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Many grant programs are on an annual cycle, so even if the due date has passed, you may want to study the rfp to prepare for next year's application.
The website of Senator Jon Tester of Montana provides a comprehensive page of guidance and Internet resources on Federal grants and nonfinancial assistance, as well as on private foundation funding, at http://tester.senate.gov/Resources/grant.cfm. This page has excellent resources for residents of any state.
The August 2007 Tamarisk Coalition Newsletter includes a list of 178 funding opportunities (pdf) for addressing tamarisk issues and riparian restoration.

Federal Government

Grants.gov — find and apply for competitive grant opportunities from all Federal grant-making agencies; subscribe to an e-mail notification service according to selected criteria.

U.S. Department of Agriculture

USDA 2008 list of grants and partnership opportunities avaialable at http://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/toolkit/main.shtml. The list includes opportunities for invasive species research, technical assistance, prevention, and control.

Check the USDA CREES website regularly for funding opportunities. CSREES currently advertises all of its funding opportunities through "Find Grant Opportunities" on the Grants.gov website. This searchable site contains summary information on all Federal funding opportunities with a link to the full announcement. Users can search announcement and date, and can subscribe to an e-mail notification service.

ATTRA —National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service, funded by the US Department of Agriculture, is managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology. It provides information and other technical assistance to farmers, ranchers, Extension agents, educators, and others involved in sustainable agriculture in the United States. Check their list of Funding Opportunities.

USDA Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey (CAPS) is a combined state and federal effort to conduct surveillance, detection, and monitoring of agricultural crop pests and biological control agents. State programs are directed byState Survey Coordinators, who currently are all employees of their State Land Grant University or State Department of Agriculture. Funding for surveys may be offered through state offices. A Google search on "USDA CAPS" and the name of your state should lead you to your State Survey Coordinator, and funding opportunities, if available.

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) offers several financial assistance programs. For more information on these opportunities, contact your state conservationist.

Current USDA RFPs listed by deadline:

Program of Research on the Economics of Invasive Species Management (PREISM) funds extramural research to support the economic basis of decisionmaking concerning invasive species issues, policies, and programs. Proposals due April 25, 2008.

Closed USDA RFPs; expect similar deadline next year:

