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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Ranching for Rivers Montana Association of Conservation Districts · Foundation Not published · 50% The Ranching for Rivers program is a cost-share program designed to assist landowners in protecting riparian health through improved ranching practices. Montana Association of Conservation Districts	Not published	50%
Proposition 4 Grant Program Tahoe Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The Conservancy's Proposition 4 program aims to support watershed improvement, forest health biomass utilization, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development, and to reduce the risks of climate change impacts upon…	Not published	Varies
Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp Program- Category #4: Newfoundland and Labrador Murre Conservation Fund Grants Wildlife Habitat Canada · Foundation Not published · Varies The Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp Program's Category #4 grants focus on supporting Murre conservation efforts in Newfoundland and Labrador.	Not published	Varies
Influence of invasive earthworms on soil structure and function in forests of the Huron Mountains, Michigan Governors State University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A research project investigating the impacts of invasive earthworms on soil structure and function in forest ecosystems located in Michigan's Huron Mountains.	Not published	Varies
G20 Global Land Initiative Grant United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification · Foundation Not published · $17K The G20 Global Land Initiative empowers civil society organizations to restore degraded lands and combat desertification.	Not published	$17K
MI Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Trail Improvement Program Grant Michigan Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The MI Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Trail Improvement Program, funded by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, aims to maintain existing ORV trails, develop new trails, and restore damaged natural resources.	Not published	Varies
Bloom-Hays Ecological Research Grant Sea & Sage Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (CAFWS-179) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes.	Not published	Varies
The Clean Water Fund: Community Conservation Grant Lancaster County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Lancaster Clean Water Fund serves as a catalyst for increased collaboration to efficiently achieve clean and clear water in Lancaster County by 2040.	Not published	Varies
M.S.P.A. Grant Program Massachusetts Society for Promoting Agriculture · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K The Society offers grants for projects that: Projects that will benefit agriculture in Massachusetts are encouraged across a wide range of agricultural enterprises.	Not published	$500 – $25K
John S. Kiewit Memorial Foundation Grant John S Kiewit Memorial Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $250K The John S. Kiewit Memorial Foundation Grant aims to protect California's Central Coast and surrounding natural resources through conservation efforts.	Not published	$1K – $250K
ABSC Foundation Grants Anna B Stearns Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $20K The Anna B. Stearns Charitable Foundation provides grants to support projects enhancing education, independence, and well-being for women and children, particularly focusing on girls.	Not published	$15K – $20K
DSC Foundation Grants DSC Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The DSC Foundation, established in 2015 as a tax-exempt non-profit, is dedicated to wildlife conservation through advocacy, education, and regulated hunting.	Not published	Varies
Special Wildlife Funds - Duck Stamp Grants - Canada Canada Department Of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Special Wildlife Funds - Duck Stamp Grants program in Canada focuses on the development of waterfowl propagation areas specifically for the Mississippi Flyway.	Not published	Up to $500K
Wild Prairie Showdown Awards Great Outdoors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual awards celebrating contributions to conservation and recreation from community members involved with the Great Outdoors Foundation and ICON Water Trails, aligned with organizational values and priorities.	Not published	Varies
IWLA: Minnesota Division Awards Grant Izaak Walton League of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The IWLA Minnesota Division Awards recognize outstanding conservation efforts and contributions by individuals and groups in Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) Grant Heart of the Rockies Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Essex County Land and Environment Initiative Essex County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Essex County Community Foundation inspires philanthropy that strengthens the communities of Essex County by managing charitable assets, strengthening and supporting nonprofits, and engaging in strategic community leadership initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Diminished Tree Species Grant Program The Oak Hill Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Diminished Tree Species Grant Program focuses on restoring native tree species crucial for biodiversity and forest health.	Not published	Varies
Klamath Basin Salmon Restoration RFP National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Klamath River Basin is an ecosystem of national and regional significance. The U.S. Department of the Interior has designated it as a “Treasured Landscape” – a place that encompasses America's natural resources and cultural heritage.	Not published	Varies
The Remain Fund Grant Community Foundation for Nantucket Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ReMain Nantucket Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Nantucket, promotes community enrichment through grants targeting downtown enhancement, leadership development, and environmental sustainability.	Not published	Varies
NC Department of Environmental Quality Grant Programs State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Increasing Urban Trees in Philadelphia Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation aims to enhance Philadelphia's urban forest through strategic initiatives that promote equitable tree coverage.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnership Capacity Grants Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The Colorado Outdoor Regional Partnership Capacity Grants, offered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Great Outdoors Colorado, provide funding ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 to support regional collaborations in conservation and…	Not published	$50K – $150K

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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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