Grants for Environmental Conservation

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,926 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. 917 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 1,926; from 1,034 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $5,000–$125K
Total listed funding: $388.3M; across 917 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 31; 68 with a published date

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Environmental Conservation: Conservation and Financial Markets Initiative Grants Gordon E and Betty I Moore Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $8M The Gordon E. And Betty I. Moore Foundation offers grants to support innovative projects that address environmental conservation, specifically in the financial markets and high-impact food commodities.	Not published	$100K – $8M
Colorado Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $100K – $1.3M The Colorado Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides essential grants for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreational spaces.	Not published	$100K – $1.3M
Weaver Foundation Grants Weaver Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Weaver Foundation Grants support agencies in the Greater Greensboro area, focusing on education, youth programs, environmental protection, poverty alleviation, equity, social justice, urban open spaces, and economic development.	Not published	Varies
Alice Zawadzki Land Conservation Fund The North Carolina Native Plant Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2017 through a bequest from Alice Zawadzki, a longtime NCNPS member and former president (2002-2006). The fund helps land trust organizations preserve natural habitats through land purchases and conservation easements.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Conservationist Grant Program Conservation Nation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
Natural Resource Stewardship Career Pathways Parks California · Foundation Not published · Varies A pilot grants program supporting organizations that broaden access, mentorship, and training to communities traditionally underrepresented in the natural resource field.	Not published	Varies
Local Environment Fund Grants Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment · Foundation Not published · Up to £50,000 The Local Environment Fund, managed by the Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment, offers financial support for community-driven nature recovery projects in Oxfordshire and Berkshire.	Not published	Up to £50,000
CPW Director's Innovation Fund Grant Great Outdoors Colorado · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The CPW Director's Innovation Fund, established by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), supports innovative projects that enhance the missions of both organizations.	Not published	Up to $25K
SAF National Awards Program: Gifford Pinchot Medal Grant Society of American Foresters · Foundation Not published · $500 The Gifford Pinchot Medal, awarded by the Society of American Foresters, honors exceptional contributions by forestry professionals in North America.	Not published	$500
NH Local Source Water Protection Grants New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services offers Local Source Water Protection Grants to enhance the protection of public drinking water sources.	Not published	Up to $30K
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust Grants (Environmental Requests) Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations in Arizona and Indiana through grants aimed at environmental initiatives.	Not published	Up to $10K
Ejido Grant Program The Biophilia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Biophilia Foundation's Ejido Grant Program offers funding between $5,000 and $10,000 for projects aimed at enhancing the financial and ecological sustainability of ejidos in northern Mexico's drylands.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Research Equipment Grant Program Neotropical Grassland Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Research Equipment Grant Program by the Neotropical Grassland Conservancy aims to provide essential scientific equipment to Latin American researchers.	Not published	Varies
The Paul Wiseman Conservation Education Grant Keta Legacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K The Paul Wiseman Conservation Education Grant, offered by the Keta Legacy Foundation, supports conservation-focused non-profit organizations in the Salish Sea region.	Not published	$15K
NJ Soil and Water Conservation Grants State of New Jersey Department of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies The NJ Soil and Water Conservation Grants, offered by the State Agriculture Development Committee, support up to 50% funding for soil and water conservation projects on preserved farms.	Not published	Varies
Delaware Coastal Management Program Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
First Solar Community Giving Fund Grant South Carolina Native Plant Society Grand Strand Chapter · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The First Solar Community Giving Fund, managed by the Grand Strand Chapter of the South Carolina Native Plant Society, supports local projects focused on native plants.	Not published	Up to $2K
Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program - Scope #4 - Beyond Bean Counting: Assessment of Best Management Practices (BMP) Tracking and Accounting Procedures for More Holistic Restoration Goals 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
Whitley Award Grant Whitley Fund for Nature · Foundation Not published · £50,000 The Whitley Awards, presented annually in London, recognize grassroots conservation leaders in the Global South with £50,000 in project funding.	Not published	£50,000
Cox Charities Community Grants Cox Charities · Foundation Not published · Varies Cox Charities Community Grants support nonprofits in California, focusing on digital equity, conservation, K-12 STEAM education, military support, and affordable housing.	Not published	Varies
Minerva Hamilton Hoyt Internship Copper Mountain College Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Minerva Hamilton Hoyt Internship is an annual internship opportunity for CMC students majoring in STEM to work with Joshua Tree National Park professionals on conservation, environmental quality, and scientific research projects.	Not published	Varies
Forest Foundation: Capital Projects Grant Forest Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Forest Foundation offers the Capital Projects Grant to enhance the quality of life in Southwest Washington, particularly in Tacoma and Pierce County.	Not published	Varies
Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program - Agricultural Conservation Acquisition Grant California Department of Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC) aims to protect California's agricultural lands from conversion to GHG-intensive uses while supporting climate goals.	Not published	Varies
Invasive Carp removal and monitoring in the Upper Mississippi River (CAFWS-181) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Conduct fish and wildlife management activities that align with the conservation, restoration, and management goals and priorities of the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Offices.	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 1,926 grants for environmental conservation Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 917 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, 1,034 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for environmental conservation due?

Of 1,926 grants listed, 31 accept applications on a rolling basis, 68 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, 53% 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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