Biodiversity and Nature grants — page 22
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Grants for nature restoration, habitat protection and biodiversity-positive business. Typical funders are the Global Environment Facility, EU LIFE and Horizon, national environment ministries, and conservation philanthropy. Listed below are the open biodiversity and nature grant calls in that landscape, taken from each funder's own notice and re-checked on every refresh.
This is the most fragmented funding landscape on the site. Money comes from agriculture and environment ministries, the EU Common Agricultural Policy and Horizon Cluster 6, the World Bank and IFAD, and a large conservation philanthropy sector including the Global Environment Facility and the major nature foundations. Cheque sizes span four orders of magnitude, and eligibility frequently turns on land tenure, on partnership with a local organisation, or on both.
This page lists open biodiversity and nature grants currently tracked by Raise Lens — 1,630 of them right now, sorted with the soonest deadline first. Every listing has been classified against the sustainability taxonomy rather than matched on keywords, so what appears here is biodiversity and nature work rather than anything whose description happens to mention it.
The funders publishing biodiversity and nature grants here include Potomac Conservancy Inc., Openlands, The Conservation Fund A Nonprofit Corporation, among 2 others. Who is funding matters as much as what: eligibility, reporting burden and the realistic timeline to a decision vary far more between funders than between individual calls.
Geographic coverage on this page spans GLOBAL, NORTH-AMERICA, LATAM, AFRICA, SE-ASIA. Eligibility is usually tied to where the work happens or where the applying organisation is registered, and the two are not always the same — worth checking before investing time in an application.
Save Streamside Forests
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This grant funds land conservation projects that protect riverside forests and streamside ecosystems in the Potomac region to maintain forest health and prevent water pollution. It is designed for organizations working on riparian habitat protection and watershed management.
TreePlanters Grant
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This grant provides free young trees to Chicago and south Cook County residents to facilitate community tree planting days, aiming to increase urban shade, beauty, and air quality. It is open to community residents and groups organizing local tree-planting initiatives.
Protecting America's Grasslands
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This grant funds conservation and protection of grassland ecosystems across the United States, which represent a critical yet undervalued habitat covering nearly one-third of the country. Eligible applicants likely include nonprofits, conservation organizations, and research institutions working on grassland preservation, restoration, and biodiversity protection.
Saving the Appalachian Trail Experience
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This grant funds conservation and protection of the Appalachian Trail from development, forest fragmentation, and infrastructure threats. It targets nonprofits and conservation organizations working on land protection and trail stewardship in the Appalachian region.
Protecting America's Farmlands
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This grant funds the conservation and protection of farmland threatened by urban development, particularly in areas surrounding growing cities. It supports nonprofits and land trusts working to preserve agricultural land through acquisition, easements, and stewardship.
Protecting the Arctic's Most Vital Places
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This grant funds protection and conservation of Arctic ecosystems to preserve wildlife habitat, support Indigenous communities, and mitigate climate change. Eligible applicants likely include conservation nonprofits, Indigenous-led organizations, and research institutions working on Arctic land and biodiversity protection.
Protecting Wildlife Habitat
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This grant funds the protection and restoration of critical wildlife habitats and ecosystems to support biodiversity conservation and ecological balance. It is open to organizations working on habitat preservation and nature conservation.
Securing At-Risk Lands
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This grant funds rapid acquisition and conservation of landscapes threatened by development or other pressures. It targets nonprofits and conservation organizations working to protect land through direct purchase and stewardship.
Central Iowa ReLeaf
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This grant funds tree canopy restoration and planting programmes in central Iowa communities, supporting reforestation and urban greening initiatives. It is open to organizations working on forestry and community-based environmental projects in the central Iowa region.
Illinois Community Canopy
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Illinois Community Canopy funds community forestry programmes that build and expand tree canopy coverage in Illinois communities. The grant supports nonprofit organizations, local authorities, and community groups working on urban greening and forest expansion.
Community Forestry
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This grant funds volunteer-led tree planting and maintenance projects that increase age and species diversity in existing community forests. It is open to community groups and local organizations undertaking locally-driven forestry work.
Roadside Improvement
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This grant funds native landscaping, prairie plants, and trees along roadsides and trailsides to manage stormwater, snow, and soil erosion. It is open to organizations working on roadside and trailside ecological restoration and land management.
Water Quality Initiatives
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This grant funds the establishment of streamside buffer zones and land-use practices that reduce soil erosion and pollutant runoff to improve water quality. It targets landowners and communities willing to implement these conservation practices on their properties.
