Grants for Land Conservation

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 361 active grants for land conservation in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 8 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 148 list an award amount, with a median of $75K.

Grants tracked: 361; from 222 funders
Median award: $75K; middle half $20K–$500K
Total listed funding: $128.4M; across 148 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 8; 13 with a published date

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Duke Energy: Kentucky: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants of up to $20,000 aimed at supporting vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and justice, equity, and inclusion in Kentucky.	Not published	Up to $20K
Critical Land Acquisition Program (CLAP) — Conservation Allies Conservation Allies · Foundation Rolling · $25K – $50K The Critical Land Acquisition Program (CLAP) funds conservation partners to purchase and permanently protect parcels of critical habitat for Endangered species, worldwide, with a typical grant of $25K–$50K and 100% of grant funds going to…	Rolling	$25K – $50K
The Caribou Habitat Restoration Fund Grants Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caribou Habitat Restoration Fund (CHRF) provides critical funding for projects aimed at restoring high-value caribou habitats in British Columbia.	Not published	Varies
Desert Conservation Program Wildlife Conservation Board · State Not published · Varies As a result of efforts undertaken by individuals and entities with a strong interest in protecting the Mojave and Colorado Deserts, Assembly Bill 1183, now known as the California Desert Conservation Act, was approved by Governor Gavin…	Not published	Varies
Advancing Tribal Conservation Easements Grant First Nations Development Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Advancing Tribal Conservation Easements Grant, offered by First Nations Development Institute, supports tribal acquisitions of conservation easements, which are legal agreements that protect cultural and conservation values.	Not published	Up to $50K
Fields Pond Foundation Grant Fields Pond Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K The Fields Pond Foundation Grant aims to support community-based nature and land conservation initiatives that enhance public access and awareness.	Not published	$500 – $25K
Aslan Foundation Grant The Aslan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Aslan Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations in the greater Knoxville area, focusing on arts, culture, animal welfare, and historic preservation.	Not published	Varies
Mountain Revolving Loan Fund Conservation Trust for North Carolina · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to help NC land trusts cover transaction costs involved with protecting a property	Not published	Varies
NFWF: Northeast Forests and Rivers Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is soliciting proposals for the Northeast Forests and Rivers Fund (NEFRF)(formerly known as the New England Forests and Rivers Fund) to restore and sustain healthy rivers, forests and…	Not published	Varies
NFWF: Hawai'i Conservation Program Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The NFWF: Hawai'i Conservation Program addresses the urgent need to protect Hawaii's unique biodiversity.	Not published	$50K – $200K
Engeseth-Rinde Restoration Fund Northfield Shares · Foundation Not published · Varies The Engeseth-Rinde Restoration Fund at Northfield Shares awards grants for restoration, research, silviculture and related educational activities on the Engeseth-Rinde Unit of the Prairie Creek Wildlife Management Area.	Not published	Varies
NC: Agricultural Conservation Easement Grant Program (ACEP) - Agricultural Land Easement (ALE) Component North Carolina Natural Resource Conservation Service · Foundation Not published · Varies The NC Agricultural Conservation Easement Grant Program (ACEP) supports the purchase of Agricultural Land Easements (ALE) to protect eligible agricultural lands.	Not published	Varies
Land Conservation Partnership Grant: Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Program Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Land Conservation Partnership Grant and Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Program support communities in enhancing outdoor recreation access through matching grants.	Not published	Varies
Roots Program Point Reyes Bird Observatory · Foundation Not published · Varies The Roots Program is implementing and funding a variety of practices to benefit wildlife, fish, and pollinators.	Not published	Varies
Coachella Valley - Proposition 68 Grant Program California Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $3K The Coachella Valley - Proposition 68 Grant Program, administered by the California Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy, provides funding to public agencies, nonprofits, and tribes for projects that enhance watershed health, land…	Not published	$3K
Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council · State Not published · Varies The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council (LSOHC) makes annual recommendations to the Minnesota Legislature on appropriations from the Outdoor Heritage Fund (OHF).	Not published	Varies
CBT: Land Acquisition Grants Columbia Basin Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The CBT Land Acquisition Grants program supports local governments, First Nations, and non-profits in acquiring land and infrastructure for public benefit.	Not published	Up to $750K
Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense (WILD): Implementation Grants National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $75K – $500K The Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense (WILD) Program, managed by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) in collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, invites proposals for grants ranging from…	Not published	$75K – $500K
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Alaska Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the Arbor Day Foundation, empowers colleges and universities to enhance their community forests while achieving national recognition.	Not published	Varies
San Francisco Bay Area: Conservation Grants Gordon E and Betty I Moore Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation offers conservation grants to support projects in the San Francisco Bay Area, focusing on maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services.	Not published	Varies
Habitat Conservation Projects-Washington Wildlife and Recreation Grant Program Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) offers funding for diverse land conservation projects, from urban habitat protection to the preservation of rare plant species.	Not published	Varies
Elson-Slemmer Fund for the Environment Northwest CT Community Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
RI Forest Legacy Program Grant State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - Natural Resources Bureau · State Not published · Varies The RI Forest Legacy Program aims to protect vital forest lands from conversion to non-forest uses through funding for land purchases or conservation easements.	Not published	Varies
Farmland Protection Implementation Grants - Conservation Easement Projects New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The Farmland Protection Implementation Grants - Conservation Easement Projects provide financial assistance for local initiatives aimed at preserving the economic viability of New York's agricultural sector.	Not published	Up to $2M

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About grants for land conservation

Grants for land conservation help protect open space, forests, farmland, and natural areas through acquisition, conservation easements, and stewardship. Federal programs include the U.S. Forest Service's Forest Legacy Program and the USDA NRCS Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), often supported by the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Land trusts, nonprofits, tribes, and government agencies are the most common applicants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for land conservation award?

Of the 361 grants for land conservation Grantable lists as of October 5, 2026, 148 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $75K, and the middle half fall between $20K and $500K. 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 land conservation?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (17), National Arbor Day Foundation (10), California Wildlife Conservation Board (8), Maryland Department of Natural Resources (8), and Open Space Institute Land Trust Inc (7). In all, 222 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for land conservation due?

Of 361 grants listed, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 13 have a published upcoming deadline, 23 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 317 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for land conservation?

Funding supports purchasing land or conservation easements, protecting forests and farmland, and stewarding protected properties. The Forest Legacy Program protects privately owned forest land, and USDA's ACEP helps fund agricultural and grassland easements. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and many private and community foundations also support land protection.

Who funds land conservation and land trusts?

Key federal sources include the U.S. Forest Service (Forest Legacy Program) and USDA/NRCS (ACEP), often drawing on the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Land trusts frequently partner on these projects, and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation plus private foundations provide additional support. The Land Trust Alliance maintains resources tracking federal funding opportunities.

Can a land trust apply for federal conservation funding?

Land trusts play a major role in many federal land conservation projects, helping identify properties, work with landowners, and negotiate easement and acquisition transactions. Some federal programs flow through state agencies, with land trusts as partners, while others fund nonprofits more directly. Reviewing each program's eligibility rules and partnering early with the relevant agency is important.

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