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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NBC Conservation Fund Grant Neotropical Bird Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The NBC Conservation Fund Grant offers financial support for conservation projects in the Neotropics, focusing on globally threatened species or important sites.	Not published	Up to $3K
The Lois Webster Fund Grant Audubon Society of Greater Denver · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Lois Webster Fund, established in 1995 by the Audubon Society of Greater Denver, supports vital research and education projects focused on Colorado's non-game wildlife.	Not published	$500 – $5K
International Ranger Awards (1st Annual) Conservation Allies · Foundation Not published · $10K Conservation Allies, in collaboration with IUCN, the World Commission on Protected Areas, the International Ranger Federation, and Global Wildlife Conservation, developed the International Ranger Awards to recognize the remarkable work of…	Not published	$10K
Tulpehocken and Quittapahilla Creek Watershed Grant Program Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tulpehocken and Quittapahilla Creek Watershed Grant Program, supported by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, aims to enhance fisheries and aquatic habitats in these watersheds.	Not published	Varies
Bath Community Fund Grant Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bath Community Fund Grant, established in 2014, aims to enhance the beauty and legacy of Bath Township.	Not published	Varies
Noxious Weed Management Fund Grant Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Noxious Weed Management Fund Grant, offered by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, aims to support the eradication and containment of state-listed noxious weeds.	Not published	Varies
The Collins Foundation GO Grants Collins Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K GO Grants are The Collins Foundation's responsive, general-operating grant program for organizations serving Oregon, funding arts and culture, child welfare and development, education, environmental protection, health equity, and broader…	Not published	$25K – $100K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: New Jersey Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program in New Jersey, managed by the Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to enhance their green spaces.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Excellence Grant (CEG) Conservation Foundation of Lancaster County · Foundation Rolling · Up to $250K Provide financial and technical assistance for the implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) on agricultural operations in high-priority locations within the Commonwealth through grants, loans, tax credits, or combinations thereof.	Rolling	Up to $250K
Edisto River Adopt-A-Landing Grant Palmettopride the Governor's Council on Beautification & Litter · Foundation Rolling · Varies Grant program to encourage behavior change around littering at public boat landings along the Edisto River in South Carolina.	Rolling	Varies
Non-Motorized Trails Grant Program: Planning or Support Grants Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $45K The Non-Motorized Trails Grant Program, managed by Colorado Parks & Wildlife, supports projects that enhance outdoor recreation through planning, construction, and maintenance of trails.	Not published	Up to $45K
Environmental Conservation: Andes-Amazon Initiative Gordon E and Betty I Moore Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Please note that we do not accept unsolicited grant proposals. Because of our tightly-defined grantmaking strategies, many worthwhile projects fall outside the scope of our funding priorities.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Pennsylvania Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the Arbor Day Foundation, aims to enhance college campuses through tree planting and care.	Not published	Varies
Appalachian Landscapes Project Capital Grant Open Space Institute Land Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4.6M The Appalachian Landscapes Project Capital Grant, offered by the Open Space Institute, supports vital conservation initiatives aimed at preserving biodiversity and enhancing landscape connectivity.	Not published	Up to $4.6M
Recycled Glass Processing Incentive RFP Grant California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) · Foundation Not published · $1M – $4M The Recycled Glass Processing Incentive RFP, administered by California's CalRecycle, aims to boost the use of glass cullet in new glass beverage containers.	Not published	$1M – $4M
Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) Consolidated Grant Program Baldwin Hills & Urban Watersheds Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The BH UWC Consolidated Grant Program streamlines administration of State funds, aligning with the Cutting Green Tape initiative.	Not published	Varies
CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program Grant California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The CAL FIRE Forest Health Research Program aims to enhance forest resilience in California by funding critical research in forest health and fire science.	Not published	Up to $750K
Land Conservation Grants New Hampshire Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP) in New Hampshire provides matching grants to support the acquisition and preservation of ecologically significant lands and historic resources.	Not published	Varies
Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff Grants Arizona Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $750 – $5K The Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff, established in 1987, provides vital funding to enhance the quality of life for Flagstaff residents through various competitive grant programs.	Not published	$750 – $5K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Minnesota Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, supported by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to promote tree planting and green spaces on campus.	Not published	Varies
Herndon Foundation Grants Herndon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Herndon Foundation was established in 1965 by Floyd D. Gottwald Jr. and Elisabeth S. Gottwald.	Not published	Varies
Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs: Pennsylvania Water Trails Program Mini Grants Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs, specifically the Pennsylvania Water Trails Program Mini Grants, aim to enhance outdoor recreation and resource conservation.	Not published	Up to $7K
Western States Fire Managers Grants (WSFM) Nevada Division of Forestry · Foundation Not published · $205K – $292K The Western States Fire Managers Grants (WSFM) program, managed by the Nevada Division of Forestry, aims to mitigate wildfire risks in Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) areas.	Not published	$205K – $292K
Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP) Grant Palmettopride the Governor's Council on Beautification & Litter · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K National grant program administered through Keep America Beautiful to reduce cigarette litter—the most littered item in America.	Not published	$10K – $20K

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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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