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 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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Waimānalo Watershed Conservation Practices Grant Oahu Resource Conservation & Development · Foundation Not published · Up to 67% of installation costs Grant funding to install conservation practices that protect water quality and reduce soil erosion in the Waimānalo watershed. Farmers can be reimbursed for up to 67% of the cost to implement eligible conservation practices.	Not published	Up to 67% of installation costs
O'Neill Brothers Grants The O'Neill Brothers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Average grant $5,000–$10,000 The O'Neill Brothers Grants support 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations in Northeast Ohio, providing approximately $300,000 in grants annually.	Not published	Average grant $5,000–$10,000
Ohio Forest Legacy Program Grant Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ohio Forest Legacy Program aims to protect vital forests from conversion to non-forest uses through conservation easements.	Not published	Varies
Urban Agriculture Resilience Grant Program American Public Gardens Association · Foundation Not published · Varies In 2020, the United States Botanic Garden (USBG) and the American Public Gardens Association (the Association) initiated the Urban Agriculture Resilience Program.	Not published	Varies
Wild East Action Fund - Land Protection Grant Appalachian Trail Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $20K – $75K The Wild East Action Fund, administered by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, provides competitive grants to support conservation projects in the Appalachian Trail landscape.	Not published	$20K – $75K
PalmettoPride Keep South Carolina Beautiful Grant Palmettopride the Governor's Council on Beautification & Litter · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides funding to Keep South Carolina Beautiful (KSCB) affiliates to implement litter prevention, waste reduction, and beautification programs.	Not published	Varies
Texas Nonpoint Source Management Grant Program Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · Foundation Not published · $100K – $400K The Texas Nonpoint Source Management Grant Program aims to combat nonpoint source pollution as mandated by the Clean Water Act. This program addresses pollution from various diffuse sources, including agricultural runoff and urban runoff.	Not published	$100K – $400K
San Joaquin Audubon Society Grant San Joaquin Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The San Joaquin Audubon Society Grant aims to support organizations dedicated to the conservation of birds and ecosystems in San Joaquin County.	Not published	Up to $2K
Water Quality Protection and Restoration Program and Land Stewardship Initiatives Grant Suffolk County Government · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The Water Quality Protection and Restoration Program (WQPRP) provides funding for projects aimed at safeguarding Suffolk County's water resources.	Not published	$50K – $250K
Pablo Foundation Grant Pablo Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $250K The Pablo Foundation Grant aims to foster a vibrant and sustainable community in Eau Claire by funding innovative projects over $10,000 that align with its vision and commitments to equity, diversity, and environmental sustainability.	Not published	$10K – $250K
BHS Conservation Fund Grant British Herpetological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £1,500 The BHS Conservation Fund, established by the British Herpetological Society, offers grants for the conservation of rare amphibian and reptile species.	Not published	Up to £1,500
Clyde and Helen Erskine Fund for Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Clyde and Helen Erskine Fund for Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship at Montana State University offers support to students pursuing degrees in Land Resources and Environmental Sciences or Plant Sciences and Plant Pathology.	Not published	Varies
Cumberland Plateau Stewardship Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cumberland Plateau Stewardship Fund is dedicated to restoring native forests to conditions that will improve associated wildlife species and the health of freshwater systems, while advancing strategies to support working forests within…	Not published	Varies
Local Government Waste Tire Amnesty Grant Program California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) · Foundation Not published · $40K – $90K The Local Government Waste Tire Amnesty Grant Program, administered by CalRecycle, offers $1,500,000 in funding for fiscal year 2025-26 to support local governments in conducting free tire recycling events.	Not published	$40K – $90K
The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) Community Grants Rochester Institute of Technology · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) Community Grants support local organizations and government agencies in New York to implement pollution prevention practices.	Not published	$10K – $30K
Tribal Wildfire Resilience Grants Trees Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Tribal Wildfire Resilience grants is part of CAL FIRE's Climate and Energy Program and supports California Native American tribes in managing ancestral lands, implementing and promoting Traditional Environmental Knowledges in wildfire…	Not published	Varies
Sue Wells Research Grant High Country Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Sue Wells Research Grant, offered by the High Country Audubon Society, provides up to $500 to support university students conducting research on birds in North Carolina's High Country.	Not published	Up to $500
TACF External Grants Program American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The TACF External Grants Program aims to support research on American chestnut restoration, with funding opportunities available for projects up to $50,000.	Not published	Up to $10K
Sea Turtle Grants: Funding for Ongoing Activities (non-competitive mini-grant) Sea Turtle Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $1K The Sea Turtle Grants Program, funded by Florida's Sea Turtle Specialty License Plate revenues, supports ongoing research and conservation efforts for Florida's sea turtles through non-competitive mini-grants of $1,000.	Not published	$1K
Kirkpatrick Foundation Small Grants Kirkpatrick Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Kirkpatrick Foundation Small Grants program supports diverse initiatives in arts, culture, education, animal wellbeing, environmental conservation, and historic preservation, primarily in Central Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $10K
Klamath River Fund: Catalyst Grants Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Klamath River Fund: Catalyst Grants aim to foster community-led climate resilience and restorative justice in the Klamath River Basin.	Not published	Up to $10K
Waste Reduction Grants: Large Project Grants Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Waste Reduction Grants program by the Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District aims to support projects that minimize solid waste generation and promote sustainable practices.	Not published	Up to $100K
Conservation Follow-Up Award Grant Conservation Leadership Programme · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Conservation Follow-Up Award provides grants of up to $25,000 for teams addressing conservation issues identified in prior projects supported by the Conservation Leadership Programme.	Not published	Up to $25K
Alabama Coastal Area Management Program (ACAMP) Grant Program Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $20K – $50K The Alabama Coastal Area Management Program (ACAMP) Grant Program, managed by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, focuses on balancing economic growth with the preservation of Alabama’s coastal resources.	Not published	$20K – $50K

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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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