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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Advancing Tribal Conservation Easements Grant First Nations Development Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Advancing Tribal Conservation Easements Grant, offered by First Nations Development Institute, supports tribal acquisitions of conservation easements, which are legal agreements that protect cultural and conservation values.	Not published	Up to $50K
Great Salt Lake Audubon Grant Great Salt Lake Audubon · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Great Salt Lake Audubon Grant supports conservation, education, and research initiatives by non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status or educational institutions.	Not published	Up to $2K
Holomua Marine Initiative Strengthening Community Advocacy Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Holomua Marine Initiative Strengthening Community Advocacy Grant, offered by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, aims to enhance advocacy capacity in community organizations across Hawai‘i.	Not published	Up to $10K
Whitney R. Harris and Saint Louis Zoo Fellowship in Animal Conservation Grant The Curators of the University of Missouri · Foundation Not published · Varies The Whitney R. Harris and Saint Louis Zoo Fellowship in Animal Conservation offers a fully-funded master's or Ph.D. opportunity for motivated graduates.	Not published	Varies
VCF: Green Mountain Fund Grant The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Green Mountain Fund, established by the Vermont Community Foundation, offers grants between $500 and $5,000 to support charitable activities in Lamoille and Orleans Counties.	Not published	$500 – $5K
RFP 0323 - Agricultural Nonpoint Source Pollution Abatement and Control Program Grant New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · Up to $5M The RFP 0323 - Agricultural Nonpoint Source Pollution Abatement and Control Program invites Soil and Water Conservation Districts to propose projects aimed at reducing nonpoint source pollution from agriculture in New York State.	Not published	Up to $5M
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Michigan 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 engage students and communities in tree planting and care.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program - Expedited Conservation Project Grants Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program offers matching grants between $5,000 and $500,000 to organizations aiming to restore, protect, or enhance Minnesota's natural habitats.	Not published	$5K – $75K
New York Lake Champlain Basin Wetland and Floodplain Restoration Projects Grant Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.3M The New York Lake Champlain Basin Wetland and Floodplain Restoration Projects aim to enhance the ecological health of the Lake Champlain Basin by restoring critical wetlands and floodplains.	Not published	Up to $1.3M
Fields Pond Foundation Grant Fields Pond Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K The Fields Pond Foundation Grant aims to support community-based nature and land conservation initiatives that enhance public access and awareness.	Not published	$500 – $25K
Sheldon Family Foundation Grant Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Sheldon Family Foundation Grant, offered by the Scranton Area Community Foundation, invites applications from 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving the Endless Mountains region.	Not published	Up to $10K
Healthy Tree Canopy Grants For Cities- Step 1 Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Healthy Tree Canopy Grants for Cities aim to enhance the tree canopy in Hennepin County, Minnesota. Designed for city governments, these grants support projects that complete tree inventories and strengthen urban forestry efforts.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Mountain Revolving Loan Fund Conservation Trust for North Carolina · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to help NC land trusts cover transaction costs involved with protecting a property	Not published	Varies
Private Forest Accord Grant Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Private Forest Accord Grant aims to fund projects that benefit various species covered under the anticipated Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP).	Not published	Varies
Ruth & Lyle Taylor Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Foundation Not published · $3K – $9K The Ruth & Lyle Taylor Endowment Fund Grant supports initiatives in historic preservation, environmental conservation, and civic engagement.	Not published	$3K – $9K
NJ Water Quality Restoration Grants to Mitigate Nonpoint Source Pollution State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · Up to $3M The NJ Water Quality Restoration Grants aim to mitigate nonpoint source pollution through funding for watershed restoration activities.	Not published	Up to $3M
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Arizona Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities to enhance their green spaces and community forests.	Not published	Varies
Minnesota Division Scholarship Grant Izaak Walton League of America · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Minnesota Division Scholarship, offered by the Izaak Walton League of America, provides up to $1,000 annually to support undergraduate students pursuing careers in environmental protection and conservation.	Not published	Up to $1K
Leiter Family Foundation Grant Leiter Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Leiter Family Foundation Grant supports community-based non-profit organizations focused on habitat preservation and environmental education.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Global Grants Rotary International District 7690 · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rotary Foundation funds Global Grants to support humanitarian projects and educational programs. District 7690 has successfully executed Global Grants projects.	Not published	Varies
Valley Water Refill Station Grant Program Santa Clara Valley Water District · Foundation Not published · $5K The Valley Water Refill Station Grant Program supports the installation of water refill stations, enhancing access to clean drinking water in economically disadvantaged areas of Santa Clara County.	Not published	$5K
Gateway Regional Environment Fund Grant Program St Louis Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Gateway Regional Environment Fund Grant Program, managed by the St. Louis Community Foundation, aims to support initiatives in the St. Louis metro area that reduce the carbon footprint.	Not published	Up to $100K
Lesley Family Foundation Grants Lesley Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Lesley Family Foundation Grants support charitable organizations dedicated to nature conservation, animal welfare, and cultural initiatives. Grants typically range from $10,000 to $100,000, with a focus on North Texas.	Not published	$10K – $100K
ESRP Regional Pre-Design Projects Grant Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) · Foundation Not published · Varies The ESRP Regional Pre-Design Projects aim to enhance ecosystem restoration in Puget Sound through strategic investments.	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 1,929 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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