Grants for Environmental Conservation

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,929 active grants for environmental conservation in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 30 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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PVHA Mini-Grant Program Patapsco Heritage Greenway Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
Outreach and Restoration Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Outreach and Restoration Grant Program, a collaboration of Chesapeake Bay Trust and various Maryland counties and cities, aims to fund projects that enhance community engagement and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Up to $125K
Howie Wier Memorial Conservation Grant Anza-Borrego Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Howie Wier Memorial Conservation Grant, offered by the Anza-Borrego Foundation, supports graduate students in ecology and conservation biology.	Not published	Up to $3K
Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society: Professional Research Grant Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society offers a Professional Research Grant aimed at supporting professionals involved in wildlife research within specific counties.	Not published	Up to $3K
CMCF Fellowship and Grant Awards Program Colorado Mountain Club Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K Research Focus Areas (based on past awards):	Not published	$500 – $2K
Effectiveness Monitoring Committee Research Request Grant California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection · Foundation Not published · Varies The Effectiveness Monitoring Committee (EMC) is inviting project proposals aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of California's Forest Practice Rules and natural resource protections.	Not published	Varies
National Coastal Resilience Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1M – $10M The National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF) aims to protect coastal communities through nature-based solutions, enhancing habitats while addressing the growing threats of climate change.	Not published	$1M – $10M
PDCED: Abandoned Mine Drainage Abatement and Treatment Program Grant Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Abandoned Mine Drainage Abatement and Treatment Program (AMDATP) is funded by the Marcellus Legacy Fund as established by Act 13 of 2012.	Not published	Up to $1M
Appalachian Forest Grants Program (Major Grants) Appalachian Forest Heritage Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area (AFNHA) awards Appalachian Forest Major Grants to nonprofit and government partners for projects supporting preservation, interpretation, and tourism development that advance AFNHA goals within…	Not published	$3K – $20K
Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Rescue Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Rescue Program was created by Assembly Bill 2421, and signed into law in 2018 becoming effective immediately.	Not published	Varies
Cycle Oregon Fund Community Grants Cycle Oregon Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $35K The Cycle Oregon Fund, administered through the Oregon Community Foundation, makes annual grants to preserve special places in Oregon, promote bicycle safety and tourism, and support community projects throughout the state.	Not published	$5K – $35K
Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program The Nature Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Resilient and Connected Appalachians Grant Program, offered by The Nature Conservancy, provides up to $100,000 for projects that acquire land and easements throughout the Appalachian region.	Not published	Up to $100K
Resources Legacy Fund: Grantmaking Opportunity Resources Legacy Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: As a general rule, RLF reaches out to potential new grantees and partners to help develop and implement program strategies.	Not published	Varies
Project Advisory Committee (PAC) Grant Program - Habitat Enhancement, Wildlife Management and Research Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: For more information applying for funding through the PAC Grant Program, please contact our Regional Director in your State.	Not published	Varies
Creative Conservationist Awards Great Outdoors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual awards recognizing leadership in conservation and recreation efforts from community members involved with the Great Outdoors Foundation and ICON Water Trails.	Not published	Varies
Ellen Lea Paine Memorial Nature Fund Grants Adirondack Garden Club · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Ellen Lea Paine Memorial Nature Fund Grants, established by the Adirondack Garden Club, aim to provide financial support for initiatives focused on studying, protecting, and enjoying the natural environment of the Adirondack Park.	Not published	Up to $2K
Karen Mashburn Environmental Scholars Program Friends of the Everglades Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K A scholarship and internship program for students interested in environmental advocacy and Everglades restoration.	Not published	$10K
International Iguana Foundation Grants The International Iguana Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The International Iguana Foundation Grants support the conservation of endangered iguanas globally by fostering partnerships with various organizations.	Not published	Up to $10K
Proposition 68 LLAR Severely Disadvantaged Communities San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Priorities for RMC LLAR Prop 68: Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects,Provide workforce development opportunities,Expand access to diverse populations,Secured matching funds RMC’s LLAR Grants are…	Not published	Varies
Lands to Love® Catalyst Fund The Bureau of Land Management Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $350K Innovative grant program designed to support partners working collaboratively with the BLM. Focuses on supporting projects in need of "last mile" matching dollars to help unlock greater financing.	Not published	$15K – $350K
Trees for Texans - Trees For Communities Grant Texan By Nature · Foundation Not published · $5K The Trees for Texans - Trees For Communities Grant, in partnership with Texan by Nature and H-E-B, fosters community engagement through tree-planting initiatives across Texas.	Not published	$5K
Research and Development Grant Program Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA) · Foundation Not published · $200K The Research and Development Grant Program by the Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA) supports innovative projects in wastewater, water management, solid waste, and energy resource development.	Not published	$200K
Wildlife & Environmental Conservation Grants (UK and International) - Medium Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · £10,001 - £20,000 The Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust offers medium grants ranging from £10,001 to £20,000 to UK-based charities focused on wildlife and environmental conservation, both domestically and internationally.	Not published	£10,001 - £20,000

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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 24, 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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