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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MI Forest Legacy Grant Program Michigan Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The MI Forest Legacy Grant Program, managed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, aims to protect vital forest lands from conversion into non-forest uses.	Not published	Varies
Great Lakes ReNEW - NSF Regional Innovation Engine (Workforce Development Component) Big Step Inc · Foundation Not published · $160M WRTP \| BIG STEP is the designated workforce development partner in Wisconsin for the Great Lakes ReNEW innovation engine.	Not published	$160M
Extreme Terrain’s Clean Trail Initiative Program Grant ExtremeTerrain · Foundation Not published · $250 Extreme Terrain’s Clean Trail Initiative Program aims to enhance trail integrity by supporting groups in the U.S. with grants for projects like trail clean-up, restoration, and expansion.	Not published	$250
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Tree Maintenance and Planting Project - Hurricane Helene Recovery (HHR) Grant North Carolina Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $2.2M Easily learn more about the N.C. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Mar 2027.	Not published	$2.2M
Patagonia Grants: International Grants - Australia Patagoniaorg · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: While applications are closed for FY25, if you are interested in Patagonia’s grants program and you would like to share with us some information about your project or campaign for FY26, please fill in this survey.	Not published	Varies
Public Water Access Sites - Partnership Funding Grant Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The Public Water Access Sites Partnership Funding program offers essential financial and technical support for public water access and state water trail projects.	Not published	Varies
Salmon Recovery and Puget Sound Acquisition and Restoration Grant Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · $5K The Salmon Recovery and Puget Sound Acquisition and Restoration Grant aims to restore and protect salmon habitats, enhancing their health and numbers.	Not published	$5K
Equipment Grants Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Equipment Grants program, managed by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, supports the purchase of solid waste management equipment valued between $5,000 and $50,000.	Not published	$5K – $50K
United Kingdom Cave Conservation Emergency Fund (UKCCEF) Grant The British Cave Research Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The United Kingdom Cave Conservation Emergency Fund (UKCCEF) supports urgent projects for the conservation of caves and speleological sites in the UK.	Not published	Varies
Coastal Zone Management Program Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Assists in responding to increasing demands on Chesapeake and coastal resources. Works to reduce the environmental impacts of coastal development, and provide assistance in coastal planning and resource protection.	Not published	Varies
Ruby Habitat Enhancement Fund Project Proposals Grant Nevada Department of Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ruby Habitat Enhancement Fund supports conservation efforts in Nevada, focusing on projects that benefit sage grouse and pygmy rabbits.	Not published	Varies
Waste Management Charitable Contributions Program Grant The Waste Management Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Waste Management Charitable Contributions Program supports initiatives that enhance environmental stewardship, sustainability education, and community vitality.	Not published	Varies
Lower American River Conservancy Program Grant California Wildlife Conservation Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lower American River Conservancy Program, established by Assembly Bill 1716 in 2017, aims to collaborate with local agencies and nonprofits to restore and enhance the American River Parkway.	Not published	Varies
Andrew M. Greller Graduate Student Research Award for Conservation of Local Flora and Ecosystems Grant Torrey Botanical Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The Andrew M. Greller Graduate Student Research Award, established by the Torrey Botanical Society, supports graduate students conducting research on local flora and ecosystems within 100 miles of New York City.	Not published	$1K
Beneficial Use of Dredged Material Program Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies This program provides technical and financial assistance, including grant funding, to support planning, programs, and projects that utilize dredged sediment for environmental restoration, such as marsh enhancement, shoreline stabilization…	Not published	Varies
Soil & Water Conservation Program Grant Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (LPNNRD) · Foundation Not published · Up to $13K The Soil & Water Conservation Program by the Lower Platte North NRD offers significant cost-share assistance to landowners for implementing conservation practices.	Not published	Up to $13K
Upper Connecticut River Mitigation and Enhancement Fund Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The fund was created as part of the settlement agreement between parties involved in the federal process to award a new operating license for three hydroelectric dams on the Connecticut River at Fifteen Mile Falls near Littleton, NH and…	Not published	Varies
Sustainable Communities Grant Program - Environmental Stewardship Grants Sustainable Jersey · Foundation Not published · $5K The Sustainable Communities Grant Program, funded by Atlantic City Electric and Sustainable Jersey, aims to enhance environmental stewardship in New Jersey.	Not published	$5K
WNS - Endangered Species- White Nose Syndrome (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies White-nose syndrome (WNS) is a disease of hibernating bats caused by the invasive fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd).	Not published	Varies
PalmettoPride Tree Grant Palmettopride the Governor's Council on Beautification & Litter · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides free trees for beautification programs in public spaces across South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Communities Caring for Canopy Grants Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Communities Caring for Canopy grants offer vital seed funding for communities to establish and maintain urban forestry programs in Vermont.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Green Acres State Land Acquisition Program Grant State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Varies The Green Acres State Land Acquisition Program, managed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, focuses on acquiring land for open space from property owners.	Not published	Varies
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance QZ Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant California Department of Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · $200K – $400K The Division of Boating and Waterways is offering the QZ Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant to combat the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels in California's waterways.	Not published	$200K – $400K
Valley County Community Foundation Grants Valley County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K Non-profit organizations working in the following five areas of need are welcome to apply:	Not published	$500 – $3K

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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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