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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Fisheries Habitat Grant Program Michigan Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $25K – $1.5M The Fisheries Habitat Grant Program (FHGP) 2025 aims to enhance aquatic resources through habitat conservation, dam management, and resource assessments.	Not published	$25K – $1.5M
Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs: Northeast Environmental Partnership Awards Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs, including the Northeast Environmental Partnership Awards, honor individuals and organizations for their environmental protection efforts in Northeastern Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
CMP - Coastal Management Program - NOAA 26 Programmatic Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs.	Not published	Varies
Environmental Champions Awards The Rockfall Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 1935 by Middletown philanthropist Clarence S. Wadsworth, The Rockfall Foundation is one of Connecticut’s oldest environmental organizations.	Not published	Varies
Watershed Plan Development Grant State of South Carolina · State Not published · $200K SCDES’s Watersheds Program supports the goals of the Clean Water Act in the state’s eight major river basins: Savannah, Saluda, Edisto, Salkehatchie, Broad, Catawba, Santee, and Pee Dee.	Not published	$200K
NHCP-LTCF: Small Grants Program Wildlife Habitat Canada · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The NHCP-LTCF Small Grants Program, managed by Wildlife Habitat Canada, supports projects that enhance privately protected areas in Canada.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Forest Resource Planning Assistance Maryland Department of Planning · State Not published · Varies Provide planning assistance in support of local forest protection or green infrastructure plans County Government, Municipalities/Towns, Regional	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Ohio Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program in Ohio, facilitated by the National Arbor Day Foundation, aims to enhance college campuses through sustainable tree management and community engagement.	Not published	Varies
GNB Environmental Trust Fund Grant Government of New Brunswick · Foundation Not published · Varies The GNB Environmental Trust Fund Grant supports action-oriented projects that yield measurable results in environmental protection and enhancement.	Not published	Varies
SWG - 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.	Not published	Varies
Damien "Damo" Massingham Dive Training Scholarships Force Blue Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K In honor of teammate Damo Massingham, FORCE BLUE offers grants to graduates of the FORCE BLUE Ocean Conservation School (OCS) program who wish to continue their dive training and certifications beyond the Open Water Diver level.	Not published	Up to $3K
Nontidal Wetlands Awards Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: This program only opens when MDE has the funding to support it, and is not open every year._ The Maryland Department of the Environment and the Trust seek proposals for nontidal wetland projects in Maryland.	Not published	Varies
APAC: Apache Corporation Tree Grant Program APA Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Apache Corporation Tree Grant Program is dedicated to large-scale conservation efforts by providing trees to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in the U.S. Since 2005, it has donated over 5 million trees, enhancing public…	Not published	Varies
Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense (WILD): Planning and Technical Assistance Grants National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense (WILD) Program, led by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), invites proposals for Planning and Technical Assistance Grants up to $75,000.	Not published	Up to $75K
Stream Teams United Mini-Grants Missouri Stream Team Watershed Coalition · Foundation Not published · Varies Support member Stream Team Associations in their efforts to protect and improve water resources	Not published	Varies
NH Fish and Game’s Small Grants Program New Hampshire Fish & Game · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The NH Fish and Game’s Small Grants Program assists landowners with at least 25 contiguous acres in enhancing wildlife habitats.	Not published	Up to $4K
Heritage Partnership Program Grant Arizona Game and Fish Department · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Heritage Partnership Program, managed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, aims to foster collaboration on projects that deliver conservation and recreational benefits.	Not published	Up to $200K
Stormwater Local Assistance Fund (SLAF) Program Wetlands Watch Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Grow Wild Grant Program National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grow Wild Grant Program, offered by the National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance, aims to establish a wilderness stewardship group for every Wilderness area in the National Wilderness Preservation System.	Not published	Varies
Environmental Conservation: Marine Conservation Initiative Gordon E and Betty I Moore Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Please note that we do not accept unsolicited grant proposals. Because of our tightly-defined grantmaking strategies, many worthwhile projects fall outside the scope of our funding priorities.	Not published	Varies
DCNR Community Recreation and Conservation Planning Grants Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K The DCNR Community Recreation and Conservation Planning Grants support planning projects aimed at enhancing parks and recreational facilities.	Not published	$25K – $75K
Chi-Cal Rivers Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies With a focus on the major waterways of the Chicago and Calumet region, the program will award grants to reduce stormwater runoff with nature-based infrastructure, enhance the quality and connectivity of fish and wildlife habitat, and…	Not published	Varies
Pentair Foundation Grants Pentair Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pentair Foundation, a corporate philanthropy initiative, focuses on creating sustainable communities through water solutions and STEM education.	Not published	Varies
Maryland's Rural Legacy Grant Program Maryland Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies Maryland's Rural Legacy Grant Program aims to protect large, contiguous tracts of land with rich natural and cultural resources from sprawl development.	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 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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