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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Action Grant Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Action Grant, offered by the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation, fosters collaboration with communities to promote conservation initiatives.	Not published	Up to $50K
Board of Water and Soil Resources - Grants Water and Soil Resources Board · State Not published · Varies BWSR grants provide funding to local units of government to deliver soil and water conservation services to their communities.	Not published	Varies
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY25) Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Projects to restore, conserve, manage, and enhance wild birds and mammals and their habitat.	Not published	Varies
Aspire Grant Program Conservation Action Research Network (CARN) · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Aspire Grant Program, initiated by CARN, offers up to $5,000 USD in research grants for African graduate students and early career professionals.	Not published	Up to $5K
ROGC Civic Contribution Grant River Oaks Garden Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The River Oaks Garden Club, founded in 1927, is dedicated to enhancing the Houston community through conservation, horticulture, and civic beautification.	Not published	Varies
Regional Water Plan Seed Grants (GA) Georgia Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The SFY2026 Regional Water Plan Seed Grants, provided by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, aim to assist local governments and water users in their Regional Water Plan implementation efforts.	Not published	Up to $75K
Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund Grant Commonwealth of Virginia: Division of Legislative Services · State Not published · Up to $15K The Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund Grant supports projects aimed at enhancing environmental education and conservation efforts in the Chesapeake Bay area.	Not published	Up to $15K
Jean Lowry Sustainable Landscape Award Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program Jones Falls Watershed Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · $30K – $100K The Healthy Environment, Healthy Communities Grant Program in the Jones Falls Watershed supports vital environmental action and restoration projects.	Not published	$30K – $100K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Puerto Rico Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the National Arbor Day Foundation, encourages colleges and universities in Puerto Rico to enhance their campus environments through tree planting and maintenance.	Not published	Varies
Land & Water Conservation Fund (IA) Grant Iowa Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provides crucial federal funding for outdoor recreation projects in Iowa, supporting 50% cost share for development and land acquisition.	Not published	Varies
James O. Thomason Scholarship Harry Hampton Wildlife Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Self-Determination Grant NDN Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K Significant, flexible, multi-year funding supporting community-based and community-driven sustainable solutions in defense, development, and decolonization of Indigenous peoples and lands.	Not published	$200K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Montana 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
Restore Midwest Healing Soils Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Explorers Club - Fjällräven Field Grant Explorers Club · Foundation Not published · $5K The Explorers Club, in collaboration with Fjällräven, offers the Fjällräven Field Grant to promote scientific exploration and research. This grant supports explorers under 35 engaged in fieldwork related to conservation and sustainability.	Not published	$5K
Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds: Conservation Grants Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds · Foundation Not published · $20K The Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds Grant Program supports local initiatives aimed at conserving and restoring Pennsylvania's vital water resources.	Not published	$20K
Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Grant State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · $15K – $50K The Historic Preservation Certified Local Government Grant, administered by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, aims to enhance local historic preservation efforts.	Not published	$15K – $50K
CAL FIRE Forest Health Grant California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · $750K – $7M The CAL FIRE Forest Health Program aims to enhance the resilience of California's forests against wildfires, drought, and pests caused by climate change and land management practices.	Not published	$750K – $7M
Earthwatch Marine Conservation Grant Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We will not be soliciting research pre-proposals/proposals at this time.	Not published	Varies
Alberta Ecotrust - Environmental Impact Grant Alberta Ecotrust Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Alberta Ecotrust Foundation's Environmental Impact Grant supports initiatives that address biodiversity and climate crises while promoting circular economy practices.	Not published	Up to $50K
Nonpoint Source Grant for Pollution Control Projects Watershed-based Plan Implementation RFP State of Maine Department of Environmental Protection · State Not published · $50K – $150K The Nonpoint Source Grant for Pollution Control Projects aims to implement watershed-based plans to restore and protect waterbodies affected by nonpoint source pollution in Maine.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Wetlands Protection and/or Restoration Grant Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands (FFSL) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3M The Wetlands Protection and/or Restoration Grant, managed by the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands (FFSL) and the Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust (GSLWET), offers up to $3 million to support projects aimed at…	Not published	Up to $3M
Darwin Plus Fund - People & Skills Grant Darwin Plus · Foundation Not published · Up to £100,000 The Darwin Plus People & Skills fund supports capacity building in UK Overseas Territories through training and professional development.	Not published	Up to £100,000

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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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