CREES Integrated Organic Program. Program areas: (1) Organic Transitions Program (ORG); and (2) Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI). ORG funds the development and implementation of research, extension, and higher education programs to improve the competitiveness of organic producers and producers who are adopting organic practices. OREI funds research and extension programs that enhance the ability of producers and processors who have already adopted organic standards to grow and market high quality organic agricultural products. These two funding opportunities are included in the same Request for Applications. Closes January 9, 2008.
CSREES Special Grant: Pest Management Alternatives Program (PMAP) through Western IPM Center. PMAP supports the development and implementation of IPM practices, tactics and systems for specific pest problems while reducing human and environmental risks. The successful management of pest problems in commercial production is facing severe challenges due to regulatory changes, emergence of new pest problems, and the development of pest resistance to present management technologies. The greatest impact on current management technologies is in the production of specialty crops; however, other crops, including grain, forage and fiber as well as animal health are also being impacted by these changes. Deadline February 1, 2008
Integrated Research, Education, and Extension Competitive Grants Program: Integrated Pest Management Methyl Bromide Transitions Program. Supports the discovery and implementation of practical pest management alternatives to methyl bromide uses or minimize methyl bromide emissions for which the US is requesting critical use exemptions. Focus on integrated commercial or field scale research that targets short- to medium-term solutions. Closes February 22, 2008
Integrated Pest Management: Risk Avoidance and Mitigation Program Goal is to enhance the development and implementation of innovative, ecologically based sustainable IPM strategies and system(s) for (a) multi-crop food and fiber production systems; (b) an area-wide or a landscape scale agroecosystem; or (c) a documented pesticide impact on water, human or environmental health. RAMP applications may address major acreage agricultural production systems, high value crops such as key fruit and vegetable systems, or other agroecosystems. The primary emphasis should be on productivity and profitability while addressing critical environmental quality and human health issues. The intent of RAMP is to fund medium-term projects that emphasize systems approaches. Closes Feb. 29, 2008.
CREES Biology of Weedy and Invasive Species in Agroecosystems--Standard and Integrated Research Grants (NRICGP) and Conference Grants. Go to Website, scroll down to FY2008-NRI Competitive Grants Program, find program on Page 4 of pdf file. Applicants must submit a letter of intent by December 6, 2007. Invited proposals must be submitted by March 5, 2008.
FY 2007 - National Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Supports research, extension, and education grants that address key problems in sustaining all components of agriculture (farming, ranching, forestry including urban and agroforestry, aquaculture, rural communities, human nutrition, processing, etc.). In FY 2007, the NRI Program will accept applications for fundamental research, mission-linked research, and integrated research, extension, and education projects. Application due dates vary by program. See the list of due dates at the end of the FY 2007 NRI Request for Applications.
Deadlines vary by program
- Western IPM Center Request for Applications (RFA) for the “Regional IPM Competitive Grants Program.” Deadline December 7, 2007. "Addressing Western IPM Issues" Deadline October 26, 2007. See RFA at http://www.wripmc.org.
- National Research Initiative - Managed Ecosystems. The goals of the Managed Ecosystems program are to protect and enhance the natural resource base and environment through the appropriate use and management of ecological systems; enhance economic opportunities by increasing productivity and ecosystem services; and improve the quality of life in rural America through improved environmental quality. Letter of Intent due Oct. 9, 2007; due date Dec. 19, 2007.
- National Research Initiative - Water and Watersheds. The goals of the Water and Watersheds program are to protect and enhance the natural resource base and environment by improving and maintaining healthy watershed habitat and water supply protection; enhance economic opportunities by reducing economic liability from water contamination; improve the quality of life in rural America through adequate clean water supplies; and protect food safety through clean irrigation and livestock drinking water supplies. Due date January 17, 2008.
- National Research Initiative - Plant Biology (B): Environmental Stress The future of agricultural productivity and sustainability depends on the ability of agricultural and forestry plants to grow and be productive in response to a changing environment. This program supports fundamental research to improve plant tolerance and resistance to environmental stress. Letter of Intent due October 9, 2007; deadline December 19, 2007.
Regional Integrated Pest Management Center Ongoing Special Issues - Western Region Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming and Pacific Territories The Western Integrated Pest Management Center announces the availability of funds and requests proposals to address special issues in the West. Special issues may be requested to bring together a group of people to address emerging issues such as a new pest, water issues, development of proposals for larger grants based on documented stakeholder needs, development of Pest Alerts.The Western IPM Center requests proposals to develop new or update existing Pest Management Strategic Plans in the West. Ongoing Pest Management Strategic Plans See other funding opportunities on the Western IPM website.
Deadline: Ongoing
Western SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education) SARE is a program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture that functions through competitive grants conducted cooperatively by farmers, ranchers, researchers and ag professionals to advance farm and ranch systems that are profitable, environmentally sound and good for communities. See Request for Applications for 2009 program.
Deadlines:
Grad Student: May 30, 2008
Research & Education preproposals: June 13, 2008
Professional Development: Nov. 3, 2008
Farmer/Rancher: December 5, 2008
Professional & Producer: December 5, 2008

Bureau of Land Management

Fire Effects on Noxious Weeds. To develop an understanding of the effects of fire on weed invasion and determine effective control methods to restore rangeland on lands management by the BLM Butte, Montana, Field Office. Contact Lori Anderson
Grants & Agreements Specialist
Phone 406-896-5196
Deadline: 2006 deadline passed

Department of Commerce,
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Great Lakes Habitat Restoration Partnership Grant. National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Commerce. NOAA recognizes that the Great Lakes are at a point where ecosystem-level changes are occurring rapidly in response to multiple stresses. Adding NOAA's scientific capabilities to an AOC where other partners are addressing stresses within their purview will mitigate the rapidity of these changes. Since NOAA's restoration efforts are ultimately focused on healthy coastal and lake habitats, restoration efforts must result in improving habitat quality in these areas that will support and maintain coastal resources. Restoration that can influence habitat and water quality may include, but not limited to: 1) improving coastal and nearshore habitats by re-grading, replanting or other shoreline improvements or stabilization actions; 2) reducing pollution loads such as nutrients, microbes, pesticides, and other contaminants to the coastal areas through best-management practices or other physical habitat manipulations; 3) mitigating lake-ecosystem food-web disruption associated with aquatic invasive species; or 4) removing or modifying blockages in tributaries to the Great Lakes to improve migratory fish passage. Deadline August 31, 2007.

