Biodiversity and Nature grants — page 26
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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 Samdhana Institute, Salientes Foundation, Insolite Bâtisseur Philippe Romero Foundation, 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, AFRICA, INDIAN-OCEAN, GLOBAL-SOUTH, 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.
Direct Grants Mechanism (DGM) - Indonesia
••••• Institute
This World Bank-funded grant provides direct financial support to Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities in Indonesia for forest conservation and management activities. The program aims to advance climate mitigation and biodiversity protection through community-led forest stewardship.
Environmental Conservation Grants
••••• Foundation
This grant from the funder supports environmental conservation projects focused on species protection, reforestation, biodiversity enhancement, and habitat preservation. It is open to organizations working on nature protection and ecosystem restoration globally.
Reforestation: Programme focused on environmental preservation through reforestation initiatives
••••• Foundation
This grant funds reforestation and forest restoration projects aimed at combating climate change and preserving the environment. It supports organizations working on afforestation, forest management, and climate mitigation through nature-based solutions.
Biodiversity conservation grants for ecosystem protection and landscape restoration
••••• Foundation
This grant supports conservation initiatives that protect critical ecosystems, restore degraded landscapes, and develop sustainable solutions benefiting both nature and people. It is open to organizations working on biodiversity protection and ecosystem restoration.
Sierra a Mar
••••• Foundation
Sierra a Mar is a grant programme from the funder focused on environmental sustainability, climate change mitigation, and biodiversity conservation. The grant supports projects and organizations working across environmental and climate sectors, though specific eligibility criteria and funding mechanisms are not detailed in the available description.
Capacity Development Programme (Enhancing Capacity for Ocean Governance)
••••• Association
This grant funds capacity-building and institutional strengthening for ocean governance across the Western Indian Ocean region, targeting marine scientists, managers, and coastal communities. It supports skills development and governance infrastructure to advance sustainable ocean management and blue economy outcomes.
Science and Policy
••••• Association
This grant funds science-based policy interventions and evidence-driven action to advance ocean governance, fisheries management, and marine sustainability in the Western Indian Ocean region. It targets researchers, policymakers, and organizations working to translate marine science into effective policy and governance outcomes.
Conservation: Investments in conservation initiatives aimed at reducing environmental degradation
••••• Foundation
This grant funds conservation initiatives that reduce environmental degradation, with a focus on biodiversity protection and nature-based solutions. Eligible applicants can access funding from a portfolio with approximately $8M in cumulative disbursements.
Climate Solutions
••••• Foundation
The funder funds climate-focused solutions that address environmental degradation in developing countries. Eligible applicants can seek support for climate mitigation and adaptation interventions in the Global South.
Project Pangolin
••••• Trust
Project Pangolin funds habitat conservation and anti-trafficking efforts to protect pangolins, one of the world's most trafficked mammals, through partnerships with local organisations. The grant supports biodiversity protection and land conservation in pangolin range states.
Carbon Balanced
••••• Trust
Carbon Balanced is a carbon offsetting programme that allows individuals and organisations to neutralise their emissions by funding land protection and restoration projects. The programme is open to any entity seeking to offset carbon through nature-based solutions.
Keepers of the Wild
••••• Trust
This grant funds the operational costs of rangers and local staff who protect nature reserves managed by the funder's partner organisations globally. It supports on-the-ground biodiversity conservation and habitat protection through direct staffing and management of protected areas.
Plant a Tree
••••• Trust
This is a reforestation programme that funds tree-planting projects to restore damaged ecosystems and bring forest habitats back to life. It supports organizations working on ecosystem restoration through afforestation and reforestation activities.
Buy an Acre
••••• Trust
Buy an Acre is a donor-driven programme that enables individuals and organizations to contribute to habitat conservation by purchasing threatened land acre by acre. The programme directly addresses biodiversity loss and wildlife protection through land acquisition and conservation.
Action Fund
••••• Trust
The funder's Action Fund is a flexible, rapid-response grant mechanism that pools donations to fund urgent land protection and conservation opportunities as they emerge. The fund supports nonprofits and conservation organizations working on biodiversity protection and habitat preservation globally.
