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 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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Habitat Conservation Fund in California Grant California Department of Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Habitat Conservation Fund in California provides about $2 million annually to support projects aimed at preserving wildlife and natural habitats.	Not published	Varies
MNPS Small Grants Program Montana Native Plant Society (MNPS) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Montana Native Plant Society's Small Grants Program offers funding up to $1500 for projects that conserve native plants in Montana. This initiative aims to enhance research, conservation, and education regarding native flora.	Not published	Up to $2K
Future for Wildlife Grant Program The Oregon Zoo Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Regional grant program working locally to protect threatened and endangered species and the ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest.	Not published	Up to $5K
The MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity (International Award) Grant AEON Environmental Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity, established by AEON Environmental Foundation, honors individuals for their significant contributions to biodiversity conservation and sustainable use.	Not published	$100K
OH Clean Water Act Section 319(h) Grants Ohio Environmental Protection Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is offering grants under the Clean Water Act Section 319(h) to support projects that improve water quality in Ohio streams.	Not published	Varies
Alice Huffard Richards Fund: Environmental Grants Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alice Huffard Richards Fund provides environmental grants aimed at conserving and stewarding the natural resources of the West Georgia Region.	Not published	Varies
Piedmont-Coast Grants Program Conservation Trust for North Carolina · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to help NC land trusts cover transaction costs involved with protecting a property	Not published	Varies
Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program - Scope #1 Data Review and Development of Multi-Metric Stream Health Indicators (Phase 3B: Physiochemical Metric Analysis) Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program The Chesapeake Bay Trust has been designated to receive federal funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as part of the Chesapeake Bay Program Goal…	Not published	Varies
Maryland Urban and Community Forestry Committee Grants Program Maryland Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Maryland Urban and Community Forestry Committee Grants Program provides funding for community-driven tree planting and educational projects on public lands throughout Maryland.	Not published	Up to $1K
New York Pollinator Conservation Fund - Type 1: One-Year Project Grants The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies U.S. pollinator populations have declined significantly over the past 50 years. For example, the eastern monarch butterfly population has fallen by more than 90 percent since the 1990s.	Not published	Varies
Urgent Issue on a Water Trail Mini Grants Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K Mini-grant program to address urgent environmental or management issues on water trails in Pennsylvania.	Not published	$2K
Anne Arundel County Watershed Restoration and Forestry Grant Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · $15K – $300K The Anne Arundel County Watershed Restoration Grant Program, in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Trust and local authorities, aims to enhance water quality in local streams through funding watershed restoration projects.	Not published	$15K – $300K
Women's Leadership Circle (WLC) Seed Grants Planet Women · Foundation Not published · $3K Post-graduation micro-grants for women leaders in forest restoration, community development, and wildlife protection across Africa.	Not published	$3K
TX Forest Legacy Program Grant Texas A&M Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Varies The TX Forest Legacy Program, managed by the Texas A&M Forest Service, protects vital forests at risk of conversion.	Not published	Varies
Maki Foundation Grant Program Maki Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Maki Foundation Grant Program, established in 1981, focuses on environmental protection in the western United States. Grants range from $1,000 to $5,000, aimed at organizations where modest support can create significant impact.	Not published	$1K – $5K
ACC Environment Grant Alpine Club of Canada (ACC) · Foundation Not published · $8K The ACC Environment Grant, issued by the Alpine Club of Canada, aims to protect and preserve mountain and climbing environments.	Not published	$8K
Pigeon River Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $35K The Pigeon River Fund Grant aims to enhance the ecosystems of Haywood, Buncombe, and Madison counties in North Carolina.	Not published	$5K – $35K
Clean Water and Healthy Ecosystems Research Projects Grant Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · $25K – $400K The Clean Water and Healthy Ecosystems Research Projects, funded by the Lake Champlain Basin Program, aim to enhance water quality and ecological health in the Lake Champlain Basin.	Not published	$25K – $400K
Tahoe for All Grants California Tahoe Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $60K – $150K The Tahoe for All Grant Program, initiated by the California Tahoe Conservancy, aims to enhance outdoor access for historically underserved communities.	Not published	$60K – $150K
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Tree Maintenance and Planting Project - Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)) Grant North Carolina Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $5.6M Easily learn more about the N.C. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Mar 2027.	Not published	$5.6M
Kensington Conservation Grant Explorers Club · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Kensington Conservation Grant, established by The Explorers Club, offers $1,000,000 to fund vital conservation projects.	Not published	Up to $10K
Greenway Ecological Fund Grant NY Power Authority · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greenway Ecological Fund Grant, supported by the NY Power Authority, allocates $1 million annually until 2057 to fund ecological projects in the Niagara Greenway.	Not published	Varies
Caring For Our Coast Restore America's Estuaries · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program in partnership with CITGO to provide grants to organizations located along the Gulf of America for coastal restoration and protection efforts.	Not published	Varies
Site Preservation Grant Archaeological Institute of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Site Preservation Grant, offered by the Archaeological Institute of America, aims to support projects that preserve archaeological heritage for future generations.	Not published	Up to $15K

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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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