Department of Defense

See also the SERDP web site
DOD Legacy Resource Management Program. Supports about 60-80 projects a year dealing with natural and cultural resources conservation on DoD lands; annual budget $7-10 million. Projects are not exclusive to DoD lands and applications demonstrating benefit to DoD are encouraged. About a dozen areas of emphasis, one of which is Invasive Species Control. Call for pre-proposals generally in May. See website for guidelines, forms, other info.
Faculty Environmental Management Participation at the U.S. Army Environmental Center — opportunities to participate in environmental projects involving cultural and natural resources restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, validation, demonstration, technology transfer, quality assurance and quality control, training, information management and reporting, and related issues. Eligibility: college or university full-time faculty; K-12 educators; U.S. citizens.
U.S. Army Environmental Center (USAEC) Natural Resources Program Assistance Announcement This PAA is intended for Natural Resource Support Cooperative Agreements to allow organizations to provide natural resources technical assistance directly to the Army's installations, major commands, and headquarters. Areas of Interest include development of management plans for integrated natural resources or endangered species management plans, and conference support.
Deadline: Continuous. Revisions and amendments of this announcement will be posted on the USAMRAA website.

Environmental Protection Agency

EPA Region 8 FQPA Strategic Agricultural Initiative (SAI) Grant Program. See page 16 of linked pdf file. Purpose is to help implement FQPA and support “transition” efforts by the agricultural community to more environmentally-sound
pest management practices. The program supports grants for education, extension, demonstration and implementation projects for FQPA transition and reduced-risk practices for pest management in agriculture. Deadline January 18, 2008.
EPA Region 10, Protecting Puget Sound Watersheds, Water Quality and Aquatic Resources from the Impacts of Growth (click on Request for Proposals, upper right-hand corner). Objectives include "Enhance and implement watershed protection and restoration plans, land use and transportation plans, basin plans, stormwater controls, and/or land development standards to maintain native vegetation and natural hydrology by protecting and restoring wetland, riparian, upland, and near shore habitats and ecological processes." Preproposals due January 31, 2008.

Department of Interior: US Fish and Wildlife Service

Find more NFWF (National Fish and Wildlife Foundation) grants below.

