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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Ann Miller Gonzalez Research Grant Native Plant Society of Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The grant was established to support university students conducting research that helps fill key gaps in restoration ecology and native plant conservation.	Not published	Varies
TSSRM Funding Request Program Texas Section Society for Range Management · Foundation Rolling · Varies All proposals reviewed by TSSRM BOD. Assessment based on: Texas Section Society for Range Management	Rolling	Varies
Tribal Nature-Based Solutions Climate Bond 2026 Solicitation Grant CA Natural Resources Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $92M The Tribal Nature-Based Solutions Climate Bond 2026 Solicitation aims to support California Native American tribes by funding the return of ancestral lands, habitat restoration projects, and enhancing wildfire resiliency.	Not published	Up to $92M
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River – Severely Disadvantaged Community) Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program.	Not published	Varies
Weston Family Boreal Research Fellowship Grant Wildlife Conservation Society Canada · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Weston Family Boreal Research Fellowship, supported by the Wildlife Conservation Society Canada, offers financial assistance to graduate students conducting field-based research in the Ontario Northern Boreal and Northern Boreal…	Not published	Up to $20K
Rural Grant Navigator Grant Program Colorado State Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rural Grant Navigator Grant Program, managed by the Colorado State Forest Service, provides vital funding to NGOs assisting rural Colorado communities in applying for federal and state grants for wildfire mitigation and preparedness.	Not published	Varies
Anne Arundel County Community Tree Planting Mini Grant Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Anne Arundel County Community Tree Planting Mini Grant Program, a collaboration between the Anne Arundel County Forestry Board, City of Annapolis, and Chesapeake Bay Trust, provides grants up to $5,000 for community tree planting and…	Not published	Up to $5K
VIMS Fishery Resource Grant Program Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia Fishery Resource Grant Program, managed by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, offers funding to enhance coastal fishery resources through innovative proposals.	Not published	Varies
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – Prop 68 River San Fernando Valley Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas.	Not published	Varies
Idaho and Montana Grant Program The Steele-Reese Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Idaho and Montana Grant Program, managed by the Steele-Reese Foundation, focuses on supporting rural communities through educational, health, conservation, and arts initiatives.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Conservation Partners Grant Program National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Private landowners are stewards of more than two-thirds of our nation’s land, including some of the most important fish and wildlife habitats in the United States.	Not published	Varies
Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account Grant Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account supports the protection and enhancement of aquatic lands in Washington State. Established in 1984, it funds projects that improve public access and restore ecological health.	Not published	Up to $1M
NACD: Technical Assistance Grants National Association of Conservation Districts · Foundation Not published · $18M The NACD Technical Assistance Grants program, in partnership with NRCS, has been enhancing conservation district support since 2018.	Not published	$18M
Conservation Challenge Platform (Decentralized Conservation Genomics Funding) Biocomplexity Survival Alliance · Foundation Rolling · Varies Decentralized, crowdfunded platform enabling community-led conservation genomics research projects focused on endangered and culturally relevant species in partnership with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities.	Rolling	Varies
Barr Foundation: Climate Grants Barr Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Barr Foundation's Climate Grants program is committed to addressing climate change through equitable solutions that prioritize communities impacted by environmental injustices.	Not published	Varies
Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grants Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grants, provided by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection, aim to enhance soil and water quality in Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $40K
Metro Nature in Neighborhoods: Nature Education Grants Metro · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Metro's Nature Education Grants aim to foster connections between communities and nature in the Portland area. These grants support projects that enhance environmental education, promote cultural equity, and engage diverse populations.	Not published	Up to $100K
Hawai‘i’s Forest Stewardship Program Grant Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources - Division of Forestry and Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Varies Hawai‘i’s Forest Stewardship Program (FSP) offers vital planning and financial support to private forest landowners in Hawaii.	Not published	Varies
MSD's Urban Reforestation Program Grant Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $40K	Not published	$40K
Forest Management Planning - Forest Stewardship Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Provides forest management technical assistance to forest landowners throughout the State. County Government, For-Profit, Individuals, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, Regional, State Colleges, State Government	Not published	Varies
Milton Community Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Milton Community Fund Grant, established in 1996, supports charitable initiatives in the Milton area through annual grants funded by community donations.	Not published	Varies
Entergy Charitable Foundation Grant Entergy Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Entergy Charitable Foundation Grant focuses on supporting initiatives that foster thriving communities through education, poverty solutions, and environmental programs.	Not published	Varies
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Natural Area Conservation State Not published · Up to $15M Supports conservation projects of statewide significance, including natural areas that support vital ecological or conservation functions and values; provide habitat for rare or endangered species; or have physiographic or geological…	Not published	Up to $15M
Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs: Pocono Forests & Waters Conservation Landscape Mini Grants Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Pennsylvania Environmental Council's Mini Grant Programs offer funding opportunities for projects aimed at conserving the Pocono Forests and Waters.	Not published	$2K – $10K

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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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