How much funding does Save the Redwoods League Research Grant provide?

Save the Redwoods League Research Grant provides US $30,000 - US $50,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Save the Redwoods League Research Grant?

The deadline is October 16, 2026.

How often is Save the Redwoods League Research Grant offered?

Save the Redwoods League Research Grant runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected October 16, 2026.

Save the Redwoods League Research Grant

Save the Redwoods League

Foundation Annual Environmental Conservation Grants Grants for Science Research Grants for Nonprofits

Funding Amount

US $30,000 - US $50,000

Deadline

October 16, 2026

12 days left

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: October 16, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: October

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

We only accept applications from nonprofit organizations (including universities and public agencies) as described in 26 USC Section 170(b) (1) (A) [other than clauses (vii) and (viii)] Past grant recipients must have submitted an annual progress report or final report for all previous League…
We fund research that deepens our understanding of how to protect redwood forests in a changing environment.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Indirect costs

Overview

The Save the Redwoods League Research Grant supports innovative research aimed at protecting redwood forests amidst environmental changes. Proposals that contribute to conservation or restoration science for coast redwood and giant sequoia forests are encouraged, particularly those led by Indigenous communities. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and public agencies. The League prioritizes projects that demonstrate matching funds and has a strict policy against funding indirect costs.

Research Grants Program
Save the Redwoods League funds research that deepens our understanding of how to protect redwood forests in a changing environment. Proposals on all topics that advance conservation or restoration science for either coast redwood or giant sequoia forests are welcome, and we strongly encourage submissions for Indigenous-led projects.

Eligibility

We only accept applications from nonprofit organizations (including universities and public agencies) as described in 26 USC Section 170(b) (1) (A) [other than clauses (vii) and (viii)] Past grant recipients must have submitted an annual progress report or final report for all previous League grants in order to be eligible for funding in the current grant cycle.We fund research that deepens our understanding of how to protect redwood forests in a changing environment.

Ineligibility

The League does not fund indirect costs.

What Save the Redwoods League actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 36
Total given: $3.81M
Median grant: $6,000
Range: $6,000–$2M

By dollars: District of Columbia 52%, California 42%, Colorado 2%. Top recipient cities: Arcata, CA; San Francisco, CA; Oakland, CA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
42% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.