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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Climate, Access, and Resource (CAR) Funding Grant California Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Climate, Access, and Resource (CAR) Funding program, administered by the California Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy, provides financial support for projects that enhance climate resilience, community access, and natural…	Not published	Varies
Environmental Grantmaking Program at EFA The Educational Foundation of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The Environmental Grantmaking Program at the Educational Foundation of America (EFA) aims to support projects that facilitate a transition to a net-zero electricity system.	Not published	Varies
AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (FY26) 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
Kings County Conservation Futures Grant King County Parks · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kings County Conservation Futures Grant provides essential funding for the Land Conservation Initiative, aimed at preserving vital natural and urban green spaces.	Not published	Varies
Kampe Foundation General Grants Kampe Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Grant submissions by invitation only until further notice._ The Kampe Foundation is a private foundation that provides programs and funding to nonprofit organizations in the fields of community development, social justice, and…	Not published	Varies
Underground Storage Tank System Upgrades Grant Program (NV) Nevada Division of Environmental Protection · Foundation Not published · Up to $90K The Underground Storage Tank System Upgrades Grant Program in Nevada aims to assist small businesses with the financial burden of complying with federal UST regulations.	Not published	Up to $90K
Resource Conservation Maryland Department of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies The Maryland Department of Agriculture's Office of Resource Conservation works closely with Maryland farmers and soil conservation districts to plan and implement conservation practices and programs that balance crop and livestock…	Not published	Varies
Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs: Statewide Waterway Access Grant (SWAG) Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs offer the Statewide Waterway Access Grant (SWAG) to support projects enhancing public access to waterways. Grants of up to $30,000 are available, with a required 1:1 match.	Not published	Up to $30K
Greener Grounds Grant Keep Louisiana Beautiful Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program supporting greener grounds and environmental sustainability initiatives. Listed among KLB's grant offerings.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: North Dakota Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, promotes the importance of trees in campus environments.	Not published	Varies
South Carolina - Forest Renewal Cost-Share Program (FRP) Grant South Carolina Forestry Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The South Carolina Forest Renewal Cost-Share Program provides essential financial assistance to eligible landowners for tree planting and forestry management practices.	Not published	Varies
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Long Island Sound Futures Fund   National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · State Not published · $200 – $50M Funds nitrogen prevention/reduction planning or implementation Free technical assistance is available to help brainstorm project ideas and develop competitive proposals.	Not published	$200 – $50M
Community Grants: Chicago The Seabury Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Seabury Foundation's Community Grants in Chicago support 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, arts, lifelong learning, environmental sustainability, and wellness.	Not published	Varies
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (WA) Grant Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · $300K – $15M The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program, funded by the Land and Water Conservation Fund, aims to enhance urban outdoor recreation in communities with populations over 30,000.	Not published	$300K – $15M
Coastal Ecosystems for People and Planet- Level II grants Grant National Geographic Society · Foundation Not published · $50K – $75K The Coastal Ecosystems for People and Planet - Level II grants support innovative projects focused on the conservation and restoration of blue forest ecosystems, such as mangroves, seagrass meadows, and kelp forests.	Not published	$50K – $75K
Free Rivers Fund Grants Free Rivers Fund · Foundation Not published · €1,000 - €2,000 The Free Rivers Fund (FRF) provides essential financial support for grassroots initiatives that aim to protect free-flowing rivers from dams and development projects.	Not published	€1,000 - €2,000
Forest Foundation: Program, Project or General Operating Support Grant Forest Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Forest Foundation offers grants to support nonprofit organizations and citizen initiatives in Southwest Washington, especially Tacoma and Pierce County.	Not published	Varies
Arkansas Audubon Society Trust Grants Arkansas Audubon Society Inc. · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Arkansas Audubon Society Trust Grants support conservation, research, and education projects focused on Arkansas bird species and their habitats.	Not published	$500 – $1K
OH Wetland Restoration Assistance Grant Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The OH Wetland Restoration Assistance program, provided by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, supports individuals and organizations in funding wetland restoration projects on private lands.	Not published	Varies
Virginia Land Conservation Foundation Grants Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (VDCR) · Foundation Not published · $10K The Virginia Land Conservation Foundation (VLCF) has been funding land conservation projects since 1999, utilizing a special fund to support state agencies, nonprofits, and Virginia Indian Tribes.	Not published	$10K
Xcel Energy Foundation Grant Colorado Tree Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies To provide grant funds for tree planting in communities impacted by storms and budget cuts.	Not published	Varies
GCA Partner for Plants The Garden Club of Honolulu · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
International Wild Waterfowl Association: Project Grants International Wild Waterfowl Association · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The International Wild Waterfowl Association (IWWA) was founded in 1958 to conserve threatened species like the whooping crane and trumpeter swan.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Natural and Working Lands+ Climate Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies The Illinois Department of Natural Resources proposes to expand on an exploratory collaboration with the US Climate Alliance and the UIUC Land-use Evolution and impact Assessment Modeling (LEAM) Lab.	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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