The Pulling Together Initiative (PTI) supports local Weed Management Area (WMA) partnerships to prevent, manage, or eradicate invasive and noxious plants through a coordinated program of public/private partnerships; to increase public awareness of the adverse impacts of invasive and noxious plants. Preproposal deadline October 26 2007.
2007 Call for Proposals: Western Regional Panel on Aquatic Nuisance Species. WRP requests proposals for projects that address WRP high priority issues for aquatic nuisance species (ANS). These projects will advance the goals of the WRP by developing tools and information to help prevent, monitor and control ANS in western North America. More information about the WRP can be found at http://answest.fws.gov/.
Check site for 2007 deadline
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Coastal Program provides matching grants to States for acquisition, restoration, management or enhancement of coastal wetlands. Check "Breaking News" on website for links to 2008 RFP.
Deadline: June 27, 2007
USFWS Division of Bird Habitat Conservation The U.S. Standard Grants Program is a competitive, matching grants program that supports public-private partnerships carrying out projects in the United States that further the goals of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act . Projects must involve long-term protection, restoration, and/or enhancement of wetlands and associated uplands habitats for the benefit of all wetlands-associated migratory birds. Applicants submit project proposals to the U.S. FWS Division of Bird Habitat Conservation for either of the program's two funding cycles per year. Deadline: March 7 and August 1, 2008.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Wildlife Without Borders Mexico Program Purpose is to to ensure capacity building for natural resource management in Mexico, ecosystem management through sustainable resource use, and information sharing to promote informed management and improve understanding of conservation problems. Application info. Preference given to proposals requesting $50,000 or less. Higher amounts may be requested with appropriate justification. The Request for Proposals includes links to all application forms and instructions. Proposals must be submitted to both the USFWS and SEMARNAT (Secretaria de Medio Ambiente y Recursos Naturales) on or before October 1 each year
Deadline: October 1 annually
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Wildlife Without Borders Latin American and Caribbean Program By supporting capacity building, information exchange, and species and habitat conservation projects, Wildlife Without Borders-Latin America and the Caribbean influences and empowers local people to balance the needs of communities with the conservation and sustainable use of widlife resources. Application info. The Request for Proposals includes links to all application forms and instructions.
Deadline: Ongoing; however, applicants are encouraged to submit proposals between September and December.
North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) promotes long-term conservation of North American wetland ecosystems, and the waterfowl and other migratory birds, fish and wildlife that depend upon such habitat. Principal conservation actions supported by NAWCA are acquisition, establishment, enhancement and restoration of wetlands and wetland-associated uplands. The North American Wetlands Conservation Council (Council) Small Grants program promotes long-term wetlands conservation activities through encouraging participation by new grantees and partners who otherwise may not be able to compete in the Standard Grants program.
Deadline: March 2, July 27, 2007
North American Wetlands Conservation Act Small Grants promote long-term conservation of North American wetland ecosystems, and the waterfowl and other migratory birds, fish and wildlife that depend upon such habitat. Principal conservation actions supported by NAWCA are acquisition, creation, enhancement and restoration of wetlands and wetland-associated uplands. Guidelines online.
Deadline: November 30, 2007
The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service work cooperatively together to manage the Multistate Conservation Grant Program (MSCGP). The MSCGP provides $6 million annually for sport fish and wildlife projects that benefit the state fish and wildlife agencies. State agencies and non-governmental organizations are eligible for grants. Projects must benefit sport fish, wild birds, and/or wild mammals; and must benefit at least 26 states, a majority of states in a USFWS region, or Regional Associations. Grants are awarded on a calendar-year basis for one, two or three years. Proposals due Feb. 15, 2008.
Partners for Fish and Wildlife (Dept. of Interior, USFWS). The Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program provides technical and financial assistance to private landowners and Tribes who are willing to work with us and other partners on a voluntary basis to help meet the habitat needs of our Federal Trust Species. The Partners Program can assist with projects in all habitat types which conserve or restore native vegetation, hydrology, and soils associated with imperiled ecosystems, or otherwise provide an important habitat requisite for a rare, declining or protected species. Locally-based field biologists work one-on-one with private landowners and other partners to plan, implement, and monitor their projects. Partners Program field staff help landowners find other sources of funding and help them through the permitting process. There is no formal application process. Contact your state coordinator for more information. Private landowners may contact the State Partners coordinators throughout the year. There is no specific deadline.

NASA

Terrestrial Ecology. Solicitation: NNH07ZDA001N-TE. NASA Terrestrial Ecology research addresses changes in Earth’s carbon cycle and ecosystems using space-based observations. The focus is on land-based ecosystems, changes in their structure and functioning, and their roles in supporting human life and maintaining planet Earth’s habitability. The goal of NASA’s Terrestrial Ecology research is to improve understanding of the structure and function of global terrestrial ecosystems, their interactions with the atmosphere and hydrosphere, and their role in the cycling of the major biogeochemical elements and water. This program of research addresses variability in terrestrial ecosystems, how terrestrial ecosystems and biogeochemical cycles respond to and affect global environmental change (including changes in biodiversity), and future changes in carbon-cycle dynamics and terrestrial ecosystems. The research approach combines (i) use of remote sensing to observe terrestrial ecosystems and their responses; (ii) field campaigns and related process studies to elucidate ecosystem function; and (iii) ecosystem and biogeochemical cycle modeling to analyze and predict responses. Research to establish a theoretical basis for measuring Earth surface properties using reflected, emitted, and scattered electromagnetic radiation and to develop the methodologies and technical approaches to analyze and interpret such measurements is an important component of the Terrestrial Ecology research program.
Deadline August 15, 2007

National Science Foundation

No current RFPs.

