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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Truckee River Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Truckee River Fund Grant, managed by the Community Foundation of Northern Nevada, offers funding to projects enhancing water quality in the Truckee River watershed.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Charlotte Martin Foundation: Wildlife and Habitat Program Grant Charlotte Y Martin Foundation-Ima · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Charlotte Martin Foundation's Wildlife and Habitat Program focuses on promoting biodiversity and habitat conservation in the Northwest.	Not published	Up to $20K
Special Wildlife Funds - State Pheasant Fund (FY26)- NOFO Grant Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Special Wildlife Funds - State Pheasant Fund provides competitive grants to non-profit and governmental organizations aimed at conserving wild pheasant habitats in Illinois.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: California Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, led by the National Arbor Day Foundation, empowers colleges and universities to enhance their campuses through tree planting and care.	Not published	Varies
ME Project Canopy Assistance Grants- Planting & Maintenance Maine Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The ME Project Canopy Assistance Grants support community forestry projects focused on tree planting and maintenance. Applicants, including local governments and non-profits, must attend a grant workshop prior to submission.	Not published	Up to $15K
Delaware County Fish & Game Protective Association Scholarship Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $800	Not published	$800
Agricultural Resilience Incentive (ARI) Grant Program County of Santa Clara · State Not published · Up to $30K The Agricultural Resilience Incentive (ARI) Grant Program, established by the County of Santa Clara, offers financial incentives to farmers and ranchers implementing sustainable practices to enhance soil health and sequester carbon.	Not published	Up to $30K
Environmental and Marine Grants Ocean Reef Conservation Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ocean Reef Conservation Association awards grants to nonprofits in the environmental and marine related areas. Since inception, the Conservation Association has awarded over $3,000,000 in grants.	Not published	Varies
Ecosystem Enhancement Program Grant Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K This program aims to support Basin communities, including Indigenous Peoples, to steward and lead ecosystem enhancement and restoration projects that maintain and improve ecological health and resilience in a variety of ecosystems across…	Not published	Up to $750K
Upper Bucks Community Foundation Fund of LVCF Grant Lehigh Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Upper Bucks Community Foundation Fund of LVCF, managed by the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in the Upper Bucks area, including Palisades, Pennridge, and Quakertown School Districts.	Not published	$1K – $10K
San Francisco Bay Area: Conservation Grants Gordon E and Betty I Moore Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation offers conservation grants to support projects in the San Francisco Bay Area, focusing on maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services.	Not published	Varies
RFP- Recontamination of Restored Wetlands in the Hudson-Raritan Estuary Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Request for Proposals: Literature Review on Recontamination of Restored Wetlands in the Hudson-Raritan Estuary The New York-New Jersey Harbor & Estuary Program’s (HEP’s) Restoration Work Group seeks a researcher or team of researchers to…	Not published	Varies
The J.M.K. Innovation Prize Grant The JM Kaplan Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $175K The J.M.K. Innovation Prize, awarded by The J.M. Kaplan Fund, supports early-stage social innovators tackling critical issues in environment, heritage conservation, and social justice.	Not published	Up to $175K
The Environmental Fund of Texas: Tier 2 - EFT Priority Projects Grant The Environmental Fund of Texas · Foundation Not published · $3K – $12K The Environmental Fund of Texas offers Tier 2 grants aimed at projects that protect natural environments, focusing on water, natural areas, and native wildlife.	Not published	$3K – $12K
Habitat Conservation Projects-Washington Wildlife and Recreation Grant Program Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) offers funding for diverse land conservation projects, from urban habitat protection to the preservation of rare plant species.	Not published	Varies
Elson-Slemmer Fund for the Environment Northwest CT Community Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Pacific Seabird Program RFP Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $1M The Pacific Seabird Program RFP, managed by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, invites proposals aimed at enhancing seabird conservation from 2022 to 2027.	Not published	$50K – $1M
Life Time Foundation Athlete Program Life Time Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Athletes compete in Life Time's signature endurance events while fundraising for the Life Time Foundation's mission.	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Maine Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program by the Arbor Day Foundation promotes the importance of trees on college campuses, enhancing the environment and student experience.	Not published	Varies
Harry A. Merlo Foundation Grant Harry a Merlo Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The first step is to make contact with us via email to explore possibilities and fit with the Merlo Foundation’s mission, giving sectors and priorities.	Not published	Varies
Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants - Strategic Partnerships California Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $500K The Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program, initiated by the California Department of Transportation, aims to enhance the state's multi-modal transportation system while addressing climate change.	Not published	$100K – $500K
Virginia Trees for Clean Water Grant Program Department of Forestry · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
RI Forest Legacy Program Grant State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau · State Not published · Varies The RI Forest Legacy Program aims to protect vital forest lands from conversion to non-forest uses through funding for land purchases or conservation easements.	Not published	Varies
Community Support - Missouri Ozarks Community Donations Grant Bass Pro Shops & Cabelas Outdoor Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Missouri Ozarks Community Donations, led by Bass Pro Shops, aims to strengthen local nonprofits in the Springfield and Branson areas.	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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