Grants for Land Conservation

Last updated October 3, 2026

There are currently 362 open grants for land conservation in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 148 list an award amount, with a median of $75K.

Open grants: 362; 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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Land and Water Conservation Fund Department of Conservation and Recreation · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
California Forest Improvement Program Grant California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The California Forest Improvement Program (CFIP) promotes sustainable management of forest lands through financial assistance for various activities like forest management planning and habitat improvement.	Not published	Up to $50K
Lowcountry Land Conservation Grant Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Lowcountry Land Conservation Grant, offered by the Gaylord & Dorothy Donnelley Foundation, focuses on enhancing land conservation efforts in the Lowcountry region through a climate resiliency, diversity, equity, and inclusion lens.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Quetico Superior Foundation Grant Quetico Superior Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Quetico Superior Foundation Grant supports the preservation of Minnesota’s Border Lakes Canoe Country and Ontario’s Quetico Provincial Park. It funds diverse projects ranging from land preservation to youth programs.	Not published	Varies
Appalachian Landscapes Project Catalyst Grant Open Space Institute Land Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Appalachian Landscapes Project Catalyst Grant supports climate-informed planning for land protection and stewardship in the Appalachian region.	Not published	Up to $20K
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Member Collective Grants The Conservation Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies Limited detailed information provided in the website content. This grant program is referenced as part of The Conservation Alliance's portfolio of funding opportunities.	Not published	Varies
North Carolina Land and Water Fund: Regular Grant Cycle North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources · Foundation Not published · $25K – $5M The North Carolina Land and Water Fund provides grants to support local governments, state agencies, and conservation non-profits in addressing water pollution issues.	Not published	$25K – $5M
New York State Conservation Partnership Grant Program Land Trust Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The New York State Conservation Partnership Grant Program, managed by the Land Trust Alliance and the Department of Environmental Conservation, supports land trusts through competitive grants.	Not published	Up to $100K
L-A-D Foundation Grant Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The L-A-D Foundation Grant Program, established in 1962, is dedicated to conserving the natural and cultural resources of the Missouri Ozarks.	Not published	Up to $10K
Georgia Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Georgia Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $25K – $500K The Georgia Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant supports local governments in acquiring lands and developing outdoor recreation facilities.	Not published	$25K – $500K
CHRF: Seed Grants Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The CHRF: Seed Grants program supports organizations in British Columbia focused on caribou habitat restoration.	Not published	Up to $10K
Transaction Assistance Grant (TAG) Program Connecticut Land Conservation Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Transaction Assistance Grant (TAG) Program, offered by the Connecticut Land Conservation Council, aims to enhance land conservation efforts by providing financial support for transaction-related costs.	Not published	Up to $20K
Feasibility Awards Grant Rainforest Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Rainforest Trust offers Feasibility Awards to evaluate the potential for establishing or expanding protected areas.	Not published	Up to $20K
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program (IL) Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.7M The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program in Illinois provides essential funding for outdoor recreation projects. It offers grants covering up to 50% of eligible expenses, with awards reaching up to $1,725,000.	Not published	Up to $1.7M
Thornton S., Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation Grant Thornton S Jr and Katrina D · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Thornton S. Glide, Jr. and Katrina D. Glide Foundation provides grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in California that focus on animal protection, land conservancy, agriculture, and civic endeavors.	Not published	Up to $50K
Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship Grant Program Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship Grant Program supports Conservation Land Trusts in enhancing stewardship on dedicated Nature Preserves and Land and Water Reserves.	Not published	Up to $100K
Housing and Land Conservation Feasibility Funds State Not published · $1M – $5M Supports pre-development costs and feasibility analysis for housing and conservation projects.	Not published	$1M – $5M
Climate Resilience Grants Program Conservation Trust for North Carolina · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K Grants to identify and protect lands resilient to climate change	Not published	Up to $30K
C3F: Environment and Land Use Grants Charlevoix County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charlevoix County Community Foundation offers the Environment and Land Use Grants to support nonprofit projects that promote environmental education, protection, and sustainability within the Lake Charlevoix Watershed.	Not published	Varies
Lynches River Conservation Grant Central Carolina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lynches River Conservation Grant supports land acquisition and conservation projects aimed at enhancing water quality and ecological integrity in the Lynches River watershed of South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Florida's Future Forests Program Grant (FL) Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $118K The Florida's Future Forests Program Grant supports landowners in establishing and maintaining healthy forests in Florida.	Not published	Up to $118K
Section 6 Competitive ("Nontraditional") Grants Parks and Wildlife Foundation of Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Section 6 Competitive (Nontraditional) Grants program, administered by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, supports habitat conservation through three grant types: Planning Assistance, Land Acquisition under Habitat Conservation…	Not published	Varies
Tree Campus Higher Education Program: Hawaii Grant National Arbor Day Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tree Campus Higher Education Program, initiated by the National Arbor Day Foundation, promotes sustainability and environmental stewardship in colleges across Hawaii.	Not published	Varies

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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 362 open grants for land conservation Grantable lists as of October 3, 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 open listings, the most active 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 open grant in this category.

When are grants for land conservation due?

Of 362 open grants, 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 318 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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