Regional Coastal Alliance Program
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The Gulf Star Program funds co-developed projects across five Gulf states that advance coastal community resilience, habitat protection, water quality, and wildlife conservation. Organizations can apply for grants to implement initiatives addressing healthy beaches, clean waters, productive ecosystems, and thriving coastal communities.
Land Action Fund
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The Land Action Fund supports urgent land conservation and protection actions in New Hampshire, likely providing grants or rapid-response funding for time-sensitive land acquisition and stewardship projects. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, land trusts, and conservation organizations working on forest and habitat protection in the state.
World Wilderness Congress
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The World Wilderness Congress is a convening platform that brings together Indigenous leaders, scientists, and conservationists to advance wilderness protection and environmental policy globally. Eligible participants can engage in this 50+ year-running forum to influence conservation policy and biodiversity protection at scale.
Indigenous Cultural and Climate Programme in Northern Scandinavia
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This grant funds projects that strengthen Sámi indigenous traditional lifeways and cultural practices as a mechanism to protect biodiversity and address climate change in the Sápmi region (northern Scandinavia). It targets indigenous communities and organizations working at the intersection of cultural preservation, ecological conservation, and climate resilience.
Rainforest Lifeways
••••• Foundation
This grant funds projects that integrate Indigenous knowledge systems and life planning as a strategy for protecting and restoring rainforest ecosystems. It targets organizations working at the intersection of Indigenous rights, biodiversity conservation, and forest protection.
Mali Elephant Landscapes
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A collaborative conservation programme that funds sustainable solutions for elephant habitat protection in Mali, recognizing and supporting local leadership in wildlife management. The grant targets organizations and communities working to balance biodiversity conservation with livelihood needs in African elephant landscapes.
CoalitionWILD: Supports over 1,500 youth leaders in more than 120 countries to advance wilderness conservation and environmental advocacy
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CoalitionWILD supports youth leaders across 120+ countries to advance wilderness conservation and environmental advocacy through capacity-building and leadership development. The programme funds emerging conservation practitioners and youth-led initiatives focused on biodiversity protection and nature-based solutions.
More farmers supported to grow their businesses and restore nature
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This grant supports farmers to expand their agricultural businesses while implementing environmental restoration practices through the Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier scheme. It is open to farmers in England seeking to combine productivity growth with nature conservation and land stewardship.
Tree Line USA
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Tree Line USA recognizes and awards utility providers who demonstrate proactive tree protection and management practices in their service communities. The program incentivizes utilities to integrate urban forestry into their operations and community stewardship.
Tree Campus K-12
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This grant funds K-12 schools to plant trees and create greener campus environments, engaging students, teachers, and local communities in urban forestry and environmental stewardship. It supports schools in developing sustainable, climate-resilient outdoor spaces through tree-planting initiatives.
Natural Disaster Recovery
••••• Foundation
This grant funds tree planting and forest recovery initiatives in communities affected by natural disasters, supporting ecological restoration and community resilience. Eligible applicants are organizations working on post-disaster reforestation and urban forestry projects.
Community Tree Distributions
••••• Foundation
This grant provides resources, tools, and financial support to organizations launching or expanding tree distribution programs in their communities. It targets nonprofits, community groups, and local organizations working on urban forestry and community greening initiatives.
Alliance for Community Trees
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This grant funds community-based organizations working on urban tree planting and stewardship programs to advance environmental and community benefits. It targets a network of local organizers engaged in forestry and community development initiatives.
Tree City USA
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Tree City USA recognizes and provides support to municipalities implementing urban tree management and planting programs to build healthier communities. The grant funds local governments and community organizations working to expand urban forest canopy and related environmental benefits across the United States.
Pivotal Places: China
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This grant supports development projects in China that integrate environmental protection with economic growth, targeting policy reform, governance improvements, market-based mechanisms, and institutional capacity-building. It is designed for organizations working on sustainable development and environmental stewardship in the Chinese context.
Outdoor Heritage Fund (LSOHC Call for Funding)
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The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council's annual funding call distributes approximately $160 million in grants for statewide and metro-area outdoor heritage, land, and water conservation projects in Minnesota. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, local authorities, tribes, and other organizations working on habitat protection, water quality, land stewardship, and related conservation outcomes.
Local Government Programs
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The funder funds local government sustainability programs including GreenStep Cities certification, tribal nation partnerships, environmental commissions, and climate/water initiatives. Eligible applicants are local governments and tribal authorities seeking to advance environmental and sustainability goals.