Wildlife & Conservation Groups, Foundations, & Associations

Foundations tend to have regular annual grant cycles, so if the current deadline has passed, contact the foundation to see if a similar deadline is expected for the next yearly cycle.

The Acorn Foundation is particularly interested in small and innovative community-based projects which preserve and restore habitats supporting biological diversity and wildlife; advocate for environmental justice; and prevent or remedy toxic pollution. The Acorn Foundation makes grants in the $5,000 to $10,000 range to grassroots organizations; see awards for typical projects; most in the West. Acorn Foundation Letter of Inquiry Guidelines.
Deadlines for Letters of Inquiry are January 15 and June 15.
Alaska Conservation Foundation ACF’s core function is to raise and distribute funds to the most effective conservation organizations addressing the most critical conservation efforts in the state. Through strategic grantmaking, ACF strengthens those organizations, protects Alaska’s magnificent wild places, and supports healthy communities. Several types of grants with various deadlines are given.
American Forests Global ReLeaf Grants. Funds quality tree-planting projects through Global ReLeaf Forests ecosystem restoration program. Prefers to partner with private and public sector organizations and agencies to plant trees and improve the environment in projects that would otherwise not be feasible. See the evaluation criteria, among which are: "strong, multiple-use ecosystem repair component and a diversity of native species; new or innovative efforts, restorative approaches, or technology that have the potential for application elsewhere; consideration given to the protection of endangered or threatened plant and animal species or ecosystems."
Deadline: January 15 or July 1 annually.
American Nursery and Landscape Association Horticultural Research Institute Grants. Six research priorities related to the horticulture industry; the pest management priority include invasive plant species, biocontrol, and weed control issues. Awards generally made to university researchers.
Deadline May 15, 2007.
American Rivers NOAA Community-Based Restoration Program River Grants Financial and technical assistance for river restoration projects benefiting diadromous fish species in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic , Northwest (WA, OR, ID) and California. Next Proposal Deadline: April 1, 2008
American Wildlife Research Foundation, Inc. Support up to $2,000 is provided for grants to be used as seed money and/or start-up funds for many different conservation, wildlife, and conservation education projects. Funds projects that help establish policies and practices designed to conserve, protect, restore, and perpetuate forests, wildlife, scenic and recreational acres in North America. Proposals accepted between February 1 and August 1 annually.
The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (Association) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) work cooperatively together to manage the Multistate Conservation Grant Program (MSCGP). The MSCGP provides $6 million annually for sport fish and wildlife projects that benefit the state fish and wildlife agencies. State agencies and non-governmental organizations are eligible for grants. Projects must benefit sport fish, wild birds, and/or wild mammals; and must benefit at least 26 states, a majority of states in a USFWS region, or Regional Associations. Grants are awarded on a calendar-year basis for one, two or three years. Proposals due Feb. 15, 2008. 2009 RFP will be posted in April 2008.
BoatUS Foundation Clean Water Grants Program funds volunteer, nonprofit organizations for projects that will keep the water and local habitat healthy and accessible for future boaters. 2007 focus area is Marine Debris. Application. See 2005 Grant Recipients for many funded aquatic invasive species projects.
Deadline: February 1, 2008. Applications for 2009 available in late fall 2008.
Bonneville Environmental Foundation is dedicated to restoring watershed ecosystems throughout the Pacific Northwest by supporting community-based initiatives that improve water quality, restore habitat, and bolster native salmon and trout populations. To ensure that our investments reinforce scientific and effective restoration strategies, BEF employs a comprehensive 10-year Model Watershed approach that enables us to evaluate cumulative progress over time and improve future actions based on measured results. Letter of inquiry accepted at any time.
The Brainerd Foundation provides Opportunity Fund Grants ranging from $250 to $3,000 to organizations confronted with a timely opportunity to impact a conservation policy debate in the Northwest. Grants from Grassroots Fund are typically made to small organizations confronting critical challenges on the ground in their communities. See other Funding Areas. Applicants must be involved in direct efforts to defend endangered ecosystems or in programs that augment regional conservation efforts in WA, OR, ID, MT, AK, BC, or Yukon Territory. Searchable database of awards shows wide range of organizations funded and funding amounts. How to apply.
Letter of Inquiry required, accepted any time.
The Bullitt Foundation Mission is to protect, restore, and maintain the natural physical environment of the Pacific Northwest. Terrestrial Ecosystems program goals include "to maintain healthy populations of native species" among many others. Aquatic Ecosystems program "strives to to protect, restore, and maintain the region’s aquatic resources and ecosystems," Conservation and Stewardship in Agriculture program promotes conservation and stewardship of agricultural lands; favors agricultural practices that maintain and enhance biodiversity; see other relevant program areas and extensive searchable list of grantees. Proposals invited from WA, OR, ID, BC, western MT, and coastal AK nonprofits. Unsolicited proposals are not accepted; t o determine eligibility for a Bullitt Foundation grant, send an email to grants at bullitt.org, briefly outlining your proposed project, its intended goals, and the person(s) with primary responsibility for the work. Deadline: May 1 and November 1 annually

