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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Con Edison Community Partnerships Grant Con Edison · Foundation Not published · Varies Con Edison is committed to fostering a clean and equitable energy future by supporting community-based organizations in New York City and Westchester.	Not published	Varies
Harrison County Community Foundation Grants Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · US $500 - US $5,000 The Harrison County Community Foundation (HCCF) offers grants to support projects that enhance arts and culture, community development, education, environmental stewardship, and health services in Harrison County.	Not published	US $500 - US $5,000
Michel Batisse Award for Biosphere Reserve Management Grant United Nations (UN) · Foundation Not published · $2K The Michel Batisse Award for Biosphere Reserve Management, named in honor of Dr. Michel Batisse, is awarded annually for exceptional management of biosphere reserves.	Not published	$2K
AZA Conservation Grants Fund American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Conservation Grants Fund (CGF) is AZA's competitive grant program supporting the cooperative conservation-related scientific and educational initiatives of AZA members and their partners. ; the…	Not published	Varies
West Central Initiative Community Grants (Annual Grantmaking) West Central Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies West Central Initiative awards grants annually to regional organizations through a competitive grantmaking process. Recent grant rounds have distributed $700,000+ to 46+ regional organizations.	Not published	Varies
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Tiny Grants   Association of Vermont Conservation Commission · State Not published · Up to $80K Provides seed money and/or matching funds for specific projects in the broad categories of land conservation, education and outreach, stewardship and management, and planning.	Not published	Up to $80K
MultiState Conservation Grant Program Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The MultiState Conservation Grant Program provides vital funding for wildlife and sport fish restoration projects, as well as initiatives aimed at recruitment, retention, and reactivation (R3) of outdoor enthusiasts.	Not published	Up to $1M
Biodiversity Conservation Grant National Environmental Education and Training Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies With major support from Toyota Motor North America, the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) is excited to announce $200,000 in grant funding to support shovel-ready pollinator habitat enhancement projects on America’s public…	Not published	Varies
Conservation Education & Outreach Grant Nevada Division of Forestry · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Conservation Education & Outreach Grant by the Nevada Division of Forestry aims to promote understanding and appreciation of natural resources among diverse age groups.	Not published	Up to $10K
Drinking Water Source Protection Grant Program (OR) Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3M The Drinking Water Source Protection Grant Program (OR) provides crucial funding for public water suppliers to enhance, restore, or protect drinking water sources.	Not published	Up to $3M
The Fabulous Find Monthly Partnership Grant A Caring Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fabulous Find is a thrift store that partners with and donates its monthly profits to different 501(c)(3) organizations based in or with local chapters in the Seacoast area.	Not published	Varies
Environmental Initiative- Planning Grants The Musser Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Environmental Initiative Grant Program by the Laura Jane Musser Fund aims to support public and nonprofit entities in enhancing the ecological integrity of open spaces.	Not published	Up to $8K
National Grid Foundation Grant National Grid Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Proposals for a given year will be accepted and reviewed through November 1. Only one application per organization (or affiliate institution) will be evaluated in any given year.	Not published	Varies
Zembal Wetland Research Grant Sea & Sage Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
Forest Restoration & Wildfire Risk Mitigation Grant Program Colorado State Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The Forest Restoration and Wildfire Risk Mitigation Grant Program, established by the Colorado State Forest Service, aims to reduce wildfire risk to communities in the wildland-urban interface.	Not published	Up to $2M
Yavapai Firewise Grant Reimbursement Program Prescott Area Wildland Urban Interface Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants for reimbursement of costs for Firewise Mitigation are available through Yavapai Firewise. This is a reimbursement program, meaning payment to homeowners, HOAs, or associations occurs after completion of work.	Not published	Varies
Prop 4 – Wildfire and Forest Resilience San Diego River Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Protect communities, improve forest health, enhance early detection and response and support long-term capital infrastructure projects. Hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention planning and wildfire prevention education.	Not published	Varies
The Restore Grant Zero Foodprint · Foundation Not published · $2K – $25K The Restore Grant, funded by Zero Foodprint and supported by the USDA National Resources Conservation Service, aims to sequester atmospheric carbon through improved soil health.	Not published	$2K – $25K
Kalliopeia Foundation Grant Kalliopeia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kalliopeia Foundation Grant focuses on supporting projects that foster cultural and ecological renewal through a deep reverence for the Earth.	Not published	Varies
Harry Hampton Fund Scholarship Harry Hampton Wildlife Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WNS - Endangered Species- White Nose Syndrome (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies White-nose syndrome (WNS) is a disease of hibernating bats caused by the invasive fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd).	Not published	Varies
Iroquois’ Community Grant Program Iroquois Gas Transmission System · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Iroquois Community Grant Program, established in 2007, aims to enhance the quality of life in communities hosting Iroquois facilities through funding initiatives focused on environmental preservation, passive recreation, historic…	Not published	$3K – $10K
Gulf Regional Oyster Network Restore America's Estuaries · Foundation Not published · Varies RAE's partnership with Gulf-based organizations helps protect coastal communities and restore habitat through oyster restoration and coastal resilience projects.	Not published	Varies
IFWF Grant Program Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation (IFWF) · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation (IFWF) Grant Program aims to support projects that enhance the state’s rich biodiversity.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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