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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ReForest Colorado Grants (Colorado Tree Coalition) Colorado Tree Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies ReForest Colorado funds tree planting and planting-related expenses in communities affected by natural disasters.	Not published	Varies
Biodiversity Fund- Large & Multi-Year Grants Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Biodiversity Fund supports efforts to maintain and strengthen biodiversity in the Duluth-Superior region through preservation and restoration of habitat, help for particular species and ecosystems, planning for changing conditions…	Not published	Up to $150K
VA Preservation Trust Fund Grant Virginia Outdoors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Virginia Outdoors Foundation (VOF) leads land conservation efforts in Virginia, safeguarding over 850,000 acres across 111 counties.	Not published	Up to $200K
Washington State Organic & Sustainable Farming Fund Tilth Alliance · Foundation Not published · $550K Tilth Alliance administers grants providing critical financial assistance to farmers in Washington State supporting projects that enhance environmental sustainability, economic viability, and social impact of farm operations.	Not published	$550K
Harold T. Southern Family Foundation Grant The Harold T Southern Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harold T. Southern Family Foundation was established in 2014 by the children of Harold Turner Southern and Mildred Formyduval Southern (both deceased), in honor of their parents.	Not published	Varies
Environment - Tropical Rainforests Funding Grant Waterloo Foundation, The (TWF) · Foundation Not published · £50,000 - £100,000 The Waterloo Foundation supports projects aimed at preserving tropical rainforests, which are critical for biodiversity and climate regulation.	Not published	£50,000 - £100,000
Open Ocean Research Grant Program Global Fishing Watch Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Open Ocean Research Grant Program, funded by Global Fishing Watch Inc, aims to enhance ocean governance through data sharing on human activity at sea.	Not published	Up to $20K
Recreation – Climbing Conservation Grant Access Fund · State Not published · $100K – $1M Supports projects that preserve or enhance climbing access and opportunities and conserve the climbing environment throughout the US.	Not published	$100K – $1M
Aimlee Laderman Student Grant Society for Ecological Restoration · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Aimlee Laderman Student Grant, offered by the Society for Ecological Restoration, supports emerging professionals in ecological restoration research.	Not published	Up to $2K
NC Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Grants North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The NC Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund Grants aim to fund projects that preserve agricultural, horticultural, and forestlands, ensuring the sustainability of family farms.	Not published	Up to $500K
The Sara Shallenberger Brown Garden Club of America National Parks Conservation Scholarship Grant The Garden Club of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sara Shallenberger Brown Garden Club of America National Parks Conservation Scholarship, established in 2010, honors the legacy of Sara 'Sally' Shallenberger Brown, promoting careers in environmental conservation.	Not published	Varies
National Trappers Foundation Grants National Trappers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Trappers Foundation (NTF) offers grants to individuals and organizations for projects related to furbearers.	Not published	Varies
DE Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program Delaware Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The DE Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program aims to enhance Delaware's urban tree canopy through quality tree planting and management projects.	Not published	$500 – $5K
CTC Tree Grant (Community Grants) Colorado Tree Coalition Inc · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $8K To initiate, improve and enhance community forestry programs throughout the state and promote community forestry.	Rolling	$1K – $8K
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants Missouri State Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Missouri State Parks Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, manages the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grants to enhance outdoor recreation throughout Missouri.	Not published	Up to $500K
Colcom Foundation Carrying Capacity Grants (National) Colcom Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Alongside its southwestern-Pennsylvania regional program, Colcom Foundation runs a national funding interest it calls 'Carrying Capacity', described on the page as supporting national projects addressing the impact of human population…	Rolling	Varies
Founders Garden Club of Dallas Grant Program Founders Garden Club of Dallas · Foundation Not published · Varies Each year a portion of funds raised by the Club are designated to be distributed to projects in Dallas County that align with the following GCA purposes: Projects must be located in or serve Dallas County, Texas.	Not published	Varies
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Water Infrastructure Sponsorship Program (WISPr) VT Department of Environmental Conservation · State Not published · Varies Supports projects to protect, conserve, or restore natural resources, including the acquisition of easements and land for the purpose of providing water quality benefits.	Not published	Varies
DE Forest Legacy Program (FLP) Grant Delaware Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Varies The DE Forest Legacy Program (FLP), funded by the U.S. Forest Service, aims to safeguard working forestlands from development through conservation easements or outright purchases.	Not published	Varies
Non-Motorized Trails Grant Program: Trails Stewardship Crews Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $75K – $150K The Non-Motorized Trails Grant Program by Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers funding for trail stewardship projects, enhancing outdoor recreation while protecting resources.	Not published	$75K – $150K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Massachusetts Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program in Massachusetts promotes the importance of trees on college campuses. By meeting five key standards, colleges can achieve national recognition and foster a healthy, green environment for students.	Not published	Varies
Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program (ESRP) - Beach Restoration Small Grants Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) · Foundation Not published · $30K – $350K The Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program (ESRP) offers Beach Restoration Small Grants to support projects that enhance and conserve near-shore environments in Puget Sound.	Not published	$30K – $350K
Texas Rural African-American Heritage Grants Program Preservation Texas Inc · Foundation Not published · $35K – $75K The largest African-American-focused historic preservation grants program in Texas history, designed to support endangered Rural African-American Heritage sites, particularly Freedom Colonies and their institutional buildings.	Not published	$35K – $75K
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Professional Staff Development Assistance Grant North Carolina Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the N.C. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 30 Jun 2026.	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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