The Burning Foundation supports organizations in WA and OR addressing protecting threatened rivers and forests, nurturing native fish populations, and conserving land and open space for ecological and recreational purposes. Preference given to requests from local groups working to improve their immediate environment and from statewide groups addressing general conservation and protection issues.

Application deadlines	Letter of interest due	Proposal due
Spring Cycle	3rd Wed. of Jan.	1st Wed. of March
Fall Cycle	3rd Wed. of Aug.	1st Wed. of Oct.

Captain Planet Foundation. Mission is to fund and support hands-on environmental projects that empower children and youth around the world to work individually and collectively to solve environmental problems in their neighborhoods and communities. Apply online. Grants awarded across the USA.
Deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31.
The Charles A. and Anne Morrow Lindbergh Foundation provides grants of up to $10,580 (a symbolic amount representing the cost of the "Spirit of St. Louis") to further the Lindberghs' vision of a balance between the advance of technology and the preservation of the natural/human environment. The six categories of funding (including agriculture and conservation) make for an interesting array of funded projects. Twelve projects funded in 2006; 15 in 2007. The deadline for grant applications is the second Thursday of June in the year preceeding the awarding of funds. For example, for funding in 2009, applications are due June 12, 2008.
The Charlotte Martin Foundation A private independent foundation operating in the Western US. Funds projects in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska. Million in Montana Program will award $1.25 million to Montana in 2007. In the Wildlife and Habitat Preservation program area, supports (1) organizations whose missions are dedicated to preservation, protection or perpetuation of wildlife and/or habitat, and (2) protecting habitat sites and wildlife corridors whose conservation value is based on scientific assessment. Apply online. Deadline: Continuous
The Compton Foundation promotes community-based strategies to support healthy ecosystems and thriving rural communities. Funding priorities are (1) Regional or statewide projects in California, Oregon, Washington (2) Regional or statewide projects in CA, OR, WA, CO, UT, ID, MT, AZ, NM, NV, WY (3) Projects of national significance in the U.S. Application Procedures.
Deadline: March 7 and September 7, 2007
Ducks Unlimited is a non-profit organization with the aim to conserve and research waterfowls & wetlands. Check with your local chapter for opportunities to partner with Ducks Unlimited.
Ducks Unlimited Canada Conservation Research Programs. Funds research proposals and graduate fellowship to ensure the continued development of highly skilled professionals in wetland and waterfowl conservation biology, and move beyond the restraints of provincial, state and national borders when pursuing new knowledge that will help guide conservation programs across North America. Deadline October 15 annually.
Earthwatch Institute scholarly research worldwide in the biological, physical, social, and cultural sciences. See 2005 grants list. Supports doctoral and post-doctoral researchers, or researchers with equivalent scholarship or commensurate life experience; and welcomes proposals from advanced scholars and professionals of any nationality, covering any geographic region. Application Guidelines.
Educational Foundation of America makes grants to qualifying non-profit organizations. Areas of interest include the environment among many others. Check the annual report for types of projects funded. Approximately 40 environmental projects funded in 2005, 14 of them in the west. Awards ranged from $15K-400K. Inquiries welcome at any time; no deadlines.
FishAmerica Foundation funds freshwater projects and non-habitat restoration projects for marine and anadromous fish. Applications are accepted and reviewed year-round. Projects are funded several times per year. The average conservation grant is $7,500. Funds for non-labor costs are provided for habitat improvement; streambank stabilization;
planting of trees and vegetation; and other projects that directly enhance water quality, habitat and/or sport fish populations. See Funded Projects by State for examples. Deadline: Applications are accepted and reviewed year-round.