Conservation Youth Program
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Conservation Crew (CREW) is a competitive youth-focused conservation program that funds projects selected through awards and public voting. It supports conservation initiatives across land, water, climate, energy, and waste sectors.
Nature-Based Solutions
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This grant programme funds nature-based solutions such as bioswales and green infrastructure to address climate impacts, particularly stormwater management and urban heat mitigation. It is open to organizations implementing or researching climate adaptation and environmental resilience projects.
National Park Experience
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This grant funds collaborative research and innovation projects with Acadia National Park to identify environmental resources harmed by increased visitation and develop long-term mitigation strategies. It targets organizations working on conservation and sustainable recreation management in partnership with the park.
Regional Habitat Initiative
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This grant funds partnership-based conservation and habitat protection work in Acadia National Park to help native plants and wildlife adapt to climate change, invasive species, and environmental threats. It is open to nonprofits, research institutions, and community organizations working on biodiversity and climate adaptation in the Acadia region.
Community-Based Grassroots Grantmaking
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The funder provides grants to community-based, grassroots projects that protect the planet across environmental and climate sectors. It prioritizes funding communities disproportionately harmed by climate change and environmental degradation.
Fiscal Sponsorship for Environmental Projects
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The funder provides fiscal sponsorship infrastructure to environmentally focused projects, allowing grassroots activists and experts to operate without administrative burden. The fund supports work across energy, water, land-biodiversity, food-agriculture, and environmental-justice sectors.
Volunteerism and Stewardship
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This grant funds volunteer programs across three national parks in Washington, supporting approximately 2,200 volunteers and 70,000 hours of annual service. It is designed for organizations managing or coordinating volunteer stewardship activities in park conservation and community engagement.
Scientific Research Funding
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This grant funds scientific research projects focused on wildlife population surveys and ecological monitoring within three U.S. national parks (Mount Rainier, North Cascades, Olympic). It is designed for researchers and institutions conducting conservation and biodiversity studies in these protected areas.
Stewardship Circle
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A multi-year giving programme by the funder that supports conservation and stewardship projects in the Lake Tahoe region through committed annual donations of at least $2,500 per year over three years. This is a donor engagement vehicle for individuals and organizations seeking to fund environmental stewardship initiatives.
Submit a Project
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The funder provides grants to support environmental improvement projects in the Lake Tahoe region, with a track record of funding over 220 initiatives. Organizations can submit projects across conservation, environment, and outdoor recreation for potential funding support.
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Environmental Venture Trust
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This grant funds projects to prevent and control aquatic invasive species in Lake Tahoe, protecting the lake's ecological integrity and biodiversity. Eligible applicants can pursue conservation interventions targeting AIS management and prevention.
Smartest Forest Fund
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This grant funds innovation in forest management and wildfire resilience projects in the Lake Tahoe region, supporting fire-smart community pilots and forest health initiatives. It targets organizations working on forest conservation and climate adaptation through practical, place-based interventions.
Utah Headwaters Initiative
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This grant funds land conservation and watershed protection across Northern Utah's headwaters, aiming to triple protected acres over five years to safeguard water resources feeding the Great Salt Lake. Eligible applicants likely include nonprofits, land trusts, and conservation organizations working on agricultural land stewardship and environmental resource protection in the Wasatch Back region.
Smith Fellowship Program
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The Smith Fellowship Program is a periodic fellowship for conservation professionals funded by the funder. It supports individuals working on biodiversity and conservation projects through competitive proposal calls.
Tampa Bay Environmental Restoration Fund
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This grant funds environmental restoration projects focused on coastal and habitat restoration in the Tampa Bay area. It is open to organizations working on estuarine ecosystem recovery and protection.
Caring for our Coasts
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RAE's national program provides grants to support local coastal restoration projects across the United States. The fund targets nonprofit organizations, local authorities, and community groups working to restore estuaries and coastal ecosystems.
Great Lakes Restoration Community Grant Program
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This grant funds community-based projects that restore and protect the Great Lakes ecosystem while building resilient local communities. Eligible projects focus on water quality improvement, coastal habitat restoration, and community engagement throughout the Great Lakes region.
Gulf Regional Oyster Network
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This grant funds oyster habitat restoration and coastal protection projects in the Gulf region through partnerships with Gulf-based organizations. It targets nonprofits and community groups working on estuarine restoration and coastal resilience.