Grants for Environmental Conservation

Last updated October 22, 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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James & Dolores Selan Memorial Scholarship Grant Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Vision: We envision a vibrant, prosperous northern Chautauqua community, rich in opportunity today and tomorrow. encouraging local philanthropy and building permanent endowments for the future…	Not published	Varies
James A. & Faith Knight Foundation Grant James a and Faith Knight Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The James A. & Faith Knight Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Jackson and Washtenaw Counties, Michigan.	Not published	Varies
AGRI Sustainable Agriculture Demonstration Grant Program Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The AGRI Sustainable Agriculture Demonstration Grant Program supports innovative research and demonstrations in sustainable agriculture.	Not published	Up to $50K
Farmland Preservation Grants -Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Farmland Preservation Grants through the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program aim to secure development rights on farmland, ensuring its future use for agriculture.	Not published	Varies
CMP - Coastal Management Program - BIL Programmatic Projects (FY26) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs.	Not published	Varies
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants Maryland Energy Administration · State Not published · Varies The goal of MEA’s EECBG program is to help communities transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy through planning activities for future projects that can help provide comprehensive community approaches to addressing the State’s…	Not published	Varies
Universal Leaf Foundation Grants Universal Corporation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Universal Leaf Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations primarily in areas where Universal Leaf Tobacco Company operates.	Not published	$5K – $25K
AR Forest Legacy Program Grant Arkansas Agriculture Department · Foundation Not published · Up to $7M The AR Forest Legacy Program aims to protect threatened forest areas from conversion to non-forest uses through the purchase of conservation easements or fee simple titles.	Not published	Up to $7M
CMP - Coastal Management Program - NOAA 25 Programmatic Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Support for projects focused on coastal planning, coordination, coastal hazards, habitat protection and management, education and outreach materials and programs.	Not published	Varies
WUV Woody Buffer Block Grant Watersheds United Vermont Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Watersheds United Vermont (WUV) is a state-wide network of local groups dedicated to the health of their home watersheds.	Not published	Varies
Spatial Thinking - Inspiring Action through Place-Based Solutions RFP: Level I Grant National Geographic Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The National Geographic Society's Spatial Thinking grant invites innovative projects that apply spatial thinking to address local challenges.	Not published	Up to $20K
Clean Water Fund: Small Implementation Grant Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Clean Water Fund: Small Implementation Grant aims to enhance collaboration for water quality improvement in Lancaster County by 2040.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Arkansas Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program promotes the importance of trees and green spaces on college campuses, enhancing the livability and health of these environments.	Not published	Varies
Postdoctoral Research in Coastal Forest Plant Science Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Varies The Biogeochemistry Lab at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) is searching for a post-doctoral research fellow with expertise in plant ecology, plant ecophysiology, or related vegetation sciences to join a…	Not published	Varies
California Forest Improvement Program Trees Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Drop by Drop Project Grant Clean the World Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The WASH Foundation (Clean the World Foundation, Orlando, FL) and Las Vegas Sands run the Drop by Drop Project, funding water-stewardship projects in Macao and Singapore; 2025 recipients were the University of Saint Joseph (Macao) and…	Not published	Varies
Darwin Plus Fund - Darwin Plus Strategic Grant Darwin Plus · Foundation Not published · £1,000,000 - £3,000,000 The Darwin Plus Strategic initiative is a UK government grants scheme aimed at enhancing biodiversity, environmental quality, and resilience to climate change in UK Overseas Territories.	Not published	£1,000,000 - £3,000,000
Innovative Technology Funding Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies A partnership between Maryland DNR, the University of Maryland to provide research & development funding to University staff, and seed capital monies to develop new technologies to accelerate bay restoration.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: North Carolina Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges to foster green spaces and community forests.	Not published	Varies
Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program 23-DG-11094200-327 Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To plan for, establish, manage and protect trees, forests, green spaces and related natural resources in and adjacent to cities and towns. The urban and community forestry program provides ecosystem services, social and economic benefits.	Not published	Varies
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY26) Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the award.	Not published	Varies
Quinnipiac River Fund Grants The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven · Foundation Not published · Varies The Quinnipiac River Fund Grants, founded in 1990, aim to enhance the environmental quality of the Quinnipiac River and New Haven Harbor.	Not published	Varies
Florida Forest Legacy Grant Program Florida Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Varies The Florida Forest Legacy Grant Program aims to conserve critical forest areas threatened by development. It encourages landowners to maintain forested lands through economic incentives, ensuring sustainable management practices.	Not published	Varies
Alabama Recycling Fund Grant Alabama Department of Environmental Management · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alabama Recycling Fund Grant, managed by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management, supports local governments and nonprofits in enhancing or initiating recycling programs.	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 22, 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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