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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Discretionary Grants - Animal Welfare, Environment, & Historic Preservation Indian River Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Indian River Community Foundation's discretionary grantmaking is made possible by the generosity of anonymous donations.	Not published	Varies
Idaho AmeriCorps Formula Grant Serve Idaho · Foundation Not published · Varies The ID AmeriCorps Formula Grant, funded by Serve Idaho, aims to support organizations targeting communities facing concentrated poverty, rural and tribal areas, and historically underserved individuals.	Not published	Varies
NALMS Achievement Awards: Secchi Disk Award Grant North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) · Foundation Not published · Varies The NALMS Achievement Awards: Secchi Disk Award recognizes outstanding contributions to lake management by its members.	Not published	Varies
Nebraska Environmental Trust Grants Nebraska Environmental Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nebraska Environmental Trust offers annual grants to conserve and restore Nebraska's natural environments. Projects must align with specific funding categories and demonstrate clear environmental benefits.	Not published	Varies
Urban and Community Forestry: Virginia Trees for Clean Water Grant Program Virginia Department of Forestry · Foundation Not published · $1K – $55K The Virginia Trees for Clean Water Grant Program supports communities in enhancing their urban tree canopy to improve water quality and public awareness.	Not published	$1K – $55K
Prop 4 – Regional Wildfire Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Regional projects to improve wildfire resilience.	Not published	Varies
NALMS Achievement Awards: Jim Flynn Outstanding Corporation Award Grant North American Lake Management Society (NALMS) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jim Flynn Outstanding Corporation Award, presented annually by NALMS, honors the corporation that has made significant contributions to advancing lake management goals.	Not published	Varies
Butte-Silver Bow Community Foundation Grant Butte-Silver Bow Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Butte-Silver Bow Community Foundation Grant offers annual funding of approximately $5,000 to support 501(c)(3) organizations in five key areas: arts and culture, basic human needs, economic development, education, and natural resources…	Not published	Varies
GA Regional Water Plan Seed Grant Funds Georgia Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The GA Regional Water Plan Seed Grant Funds, administered by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, support local governments in implementing projects that enhance water quality and quantity in Georgia.	Not published	Up to $75K
Five Star Grant Program National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting community-based conservation projects across the nation.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: New Hampshire Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program in New Hampshire, supported by the National Arbor Day Foundation, empowers colleges and universities to enhance their green spaces.	Not published	Varies
Florida Off-Road Foundation Grant Program Florida Off Road Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $250K Grants support qualified Florida nonprofit organizations working to:	Not published	$250 – $250K
GSCF: Dane G. Hansen Foundation Community Grants Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dane G. Hansen Foundation, in collaboration with the Greater Salina Community Foundation, offers community grants aimed at enhancing life quality in North Central Kansas.	Not published	Varies
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Clean Water Projects, Memphremagog Basin Vermont Housing and Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies Supports project identification and assessment, project development, preliminary (30%) design, final (100%) design, and implementation/construction of best management practices or other programs designed to improve water quality.	Not published	Varies
Asia Conservation Action Fund (ACAF) Grant — Conservation Allies Conservation Allies · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Asia Conservation Action Fund (ACAF) identifies and empowers small, locally led conservation organizations across Asia, supporting practical action to reduce deforestation and building a network of long-term conservation partners.	Not published	Up to $15K
Coral Reef Stewardship Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) will award grants to improve the health of coral reef systems.	Not published	Varies
Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy Proposition 4 Nature Based Solutions and Climate Adaptation Grant Program Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The program makes grants to address climate resilience and nature-based solutions in conservation lands and improve sustainability in the Coachella Valley.	Not published	Varies
Elephant Conservation & Research Funding Support Grant International Elephant Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) offers funding for elephant conservation and research projects that are effective and sustainable.	Not published	$15K
Anthony Grassroots Prize The Rose Foundation for Communities the Environment · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: In 2025 the Anthony Grassroots Prize will be by invitation only and will not be an open process. The Anthony Grassroots Environmental Prize was established in 1999 by environmental activist Juliette Anthony.	Not published	Varies
Land for Maine's Future: Public Water Access to Maine Waters Fund Grant Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry · Foundation Not published · Varies The Land for Maine's Future: Public Water Access to Maine Waters Fund Grant supports projects that enhance public access to Maine's lakes, rivers, and coastal waters.	Not published	Varies
Working Lands Habitat Program Second Century Habitat Fund Inc · Foundation Rolling · $150 – $750	Rolling	$150 – $750
Bass Pro Shops Large Grant Friends of Reservoirs · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Friends of Reservoirs: Large Grant supports fish habitat enhancement projects in manmade reservoirs, promoting conservation and partnerships.	Not published	Up to $100K
New York Natural Refrigerant Demonstration Program North American Sustainable Refrigeration · Foundation Not published · Up to $225K This initiative provides financial support for food retailers to fully or partially transition existing stores to climate-friendly natural refrigerants.	Not published	Up to $225K
Greater Glendive Community Foundation Grant Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Glendive Community Foundation Grant aims to support projects that enhance the revitalization of downtown Glendive.	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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