UK Regional Airport Community Greener Future Fund
••••• Foundation
This fund supports environmental and sustainability projects in Bedfordshire, North Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas, with grants up to $12,500 provided by London Luton Airport through the funder. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, community groups, and local organizations working on climate and environmental initiatives.
Greening our Communities
••••• Foundation
A mission-driven grant programme from the funder supporting environmental and green initiatives that benefit Norfolk communities. Eligible projects advance sustainability, conservation, and climate action at the local level.
Environment and Public Space
••••• Foundation
This grant supports the protection and improvement of natural areas and community spaces across the Philadelphia region. It funds organizations working on environmental conservation and public space enhancement.
Forests & Land Use
••••• Foundation
The funder funds projects that protect and restore forests and promote sustainable land use practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and sequester carbon. The grant targets organizations working on forest conservation, reforestation, and land-use change mitigation globally.
Adaptation & Resilience
••••• Foundation
The funder funds projects that help communities and ecosystems adapt to climate change impacts and build long-term resilience. The grant supports adaptation infrastructure, ecosystem protection, and resilience-building across sectors and geographies.
Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF)
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The Global Biodiversity Framework Fund supports countries implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework through grants for biodiversity management, policy, governance, and resource mobilization including blended finance. At least 20% of funding targets Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
Nagoya Protocol Implementation Fund (NPIF)
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This grant supports countries that are signatories or prospective signatories to the Nagoya Protocol to accelerate ratification and implementation of access and benefit-sharing rules for genetic resources. It encourages private sector engagement and technology transfer in biodiversity and genetic resource management.
Thriving in Nature Fund
••••• Foundation
A collective giving fund managed by the funder that supports nature and environmental projects in Oxfordshire. The fund pools donations from multiple donors to award grants to organizations advancing conservation, biodiversity, and environmental stewardship in the region.
Medworth Community Fund
••••• Foundation
Grants of £5,000–£50,000 to fund projects that promote natural environment protection and health/wellbeing improvements. Eligible projects must benefit communities within 5km of the Medworth Energy from Waste facility in Wisbech, UK.
Herts Green Impact Fund
••••• Foundation
This grant provides up to £1,000 combined with hands-on training to local VCSE (voluntary, community, social enterprise) organisations to implement sustainability and green improvements. It supports both short and long-term environmental initiatives within Hertfordshire.
Wildlife and Habitat Protection
••••• Foundation
This grant funds solutions-focused conservation work to protect elephants, rhinos, and other wildlife from poaching and habitat loss. It targets nonprofits, research institutions, and conservation organizations working on wildlife protection and habitat preservation, primarily in the MENA region.
Marine Animal Rescue and Protection
••••• Foundation
This grant funds rescue and protection of marine animals through partnerships with established organizations like IFAW, operating in the MENA region. It supports direct conservation intervention and animal welfare work in marine ecosystems.
Regional Biodiversity Initiative
••••• Foundation
The Andes-Amazon Initiative funds conservation and effective management of the Amazon biome and freshwater ecosystems across eight countries and one territory, with a goal to protect 70% of forest cover by 2031. It supports indigenous lands, protected areas, land-use policies, and cross-border partnerships to advance biodiversity and climate outcomes.
Sustainable Development
••••• Foundation
This grant funds water supply, sanitation infrastructure, watershed conservation, and applied research to deliver safe water and improved sanitation to underserved communities in FEMSA's operating regions. Eligible applicants are organizations working on water access and environmental conservation in Latin America.
Innature Lab: Programme focused on nature-based solutions and innovation for environmental impact
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Innature Lab funds nature-based solutions and innovation projects that deliver environmental impact, with a focus on Latin American organizations and initiatives. The programme supports organizations developing and scaling nature-based approaches to environmental challenges.
Catalytic Green Fund
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Catalytic green fund providing investment capital for environmental and climate-related projects across Latin America. Supports organizations and enterprises advancing renewable energy, conservation, sustainable agriculture, and other climate mitigation and adaptation solutions in the region.
