Land and Habitat Protection Grants for Nonprofits

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Chaffee County Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

January 26 - February 27, 2026

The Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF) is dedicated to enriching the lives of people throughout Chaffee County, CO.

For 2026, CCCF is offering a new, consolidated Community Grants…

Spirit Mountain Community Fund

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Application Deadline:

Small Grants
Letters of inquiry: September 3 and December 5, 2025, and March 6, 2026
Applications: August 12 and November 3, 2025, and January 30 and May 1, 2026

Large Grants
Letters of inquiry: October 1, 2025, and January 5 and April 3, 2026
Applications: August 27 and December 1, 2025, and February 27 and May 29, 2026

Tribal Grants
Letters of inquiry: June 2, 2025
Applications: August 18, 2025

Deadlines will be added when a new funding opportunity is announced.
Grant Range: $2500 - $100000

The Spirit Mountain Community Fund, funded by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, provides support for the health, education, and social needs of Oregonians, primarily those in underserved…

Chesapeake Bay Trust

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Application Deadline:

February 27, 2026 at 4PM ET

The mission of the Chesapeake Bay Trust is to promote public awareness and participation in the restoration and protection of the water quality and aquatic and land resources of the Chesapeake Bay…

Institute for Journalism and Natural Resources

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Application Deadline:

February 27, 2026

The mission of the Institute for Journalism and Natural Resources (IJNR) is to promote public dialogue about natural resource issues through programs that inform, empower, and inspire better…

McLeod Lake Mackenzie Community Forest

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Application Deadline:

February 28, 2026 no later than 4:00 PM
Average Grant: $10000 - $25000

McLeod Lake Mackenzie Community Forest (MLMCF) provides support for projects that enhance the McLeod Lake Mackenzie Community Forest tenure area and benefit the communities of McLeod Lake and…

Chapman Charitable Trust

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Application Deadline:

February 28, 2026

The Chapman Charitable Trust is a UK grant-giving charity that supports organizations promoting physical and mental well-being, conserving the natural environment, and increasing access to the…

Robert F. Schumann Foundation

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Application Deadline:

February 28, annually
Grant Range: $1300 - $400000
Average Grant: $42449

The Robert F. Schumann Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life of both humans and animals by supporting environmental, educational, arts and cultural organizations and agencies.…

Valemount Community Forest

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Application Deadline:
  • Community Grant Program: December 1, 2025
  • Donations and Sponsorships: February 28, 2026

Valemount Community Forest is dedicated to managing a healthy, sustainable forest while supporting local employment, education, partnerships, and multi-use planning.

The Community Grant…

Protecting the habitats of wildlife is key to preserving biodiversity and preventing the extinction of vulnerable species. However, habitat destruction is widespread across much of the world. There are many nonprofits that have made it their mission to combat this loss, working tirelessly to preserve vulnerable and essential habitats. 

These nonprofits are only able to do their essential work thanks to the generous funding provided by nonprofit grants. These grants can be used for a wide range of purposes. This could include land acquisitions to preserve habitats, to the restoration of damaged ecosystems, as well as education and advocacy efforts.

There are many different kinds of organizations that provide these kinds of grants. Traditionally, this included federal agencies. There are also many private foundations involved in this space, such as the Open Space Institute. 

When drafting a land and habitat protection grant proposal, it is essential to use relevant data to back up your claims. You need to clearly outline the issue in your selected region, and make a strong case that your nonprofit can make a difference. This should include details of the specific habitat threats - such as statistics on development, erosion and deforestation. Good places to start collecting this sort of data could include the EPA’s Environmental Dataset Gateway, or the IUCN’s Red List. 

If you need further information on drafting grant proposals, make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the topic. You can also start browsing a comprehensive selection of land and habitat protection grants right here, all open for applications.