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas.	Not published	Varies

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for environmental conservation award?

Of the 1,929 grants for environmental conservation Grantable lists as of October 22, 2026, 919 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 (39), 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 1,929 grants listed, 31 accept applications on a rolling basis, 71 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, 55% 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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