Fellowship Pan-Amazonia
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A fellowship programme supporting leaders and initiatives addressing social and environmental challenges in the Pan-Amazon region. Eligible applicants work on conservation and environmental protection across the Amazon basin.
Solutions and Impact
••••• Foundation
This grant funds projects inspired by nature that deliver environmental, social, and economic benefits, supporting nature-based solutions and sustainable initiatives. It is open to organizations and projects that broaden societal participation in sustainability and conservation.
Natural Areas: Supports the implementation and creation of new Conservation Units (UCs) to protect ecosystems and…
••••• Foundation
This grant funds the implementation and creation of new Conservation Units to protect ecosystems, species, and mitigate climate change impacts. It is designed for organizations working on biodiversity conservation and protected-area establishment, primarily in Brazil.
Water and water security
••••• Foundation
This grant funds water security initiatives through environmental conservation, watershed protection, and support for regenerative economic models. It targets organizations working on water source protection, river restoration, and spring conservation.
Ocean and Coastal Resilience
••••• Foundation
This grant funds ocean conservation and coastal-marine ecosystem protection and restoration, with emphasis on building societal engagement and generating knowledge to enhance resilience against climate impacts. Eligible applicants likely include nonprofits, research institutions, and community organizations working on marine biodiversity, coastal defense, and climate adaptation in coastal zones.
Climate and Adaptation
••••• Foundation
This grant funds climate adaptation and mitigation projects that leverage nature-based solutions to help communities adapt to and reduce the impacts of extreme climate events. It targets organizations working on environmental resilience and climate-driven interventions in Brazil and potentially Latin America.
Special Call: Coastal Resilience in the English-speaking Caribbean
••••• Foundation
This grant funds community-led organizations in the English-speaking Caribbean to implement coastal resilience and disaster recovery projects, with awards up to $400,000. It targets grassroots groups working on climate adaptation and natural resource management in vulnerable coastal regions.
Women's Environmental Action
••••• Fund
This grant supports women-led grassroots environmental initiatives, recognizing women as critical environmental stewards and leaders. It funds community-based environmental action projects led by women globally.
Right to Land, Water, and Resources
••••• Fund
This grant funds community-led initiatives defending land, water, and natural resource rights against encroachment and exploitation. It targets grassroots organizations and communities working on environmental justice and resource protection.
Local Livelihoods
••••• Fund
This grant supports grassroots organizations and community-led initiatives that protect natural resources and strengthen livelihoods of resource-dependent communities. It targets environmental conservation and sustainable livelihood projects at the local level.
Healthy Ecosystems and Communities
••••• Fund
This grant funds local, community-led initiatives that protect ecosystems and advance biodiversity conservation while improving human health outcomes. It targets grassroots organizations working at the intersection of environmental protection and community wellbeing.
Environment + Climate
••••• Foundation
The funder funds collaborative initiatives addressing environmental and climate challenges at global scale. The grant supports organizations working to accelerate solutions to meet the pace and urgency of climate and environmental crises.
Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund (GEBF)
••••• Foundation
The Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund supports fish, wildlife, and habitat restoration projects in the Gulf of Mexico region through NFWF's stewardship programme. Eligible applicants can seek funding for conservation and ecological restoration work that benefits marine and coastal ecosystems.
Columbia Basin Water Transactions Program
••••• Foundation
This grant funds water transactions and associated legal support in the Columbia Basin to restore fish and wildlife habitat and ecosystem health. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, tribes, and other organizations working on water conservation and environmental restoration in the region.
Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program
••••• Foundation
This grant funds habitat stewardship and conservation projects in the Central Appalachian region, supporting wildlife and ecosystem protection work. Eligible organizations can submit full proposals by July 16, 2026.
Major Foundation Leaders in Conservation Science
••••• Foundation
This grant recognizes and supports emerging or established leaders in conservation science, funding individuals or teams advancing the field. It is open to conservation scientists at various career stages seeking institutional or project support.
Conservation Law & Policy
••••• Foundation
This grant funds organizations developing legal and policy strategies to advance conservation and protect natural ecosystems through sustainable approaches. It targets nonprofits, research institutions, and advocacy groups working at the intersection of environmental law and conservation policy.