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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Foothills and Prairie Grant Program Aiken Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Foothills and Prairie Grant Program, offered by the Aiken Audubon Society, supports projects focused on the conservation and study of birds in the Pikes Peak region.	Not published	Up to $7K
Quick Response Fund for Nature Resolve Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies RESOLVE's Quick Response Fund for Nature (QRFN) accelerates habitat protection by creating a rapid response mechanism that matches scientific expertise and funds with conservation needs.	Rolling	Varies
Stuller Family Foundation Grant Stuller Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stuller Family Foundation Grant supports innovative solutions to community problems by providing grants to 501(c)(3) and some 501(c)(6) organizations.	Not published	Varies
Catholic Climate Project Grant Catholic Climate Covenant · Foundation Not published · $1K Funds support local creation care activities and projects, including:	Not published	$1K
RFP: Restoration and Enhancement of Important Habitats for Fish and Wildlife Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies We inspire and inform action through science and engaging people to enhance the Hudson River, estuary, and watershed.	Not published	Varies
National Estuary Program Watersheds Grant Program Restore America's Estuaries · Foundation Not published · $200K – $500K The National Estuary Program Watersheds Grant Program, administered by Restore America’s Estuaries and supported by the EPA, funds competitive projects addressing critical threats to estuaries.	Not published	$200K – $500K
Kleberg Foundation: Wildlife, Conservation, and Animal Science Grant Robert J & Helen C Kleberg Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert J. Kleberg, Jr. and Helen C. Kleberg Foundation grants are aimed at supporting wildlife conservation and animal science initiatives primarily in South Texas.	Not published	Varies
Two For The Trails Grant Athletic Brewing · Foundation Not published · Varies The Two For The Trails Grant, offered by Atlantic Brewing Company, supports nonprofit organizations dedicated to environmental preservation and outdoor access.	Not published	Varies
Institute for Healthy Air, Water and Soil Research Grant - Invasive Plant Management Study Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $100K	Not published	$100K
Conservation Technical Assistance (CTA) Natural Resources Conservation Service · State Not published · Varies This technical assistance provides individual support to a range of potential entities and individuals with activities related to conservation. NRCS offers this assistance at no cost to the producers we serve.	Not published	Varies
Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program American Water Works Company, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The AW Environmental Grant Program, backed by American Water Works Company, Inc., aims to support community-driven projects focused on water conservation and the protection of vital water resources.	Not published	Varies
OR Forest Legacy Program Grant Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) · Foundation Not published · Up to $20M The OR Forest Legacy Program, managed by the Oregon Department of Forestry, aims to protect privately-owned forestlands from conversion to non-forest uses due to development pressures.	Not published	Up to $20M
Proposition 1 and 68 - (Regionwide and LLAR) Very Small Grants Program (CA) California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Proposition 1 and 68 Very Small Grants Program in California offers funding of less than $50,000 to support disadvantaged communities.	Not published	Up to $50K
Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust Grant Program Harold J Miossi Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust Grant Program aims to enhance the quality of life for residents of San Luis Obispo, California, focusing on key areas such as animal welfare, education, environmental protection, support for the…	Not published	Varies
Volunteer Group Grant Program San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide grants to volunteer groups that look after one or more San Mateo County Parks. Volunteers provide a variety of services including:	Not published	Varies
Flahive Family Foundation Grant Roger & Katherine Flahive Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Flahive Family Foundation Grant focuses on supporting organizations dedicated to enhancing education, health, and conservation.	Not published	Varies
UPS Foundation Grant - Park Steward Program Louisville Olmsted Parks Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Coastal Wetlands Restoration Grants Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · $125K – $1M National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grants The National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grants Program annually provides grants of up to $1 million to coastal and Great Lakes states, as well as U.S. territories to protect, restore and…	Not published	$125K – $1M
Omdahl Conservation Fund Grant Northwest Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Omdahl Conservation Fund, managed by the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, invites applications for environmental projects in the Northwest Minnesota region.	Not published	Up to $25K
Urban and Community Forestry - Inflation Reduction Act Grant Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The Urban and Community Forestry - Inflation Reduction Act Grant aims to enhance urban forest management in Florida, promoting the retention and expansion of community tree canopies.	Not published	$3K – $50K
International Federation of Fly Fishers: Conservation Grants International Federation of Fly Fishers · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The International Federation of Fly Fishers offers Conservation Grants year-round to support clubs and organizations in completing conservation and restoration projects.	Not published	Up to $3K
Regenerate New York Forestry Cost Share Grant Program New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $1M Grant funds will be reserved for priority applicants and projects until March 10, 2026.Applications will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on August 31, 2026, in SFS Grants Management. Grant funds will be awarded on a rolling basis.	Not published	$10K – $1M
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Climb to Tree City USA Package - Hurricane Helene Recovery (HHR) Grant North Carolina Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $2.2M Easily learn more about the N.C. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 01 Mar 2027.	Not published	$2.2M
Duke Energy: North Carolina: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation provides Local Impact Grants to strengthen communities in North Carolina, offering up to $20,000 for various initiatives.	Not published	Up to $20K

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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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