Grants for Environmental Conservation

Last updated October 21, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,930 active grants for environmental conservation in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 32 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 920 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 1,930; from 1,035 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $5,000–$125K
Total listed funding: $388.5M; across 920 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 31; 72 with a published date

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Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau · State Not published · $2K – $10K The Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program, previously known as the RI America the Beautiful Grant Program, supports projects enhancing urban and community forest management.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant: Nature & Animals Albert & Bessie Mae Kronkosky Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant focuses on supporting initiatives that enhance community vibrancy through arts, culture, and conservation.	Not published	Varies
N.C. Forest Service - Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program: Climb to Tree City USA Package - Consolidated Program Grant (CPG) North Carolina Forest Service · Foundation Not published · $50K The North Carolina Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry Financial Assistance Program aims to empower municipalities in achieving sustainable urban and community forestry management.	Not published	$50K
Sacramento Audubon Conservation Grants Sacramento Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Sacramento Audubon Society offers Conservation Grants aimed at supporting community-based projects that protect and restore habitats and wildlife.	Not published	Up to $2K
Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies The Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program was created by AB109, which amended the Budget Act of 2017 to provide local assistance through the Wildlife Conservation Board for conservation projects focusing on resilience to projected…	Not published	Varies
Turtle Conservation Fund Grant Chelonian Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Turtle Conservation Fund (TCF) supports critical research and conservation projects for endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles.	Not published	Up to $5K
Community Foundation of Randolph County Grants Community Foundation of Randolph County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Randolph County provides grants to enhance the capacity of local non-profit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Billion Baby Turtles Grant Program See Turtles · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Supports sea turtle conservation organizations that work to protect sea turtle hatchlings around the world.	Not published	Up to $10K
Coachella Valley Open Space Acquisition Program Grant California Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · Varies The Coachella Valley Open Space Acquisition Program aims to protect wildlife and cultural resources while enhancing recreational and educational opportunities.	Not published	Varies
WDA Small Grants Wildlife Disease Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The WDA Small Grants program supports projects that advance the mission of the Wildlife Disease Association (WDA), which focuses on promoting healthy wildlife, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable solutions to One Health challenges.	Not published	Up to $5K
Partnership Planting Program Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies Partners with local governments, community organizations and garden clubs to beautify highways and improve the environment.	Not published	Varies
Request for Proposals - Environmental Review Services for Blue Buffers Program Grant Enterprise Community Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of people without one.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Mountain Club Foundation Fellowship Grant Colorado Mountain Club Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Colorado Mountain Club Foundation was established in 1973 by members of the Colorado Mountain Club and outdoor enthusiasts who were committed to seeing that the mission of the Club and other like-minded organizations would be…	Not published	$500 – $2K
Vinton County Community Fund Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Vinton County Community Fund Grant, managed by the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, aims to support various community initiatives in Vinton County.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund RFP Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $75K – $1.5M The Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund, initiated in 2018, aims to enhance ecosystems in the Delaware River watershed through grants supporting habitat restoration and water quality improvement.	Not published	$75K – $1.5M
Undergraduate and Graduate Student Training Fellowship Grant Torrey Botanical Society · Foundation Not published · $1K The Undergraduate and Graduate Student Training Fellowship, offered by the Torrey Botanical Society, provides $1,000 annually to support students in plant science.	Not published	$1K
The Global Commons Alliance: Accountability Accelerator Grant Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Global Commons Alliance’s Accountability Accelerator The Global Commons Alliance’s Accountability Accelerator (GCAAA) is a global collaborative of philanthropists and practitioners focused on creating a comprehensive accountability…	Not published	Varies
SLCF Community Grants Program Seeley Lake Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Seeley Lake Community Foundation (SLCF) offers the SLCF Community Grant Programs to support local initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Seeley Lake, MT.	Not published	Up to $3K
VT Recreational Trails Grant Program Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The VT Recreational Trails Grant Program supports the development and restoration of public recreational trails across Vermont.	Not published	Up to $50K
Hampton Roads Community Foundation: Community Grants - Vibrant Places Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hampton Roads Community Foundation offers Vibrant Places grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in South Hampton Roads, Virginia.	Not published	Varies
Arkansas Urban and Community Forestry Grants Dept of Agriculture · State Not published · Varies Fund community projects that develop, improve, and/or promote urban and community trees and forests. Administered by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture and made available through federal grant funds from the U.S. Forest Service.	Not published	Varies
SAF National Awards Program: Technology Transfer Award Grant Society of American Foresters · Foundation Not published · $1K The SAF National Awards Program honors exceptional contributions to forestry through various awards, including the Technology Transfer Award.	Not published	$1K
Long Term Research in Environmental Biology U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Not published · Up to $600K The Long Term Research in Environmental Biology (LTREB) Program supports the generation of extended time series of data to address important questions in evolutionary biology, ecology, and ecosystem science.	Not published	Up to $600K
Alumni Leadership Awards Ecology Project International · Foundation Not published · Varies	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 1,930 grants for environmental conservation Grantable lists as of October 21, 2026, 920 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 (40), 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 1,930 grants listed, 31 accept applications on a rolling basis, 72 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, 56% 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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