Grants for Environmental Conservation

Last updated October 23, 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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Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant aims to foster resilient coastal communities by funding projects that protect sensitive resources and promote biodiversity.	Not published	$10K – $100K
AAC Research Grant American Alpine Club · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The AAC Research Grant supports projects that enhance understanding of climbing ecosystems and community sustainability.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Nationwide Fishing Trap, Removal, Assessment, and Prevention (TRAP) Program Grant Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Nationwide Fishing Trap Removal, Assessment, and Prevention (TRAP) Program aims to eliminate derelict fishing traps nationwide.	Not published	$50K – $200K
Community Grant Program Wellfleet Shellfish Promotion and Tasting Inc · Foundation Not published · $7K – $100K The Wellfleet Oyster Alliance awards grants to support community initiatives that align with their mission of protecting Wellfleet's historic shellfishing industry and marine environment.	Not published	$7K – $100K
Clifford Angell Memorial Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Clifford Angell Memorial Scholarship, provided by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation, supports students pursuing careers in Fire Science, Natural Resources, Conservation, or Wildlife Management.	Not published	Up to $1K
Ontario Community Environment Fund Grant Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks · Foundation Not published · $5K The Ontario Community Environment Fund Grant allocates over $1.5 million in 2023 for local projects focused on environmental restoration and community resilience.	Not published	$5K
Elsie & William Viles Foundation Donation Grant Elsie & William Viles Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Elsie & William Viles Foundation, established in 1990, continues the philanthropic legacy of William and Elsie Viles in Augusta, Maine.	Not published	Up to $5K
Cecil SCD Scholarship The Maryland Association of Soil Conservation Districts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Frankenthaler Climate Initiative - Catalyst Grant Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Frankenthaler Climate Initiative's Catalyst Grant supports organizations in the visual arts sector to take quick, impactful actions toward sustainability.	Not published	Up to $20K
Coachella Valley Proposition 68 Parks, Conservation Land Access and Climate Change Response Grant Program Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The program makes grants to expand recreational and educational use of conservation lands and improve sustainability in the Coachella Valley.	Not published	Varies
ARAV Conservation of Reptiles & Amphibians Grant Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians · Foundation Not published · Varies The ARAV Conservation of Reptiles & Amphibians Grant funds conservation-based projects involving reptiles and/or amphibians, on topics such as captive management/husbandry/propagation, sustainability, anti-poaching, wildlife management…	Not published	Varies
Proposition 1 Lower Los Angeles River Grants San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · $5M – $200M Priorities for RMC Prop 1 LLAR (Lower LA River) Grants: 1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects, 2.	Not published	$5M – $200M
Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) Department of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies This program works to support conservation efforts among producers, including implementation of conservation efforts.	Not published	Varies
CFNV: Environment Fund Grant The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Environment Fund, launched in 2018 by The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, aims to protect and enhance the natural environment of Northern Virginia.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Marine Pump-Out Facilities & Pump-Out Boats RFP (RI) Grant State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Environmental Protection Bureau · State Not published · Varies The Marine Pump-Out Facilities & Pump-Out Boats RFP in Rhode Island invites proposals from qualified marinas and municipalities to enhance marine waste management.	Not published	Varies
Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust Grant Tr Ui Helen E Ellis · Foundation Not published · $2K – $20K The Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust Grant supports cultural and educational programs for children and adults in Westport, Dartmouth, and New Bedford, MA.	Not published	$2K – $20K
Cogongrass Mitigation Program - Alabama The Longleaf Alliance Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Reduce the number of infested acres, eliminate the damaging effects of cogongrass on existing ecosystems, and improve the productivity of impacted sites. Cogongrass is labeled as one of the ten WORST weeds in the world.	Rolling	Varies
C-SWG - Competitive State Wildlife Grants (FY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Development and implementation of projects for the benefit of fish and wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished. Priority is placed on projects that benefit species of greatest conservation concern.	Not published	Varies
Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Host Organization Grant Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps Host Organization Grant, offered by the Chesapeake Bay Trust, aims to enhance public engagement in environmental restoration through a structured program.	Not published	Varies
Reef Ball Foundation: Matching Grant Program Reef Ball Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reef Ball Foundation's Matching Grant Program aims to protect and rehabilitate ocean ecosystems through innovative artificial reef technologies.	Not published	Varies
Environmental/ Animal Welfare Grants The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Environmental/Animal Welfare Grants support initiatives that enhance environmental education and animal welfare in New London County.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Great Lakes Protection Fund Grant Great Lakes Protection Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Great Lakes Protection Fund Grant aims to support projects that deliver significant ecological improvements to the Great Lakes region.	Not published	Varies
Slingshot Challenge Grant National Geographic Society · Foundation Not published · $10K The Slingshot Challenge, supported by the National Geographic Society, invites innovative ideas to drive conservation efforts in local communities.	Not published	$10K
CCCF: Common Ground Program - Mini Grants Chaffee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The CCCF: Common Ground Program - Mini Grants offers funding up to $5,000 for one- to two-year projects aimed at enhancing forest health, reducing wildfire risks, and supporting agricultural lands.	Not published	Up to $5K

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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 23, 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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