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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Whidbey Island Garden Tour Grant Whidbey Island Garden Tour, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The Whidbey Island Garden Tour Grant supports local causes and nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving and maintaining Whidbey Island's natural habitats.	Not published	Varies
Sustainability Science Award for Scholarly Work Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 Given to the authors of a scholarly work that makes the greatest contribution to the emerging science of ecosystem and regional sustainability through the integration of ecological and social sciences.	Not published	$700
AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (CAFWS-179) Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security · Foundation Not published · Up to $499K The AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (CAFWS-179) program offers crucial technical and financial support for the protection and restoration of the Great Lakes ecosystem.	Not published	Up to $499K
North Carolina Land and Water Fund: Donation Mini-Grant Program North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The North Carolina Land and Water Fund (NCLWF) has been a cornerstone in conserving the state's natural resources since 1996, protecting over half a million acres and 3,000 miles of waterways.	Not published	Up to $50K
VA Agricultural BMP Cost-Share (VACS) Program Grant Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (VDCR) · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Virginia Agricultural BMP Cost-Share (VACS) Program offers financial assistance for conservation practices on agricultural lands, significantly reducing landowner expenses.	Not published	Up to $300K
WA RCO: Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · $200K – $4.8M The WA RCO Land and Water Conservation Fund supports the acquisition and development of outdoor recreation resources, including parks and trails. Established in 1965, it aids states in enhancing public outdoor areas.	Not published	$200K – $4.8M
Biffa Award: Partnerships Grant Biffa Award · Foundation Not published · £250,000 - £1,000,000 The Biffa Award’s Partnership Grants Scheme provides funding between £250,000 and £1,000,000 for not-for-profit organizations aiming to enhance the built or natural environment in regions close to Biffa operations.	Not published	£250,000 - £1,000,000
Burning Foundation: Environment Grant The Burning Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Burning Foundation offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000, totaling around $650,000 annually, to support environmental 501(c)(3) organizations in Washington and Oregon.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Sustaining Environmental Systems Grant Mortenson Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sustaining Environmental Systems Grant aims to ensure equitable access to healthy land and water for all Minnesotans.	Not published	Varies
AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (FY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes.	Not published	Varies
W.S. Cooper Award for Outstanding Contributions in the Fields of Geobotany and/or Physiographic Ecology Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 Given to honor an outstanding contributor to the fields of geobotany and/or physiographic ecology—the fields in which W.S. Cooper worked. Award recognizes a single contribution in a scientific publication (single or multiple authored).	Not published	$700
INPS Biodiversity Grants Indiana Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · $400 – $2K The INPS Biodiversity Grants, offered by the Indiana Native Plant Society, support projects that promote the appreciation and preservation of Indiana's native plants.	Not published	$400 – $2K
Stanback Fellowship The Population Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Every summer, the Population Institute hosts a group of Stanback Fellows. The Stanback Fellowship Program is a partnership between Duke University's Nicholas School of the Environment and non-profit environmental organizations.	Not published	Varies
Horizon Foundation: Maine Horizon Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Horizon Foundation has shifted to an invite-only application process.	Not published	Varies
Field-of-Interest Funds - Sea Pines Resort Community Fund Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Foundation Not published · Varies Our grantmaking responds to the needs in our communities. Grants include those which are available through application and those that originate at the donor's request.	Not published	Varies
Innovations for Conservation of Desert Tortoise Populations or Habitat RFP Grant Desert Tortoise Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $9K The Desert Tortoise Council invites proposals for conservation projects aimed at enhancing desert tortoise populations and habitats.	Not published	$9K
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) seeks proposals to advance pollinator conservation.	Not published	Varies
ACA Conservation, Community, and Education Grants Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The ACA Conservation, Community, and Education Grants support projects that conserve and enhance Alberta's fish, wildlife, and habitats.	Not published	Up to $40K
Impact Grants Spur Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Spur Community Foundation's Impact Grants support projects that are catalytic in nature and have the potential to drive substantial change within an organization or address a pressing community need.	Not published	Up to $50K
OGE Nonprofit Grants OGE Energy Corp Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round; however, funding decisions are made three times a year.	Not published	Varies
American Water Charitable Foundation Water and Environment Grant American Water Charitable Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · Varies American Water Charitable Foundation Water and Environment Grant — competitive grants to nonprofit organizations for water- and environment-related projects; the 2024 program awarded a combined ~$1M to 59 organizations across 11 states.	Not published	Varies
Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Grant Program California Wildlife Conservation Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Grant Program, initiated by the California Wildlife Conservation Board, aims to protect and restore California's diverse habitats.	Not published	Varies
SITKA: Ecosystem Grants W.L. Gore & Associates Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K SITKA Ecosystem Grants support projects that enhance ecosystems and promote conservation efforts.	Not published	$3K – $20K
Lawrence County Community Foundation Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Lawrence County Community Foundation (LCCF) is now accepting grant applications until September 10.	Not published	$500 – $5K

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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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