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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Progress for Pollinators Program Happy Hollow Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A conservation partnership program between Happy Hollow Foundation and Happy Hollow Park & Zoo aimed at fostering the creation of pollinator-friendly habitats.	Not published	Varies
DTE Energy Foundation Tree Planting Grants Michigan Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The DTE Energy Foundation Tree Planting Grants, supported by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, aim to enhance tree planting efforts across public lands within DTE Energy's service area.	Not published	Up to $4K
EA Funds: Animal Welfare Fund Grant Effective Ventures Foundation USA Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The EA Funds: Animal Welfare Fund Grant aims to enhance the welfare of nonhuman animals globally through strategic grants.	Not published	Up to $200K
Legacy Disposal Site Abatement Partial Grant Program (CA) California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The Legacy Disposal Site Abatement Partial Grant Program, administered by CalRecycle, provides financial assistance to public entities in California for the cleanup of abandoned landfill sites.	Not published	Up to $750K
Harry E. & Olive T. Barth Charitable Trust Grant Program Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · From $5K The Harry E. & Olive T. Barth Charitable Trust Grant Program, managed by Wesbanco Bank, offers funding to non-profit organizations in West Virginia, particularly those from Sistersville and Tyler County.	Not published	From $5K
U.S. Biosphere Network Transboundary Internship Program Climate Conservation DBA Center for Large Landscape Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Pocono Forests & Waters Conservation Landscape Mini Grants Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Mini-grant program to support conservation and outdoor recreation initiatives in the Pocono Forests and Waters Conservation Landscape.	Not published	Varies
Wild Rivers Coast Alliance: Large Grants Bandon Dunes Golf Resort · Foundation Not published · $5K The Wild Rivers Coast Alliance offers large grants by invitation, focusing on community projects along the southern Oregon coast. They support initiatives that balance conservation, community, and economic growth.	Not published	$5K
Turtle Trackers - Linda Zambelli Family Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Foundation Not published · Varies The Turtle Trackers - Linda Zambelli Family Scholarship Fund, established in 2025 by the Turtle Trackers Board, honors Linda Zambelli's legacy through scholarships for students pursuing higher education in Marine Biology and Environmental…	Not published	Varies
CNPS - SCVC Graduate Student Research Scholarship Grant Santa Clara Valley Chapter of the California Native Plant Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The CNPS - SCVC Graduate Student Research Scholarship, offered by the Santa Clara Valley Chapter of the California Native Plant Society, aims to support students researching native plant conservation and ecology in Central and Northern…	Not published	Up to $3K
Landscape Conservation Catalyst Fund Climate Conservation DBA Center for Large Landscape Conservation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Center for Large Landscape Conservation, via the Network for Landscape Conservation, runs the Catalyst Fund — competitive grants to collaborative Landscape Conservation Partnerships across the US (distributed >$1.3M across 55…	Not published	Up to $25K
The Rising Wildlife Leaders - Amazonia Program Grant Wildlife Conservation Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Rising Wildlife Leaders - Amazonia Program aims to cultivate a new generation of conservation leaders in the Amazon basin.	Not published	Up to $7K
Arthur L. and Elaine V. Johnson Foundation Grants Arthur L Bud Johnson in Memory · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Arthur L. and Elaine V. Johnson Foundation Grants, established in 1990, aim to support organizations that assist individuals with physical disabilities through guide dogs and other assistance animals.	Not published	Up to $150K
Blake-Nuttall Fund Grants Nuttall Ornithological Club Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Blake-Nuttall Fund Grants, offered by the Nuttall Ornithological Club Inc, support vital ornithological research, conservation, and education efforts focused on the birds of New England and the Northeast.	Not published	$1K – $5K
State Tree Nursery Maryland Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Grow and sell bare root seedlings for conservation planting purposes. County Government, For-Profit, Individuals, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, Regional, State Colleges, State University, State Government, Other	Not published	Varies
UCF - Urban and Community Forestry Program (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Technical and financial assistance to the state’s communities on the management of their trees and other related natural resources. https://dnr.illinois.gov/conservation/forestry.html https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/urban-forests/ucf…	Not published	Varies
Watershed Restoration and Protection Grant Program Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Watershed Restoration and Protection Grant Program, managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, aims to restore streams affected by nonpoint source pollution.	Not published	Up to $300K
Thomas Webster Hardwick Jr. Scholarship Harry Hampton Wildlife Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
California Forests and Watersheds - Wildfires Restoration Grant Program National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $350K The California Forests and Watersheds - Wildfires Restoration Grant Program, administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, aims to restore lands and watersheds in the Angeles National Forest affected by the Copper (2002) and…	Not published	$350K
Leighty Foundation Grants The Leighty Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE:_ _We consider funding proposals that we have invited. TLF has no paid management staff.	Not published	Varies
11th Hour Racing Grant 11th Hour Racing · Foundation Not published · $40K – $150K The 11th Hour Racing Grant supports initiatives aimed at restoring ocean health through local stewardship and sustainable practices. It focuses on projects that promote ocean literacy, clean technologies, and ecosystem restoration.	Not published	$40K – $150K
National Environment Program RFP Grant The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K As New York's largest community foundation, The New York Community Trust (The Trust) fosters and engages in enduring and innovative philanthropy, making grants that bring together the local knowledge and expertise of its team, nonprofits…	Not published	Up to $300K
Future Conservationist Award Grant Conservation Leadership Programme · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Future Conservationist Award by the Conservation Leadership Programme supports early-career conservationists in the Asia Pacific region.	Not published	Up to $15K
Henry Arnholds Fellowships Grant Mulago Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The Henry Arnhold Fellowships, offered by the Mulago Foundation, seek innovative leaders with impactful conservation and climate solutions.	Not published	$100K

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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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