Natural Resources Grants for Nonprofits

Natural resources are the foundation of both natural ecosystems, and human civilization itself. They encompass all parts of the natural world - forests, lakes, rivers, oceans, soil, the minerals within the earth, and the plants and animals that live in all these places. All our food, air, water and building materials come from nature. And nature has an intangible, but essential cultural and recreational value as well. And yet unsustainable use, climate change and pollution all threaten these natural resources. And this trend is not showing signs of reversing. 

Many nonprofits have made it their mission to focus on the preservation of these valuable natural resources. These nonprofits can only focus on this mission, of course, thanks to the generous donations provided by natural resources grants. These grants can be used for a wide range of initiatives, including the conservation, restoration and protection of essential ecosystems and regions. 

There are many different organizations that provide these kinds of grants. This includes many private foundations, such as the Conservation Alliance. 

When drafting a natural resource grant proposal, it's essential to use data to back up your claims. You need to demonstrate a clear understanding of the challenges your nonprofit is looking to address. Your statistics should focus on the particular consumption of natural resources within your region of choice, and the importance of those natural resources to community economies and health. Good places to start looking for this data could include the Environmental Protection Agency or Global Forest Watch.

If you need more information on drafting grant proposals, then make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the topic. You can also browse a wide selection of natural resources grants right here, all open for applications.