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 federal, 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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Proposition 68 Grants for Lower Los Angeles River (LLAR) San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · $1M – $200M Priorities for RMC Prop 68 Grant Funding: 1. Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects 2.	Not published	$1M – $200M
Lower American River Conservancy Program Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The Program was created to provide a state partner to work cooperatively with local agencies, particularly the County of Sacramento in its role as the manager of the American River Parkway (Parkway) and nonprofit organizations to help fund…	Not published	Varies
Parks and Open Space Florida Forever Grant Program Florida Department of Environmental Protection · Foundation Not published · Varies The Parks and Open Space Florida Forever Grant Program, managed by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, aims to preserve green spaces by funding local governments and eligible nonprofits for park and open space acquisitions.	Not published	Varies
Nonpoint Source Management Grants (Section 319): Small Project Assistance Grants Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Nonpoint Source Management Grants (Section 319) provide vital funding for small projects aimed at combating runoff pollution, a significant contributor to water quality degradation.	Not published	Up to $15K
Hathaway Family Foundation Grant Hathaway Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hathaway Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the lives of individuals in need within Greenville, South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
BDS: Research Grants- Corbet Moore Award British Dragonfly Society · Foundation Not published · Up to £250 The British Dragonfly Society (BDS) offers the Corbet Moore Award to support research on dragonfly biology and ecology.	Not published	Up to £250
Gene & Joan Witiak Fund Grant Lehigh Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Area-of-Interest Funds- Lehigh Valley Community Foundation An area-of-interest fund supports programs & initiatives that tackle issues of your choosing, such as the environment, camperships, or no-kill animal shelters.	Not published	Varies
Delaware River Grant Program National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies He Delaware River Program is dedicated to restoring the fish and wildlife habitats and water quality of the Delaware River and its tributaries.	Not published	Varies
FL AmeriCorps Competitive Grant Volunteer Florida Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FL AmeriCorps Competitive Grant provides opportunities for approximately 200,000 Americans to engage in vital community service across Florida.	Not published	Varies
Environmental Fund Warren County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports local projects that promote conservation and sustainable practices through education, community engagement, and grants.	Not published	Varies
Oregon Sea Grant Biennial Research Competition Oregon Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · $125K The Oregon Sea Grant Biennial Research Competition aims to address critical issues faced by Oregon’s coastal communities through research.	Not published	$125K
Riparian Buffer Block Grant Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Riparian Buffer Block Grant, offered by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, supports organizations in establishing native riparian woody buffers.	Not published	Varies
New Jersey Highlands Coalition: Small Grants - Emergency Funding New Jersey Highlands Coalition · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The New Jersey Highlands Coalition offers emergency funding grants up to $5,000 for grassroots organizations working to protect the region's vital natural and cultural resources.	Not published	Up to $5K
Wyoming Nonpoint Source Program: Section 319 Grant Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality · Foundation Not published · $10K – $300K The Wyoming Nonpoint Source Program, part of the WDEQ's Watershed Protection Program, aims to preserve and restore water quality through voluntary pollution reduction projects.	Not published	$10K – $300K
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) Traditional AmeriCorps (the federal agency for national service and volunteerism) · Federal Not published · Varies Provides a team of 8-12 AmeriCorps NCCC members to meet critical community needs in the areas of natural and other disasters, infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conservation, energy conservation, and urban and rural…	Not published	Varies
Research and Outreach Grants Related to Invasive Plant Management in Florida Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission · Foundation Not published · $20K – $40K The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission provides annual funding through the Invasive Plant Management Section to support research and outreach projects aimed at managing invasive plant species.	Not published	$20K – $40K
Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund Atlanta Fulton County Zoo Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Zoo Atlanta's endowment fund that annually awards grants to field conservation projects that amplify the Zoo's global conservation impact. Projects are proposed by Zoo team members and selected by a review committee.	Not published	Varies
Coastal Fund (CF) Grant - Minor Funding Uc Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Coastal Fund (CF) Grant provides vital funding to support projects that preserve and enhance coastal ecosystems at the University of California, Santa Barbara.	Not published	Up to $1K
Wisconsin Ready for Reuse Program Hazardous Substance Loans & Grants Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Wisconsin Ready for Reuse Program offers loans and grants to support the cleanup of brownfield properties.	Not published	Up to $200K
Western Balkans Program Grant Rockefeller Brothers Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Western Balkans Program, supported by The Rockefeller Brothers Fund, aims to advance democracy and peace in a region undergoing transformation.	Not published	Varies
EEP Africa Call for Proposals Grant The Energy and Environment Partnership Trust Fund (EEP Africa) · Foundation Not published · €200,000 - €500,000 The EEP Africa Call for Proposals invites innovative early-stage clean energy projects in Southern and Eastern Africa.	Not published	€200,000 - €500,000
Accelerator Grants Program The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Miami Foundation developed the Accelerator Grants program to recognize individuals, groups and nonprofits showing strong momentum around solutions addressing key issue areas and demonstrating the ability to achieve more.	Not published	Varies
Wright Foundation for Sustainability and Innovation: Tree Canopy Improvement Grant Wright Service Corp Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies There are two categories of the WFSI grant program: Tree Canopy Improvement Grant and John Harsch Regenerative Agriculture Grant. Applicants must first submit a letter of intent (LOI).	Not published	Varies
Alliant Energy’s Community Tree Planting Program Grant Trees Forever · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Alliant Energy’s Community Tree Planting Program, part of the One Million Trees Initiative, is a recognized program aimed at enhancing community and environmental health.	Not published	Up to $5K

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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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