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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Berkshire Environmental Endowment Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Berkshire Environmental Endowment Fund Grant, established by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations and public agencies in Berkshire County to enhance water quality and address related land issues.	Not published	Varies
American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America (ABFHA) Community Grants American Beverage Association · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K Since its inception in 2011, ABFHA has provided grants to organizations and programs that work to advance both the physical health of citizens and the environmental health of communities.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Van Huyck Chockley Family Foundation - Project Grants Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Van Huyck Chockley Family Foundation offers Project Grants for environmental conservation and historic preservation projects in Loudoun County, VA. Grants typically do not exceed $5,000, though exceptions may occur.	Not published	Up to $5K
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Climb to Managing Community 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. Under the Climb to Managing Community Package, a grant will be funded by one of the three funding programs.	Not published	$2.2M
Tahoe Fund Grant Tahoe Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $1M The Tahoe Fund Grant prioritizes forest health restoration in the Tahoe Basin, addressing wildfire threats through innovative projects. It invites public agencies and nonprofits to submit funding proposals ranging from $5,000 to $1,000,000.	Not published	$5K – $1M
Riverscape Restoration Initiative Grant The Biophilia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Biophilia Foundation is dedicated to advancing biodiversity conservation on private lands by fostering systemic change through people, their communities, and direct action.	Not published	Up to $100K
Tree Gene Conservation Partnership Grants American Public Gardens Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Plant Collections Network awards funding through the Association's Tree Gene Conservation Partnership with the US Forest Service for scouting and collecting trips that target threatened tree species in the wild.	Not published	Varies
Zoos, Botanical Gardens and Aquaria Operational Support Grant Program New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Zoos, Botanical Gardens, and Aquaria Operational Support Grant Program provides essential funding for local governments and non-profits to maintain and operate natural specimen collections.	Not published	Up to $15K
Illinois Community Canopy: Tree Planting Grant Trees Forever · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Illinois Community Canopy Grant, offered by Trees Forever, supports disadvantaged communities in enhancing their tree canopy through tree planting projects.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Joseph and Joan Cullman Conservation Grants Northern New York Audubon · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Joseph and Joan Cullman Conservation Grants, supported by the Northern New York Audubon, focus on funding projects that promote the conservation and enjoyment of birds in Northern New York.	Not published	Up to $3K
Wildlife Emergency Fund Grant East Coast Zoological Society of Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Wildlife Emergency Fund (WEF) provides urgent financial assistance to conservation organizations tackling immediate threats to wildlife.	Not published	Up to $3K
Meta Alice Keith Bratten Foundation State Parks Competitive Grants Parks and Wildlife Foundation of Texas · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K	Not published	$1K – $5K
Woods Hole Sea Grant Biennial Request for Proposals Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Sea Grant is inviting proposals for innovative two-year research projects aimed at addressing coastal issues in Massachusetts.	Not published	Up to $250K
Robert H. MacArthur Award for Meritorious Contributions by a Mid-Career Ecologist Ecological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $700 – $5K Given to an established ecologist in mid-career for meritorious contributions to ecology, in the expectation of continued outstanding ecological research.	Not published	$700 – $5K
CSSA Conservation Grants Cactus and Succulent Society of America · Foundation Not published · Varies The Conservation Committee reviews and awards grants to conservation projects related to xerophytic plants and their habitats, including:	Not published	Varies
Moonlight Community Foundation Grants Moonlight Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Moonlight Community Foundation (MCF) is dedicated to enhancing youth education, conservation, and addressing under-served needs in the Big Sky Community.	Not published	Varies
Shark Conservation Fund Small Grant Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Shark Conservation Fund (SCF) offers small grants of up to $25,000 to advance shark and ray conservation efforts.	Not published	Up to $25K
Transportation – Municipal Roads Grants-in-Aid Program   Vermont Agency of Transportation · State Not published · $450K – $3.3M Supports the use of erosion control and maintenance techniques that save money while ensuring best management practices are completed in accordance with the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation’s Municipal Roads General Permit…	Not published	$450K – $3.3M
Earthwatch Research Funding Program Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Rolling · $20K – $80K Earthwatch supports research projects that produce rigorous, relevant, and impactful science, address global change, and actively involve citizen-scientist participants.	Rolling	$20K – $80K
Earthwatch Biodiversity Conservation Grant Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We are hopeful that we can relaunch our RFP process later in 2025 for new projects to begin in 2027.	Not published	Varies
Henry A. Jordan, M.D., Preservation Excellence Fund - Mid-Atlantic States Grant National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Henry A. Jordan, M.D., Preservation Excellence Fund supports innovative projects in the Mid-Atlantic region, offering up to $7,500 to organizations committed to protecting cultural and natural resources.	Not published	Up to $8K
Park Partner Projects California State Parks Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Leveraging the power of strategic partnerships, the California State Parks Foundation finds, funds and supports organizations to expand access, improve equity and maintain park excellence.	Not published	Varies
Developing Markets for CLC Crops Grant Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Developing Markets for CLC Crops Grant aims to support organizations in Minnesota in creating supply chains and markets for continuous living cover crops and cropping systems.	Not published	$10K – $100K
World Land Trust Grant World Land Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The World Land Trust Grant focuses on supporting projects that protect biodiversity and ecosystems, primarily in the Global South. The grant prioritizes sustainable conservation activities such as land acquisition and habitat restoration.	Not published	Varies

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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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