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 federal 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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EMSWCD: Partners in Conservation Grant The East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $70K The EMSWCD's Partners in Conservation Grant supports community-led projects aimed at enhancing soil health, improving water quality, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.	Not published	$10K – $70K
Whipple Creek Regional Park The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Vancouver and Clark County · Foundation Not published · Varies A regional park benefiting from trail restoration, clean-up, and expansion initiatives supported by the Parks Foundation of Clark County.	Not published	Varies
Dealer.com Community Partnership Grant Dealer.com by Cox Automotive · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dealer.com Community Partnership Grant supports initiatives that create meaningful community impact, aligned with Cox's values.	Not published	Varies
Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Mini Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Mini Grant Program offers current Corps Members an opportunity to gain practical experience in grant proposal writing and management.	Not published	Up to $1K
Governor's Community Achievement Awards (GCAA) Keep Texas Beautiful Inc · Foundation Not published · $90K – $310K Communities are judged on achievements in seven different areas:	Not published	$90K – $310K
Climate Resilience Grants Program Conservation Trust for North Carolina · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K Grants to identify and protect lands resilient to climate change	Not published	Up to $30K
C3F: Environment and Land Use Grants Charlevoix County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charlevoix County Community Foundation offers the Environment and Land Use Grants to support nonprofit projects that promote environmental education, protection, and sustainability within the Lake Charlevoix Watershed.	Not published	Varies
Cloudsplitter Foundation: Program + Project Support Grants Cloudsplitter Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Due to the high grants volume, next grant round we be closing down the application process once we have received our fixed number of applicants. We would advise you get your application in well before the grants deadline.	Not published	Varies
The Environmental Fund of Texas: Tier 1 - Grassroots / Startup Grant The Environmental Fund of Texas · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Environmental Fund of Texas offers Tier 1 grants aimed at grassroots organizations and educational institutions for projects that promote conservation and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Up to $3K
Lynches River Conservation Grant Central Carolina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lynches River Conservation Grant supports land acquisition and conservation projects aimed at enhancing water quality and ecological integrity in the Lynches River watershed of South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Small Change Grant Program Park Pride Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Park Pride Small Change Grant Program offers funding for community-led improvements in parks, supporting volunteer efforts with awards up to $2,500.	Not published	Up to $3K
Immediate Wildfire Response Grant Program - $200,000 per fire area Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Immediate Wildfire Response Grant Program, funded by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, provides up to $200,000 per fire area to support recovery efforts following the 2024 wildfire season.	Not published	Up to $200K
Longleaf Enhancement Fund for Seed & Seedling Production The Longleaf Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $200K Increase the quantity or quality of longleaf pine seed or seedlings to help accelerate the restoration of the longleaf ecosystem. Seed is in critically short supply.	Not published	$25K – $200K
Florida's Future Forests Program Grant (FL) Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $118K The Florida's Future Forests Program Grant supports landowners in establishing and maintaining healthy forests in Florida.	Not published	Up to $118K
Community Support - Fundraising Events and Giveaway Donations Grant Bass Pro Shops & Cabelas Outdoor Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Bass Pro Shops & Cabela's Outdoor Fund supports conservation-focused nonprofits through fundraising events and donation of merchandise or gift cards.	Not published	Up to $3K
Immediate Wildfire Response Grant Program - $100,000 per fire area Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Immediate Wildfire Response Grant Program, administered by the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB), offers $100,000 per fire area to support technical assistance following the 2024 wildfire season.	Not published	Up to $100K
Marine Conservation Research Small Grants Society for Conservation Biology · Foundation Not published · $750 – $1K The Marine Conservation Research Small Grants Program, initiated by the Society for Conservation Biology, aims to support marine biodiversity conservation in developing nations.	Not published	$750 – $1K
AmeriCorps NCCC Traditional (Service Volunteers) AmeriCorps · Federal Not published · Varies You define services projects that the AmeriCorps team can complete to respond to local needs. The team of 18-26 year-olds and typically serve in one area for 3 to 13 weeks and serve for 40 hours per week.	Not published	Varies
Mazamas: Conservation Grants Mazamas · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Mazama Conservation Grant Program offers essential funding to safeguard the Pacific Northwest's mountain ecosystems and landscapes.	Not published	Up to $3K
Environment - Marine Focus Area Grant Waterloo Foundation, The (TWF) · Foundation Not published · £100,000 - £150,000 The Environment - Marine Focus Area Grant, offered by the Waterloo Foundation, focuses on supporting projects that mitigate the negative impacts of human activities on marine ecosystems.	Not published	£100,000 - £150,000
Charlotte CF Water Quality/Environment Fund Charlotte Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Giving back to the community through grant making is one way how we fulfill our mission of “Connecting People Who Care with Causes that Matter”.	Not published	Varies
APSAF Project Funds Appalachian Society of American Forester · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide financial assistance to achieve the goals of the Society.	Not published	Varies
Environmental Conservation: Wildfire Resilience Initiative Grant Program Gordon E and Betty I Moore Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wildfire Resilience Initiative Grant Program, funded by the Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation, addresses the urgent need for wildfire resilience in Western North America.	Not published	Varies
Yawkey Foundation: Transformational Capital Grant Yawkey Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5M The Yawkey Foundation's Transformational Capital Grant provides significant funding, up to $5 million, for nonprofit organizations to enhance their mission delivery through the development of impactful physical spaces.	Not published	Up to $5M

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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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