Norm Winn Memorial Conservation Grant

The Norm Winn Memorial Conservation Grant, managed by the Keta Legacy Foundation, supports conservation, preservation, and restoration projects in Alaska, Montana, Oregon, Idaho, and Eastern Washington. This competitive grant encourages non-profit organizations to apply for up to $25,000 to implement innovative environmental initiatives. Applicants must demonstrate project feasibility and significant community impact, while ensuring their proposals align with the Foundation's commitment to supporting diverse conservation efforts.

New in 2024, this competitive grant opportunity is focused on conservation, preservation, and restoration projects proposed by conservation-focused non-profit organizations in the states of Alaska, Montana, Oregon, Idaho plus Eastern Washington State.
His area of focus was the grants the Foundation awarded to conservation organizations throughout the Pacific Northwest.
The Norm Winn Memorial Conservation Grant is a competitive grant for projects that support the environment through conservation, preservation, or restoration.
Grants are awarded on a competitive basis and the amount granted may vary based on the project type and scope. The maximum amount that may be requested is $25,000.

Eligibility

Organization & Project EligibilityProjects must focus on geographic areas in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, and Eastern Washington state.Selected projects of 501(c)(3) organizationsProjects that reflect the purposes outlined for this grantSelection CriteriaWhen judging proposals, the Foundation looks for evidence of the following:Innovation and originalityThe applicant’s ability to conduct and complete the workFeasibility of the projectA realistic and reasonable budgetCommitment from the other agencies you will partner withSignificance to the environment or the community

Ineligibility

We Are Unable to SupportFor-profit organizationsRegular operating expenses (e.g. overhead, ongoing or administrative salaries, or other indirect costs)Projects that include legislative lobbying or support candidates for officeCommercial ventures or feasibility studies that might lead to commercial products or programsFund drivesProjects that could harm the environmentMemberships in organizationsProjects that have no start/end datesProjects that repeat established and/or verified studies