Foundation for North American Wild Sheep. Focus on conservation, propagation and intensive management of wild sheep and their habitats, funds projects including biological studies/research, buffer land acquisitions, wild sheep transplants/re-establishment, habitat enhancement, management, safeguarding the environment, repressing poaching/fostering sportsmen’s rights. Invasive plant projects have been funded.
Fred E. Glockner Foundation. The Gloeckner Foundation awards grants for research and educational projects in floriculture and related fields at universities, colleges and Federal research institutions in the US. The proposed research and educational projects must be of substantial importance, and the results made available to the interested public. See recently funded projects. The research grant may include grad student assistantships. The foundation does not pay any indirect costs (overhead) on its research and education grants nor faculty or PI's salary. Grant requests due Aprl 1 annually.
The Fund for Wild Nature provides money for campaigns to save and restore native species and wild ecosystems, including actions to defend wilderness and biological diversity. For complete program information and examples of previously funded projects, visit www.fundwildnature.org. 2006 awardees here.
Deadline May 1, 2008; November 1, 2008
Global ReLeaf Grants from americanforests.org. American Forests is always looking for quality tree-planting projects to be funded by our Global ReLeaf Forests ecosystem restoration program. We are particularly interested in partnering with private and public sector organizations and agencies to plant trees and improve the environment in projects that would otherwise not be feasible. See Projects by State. Deadlines January 15 and July 1.
Great Lakes Protection Fund. The Great Lakes Protection Fund welcomes proposals for projects that enhance the health of the Great Lakes ecosystem and that will return the greatest ecosystem benefits. A preproposal is required; outcomes must be system-wide and concrete.
Preproposals accepted at any time
Kenney Foundation. The mission of the W. C. Kenney Foundation is to protect and restore watersheds in the Western United States. Projects are funded in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. For Discretionary Grants, email inquiries welcome.
The Kongsgaard-Goldman Foundation Supports non-profits in AK, ID, MT, OR, WA, and BC. Environmental Protection and Conservation program includes citizen involvement, public education, restoration, sustainable land use and environmental justice. Majority of grants in $1,000 to $15,000 range; a few go up to $40,000. Initial contact with the Foundation must be made through a brief pre-application letter. List of 2007 Environment grant awardees here.
Two funding cycles; preapplication due March 16 or Sept. 16 annually.
The Laird Norton Foundation makes charitable grants to support watershed stewardship in the Pacific Northwest. Criteria for potentially successful watershed strategies include community engagement, ecosystem function, best science, adaptive management, transferable concepts. The foundation welcomes letters of inquiry for projects in watershed protection, restoration, education, and advocacy. Apply by February 1, 2008 for 2008 funding cycle. See recent awards here.
The Lawrence Foundation Program and operating grants to support environmental and other causes. In 2006, 32 grants awarded from $1000-5000; see awardees here.
Deadlines: March 31, Sept. 30, 2007
Laura Jane Musser Fund Environmental Stewardship Program Funds programs that work to manage resources with the participation of community members and stakeholders in both planning and implementation of the program. Application Guidelines. Deadline: Nov. 28, 2007 Environmental Initiative Program to assist public or not-for-profit entities to initiate or implement projects in rural areas to undertake consensus-based activities in environmental stewardship or dispute resolution. Deadline November 28, 2007.
Lazar Foundation (OR, WA, BC, AK, ID) The Lazar Foundation's specific environmental interests in the Pacific Northwest are listed below. The Foundation accepts inquiries for projects related to these interests, except from Alaska. Conservation of large, biologically significant terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems; Preservation of biological diversity; Projects that broaden the environmental movement; Projects that strengthen or increase the capacity of the environmental movement's ability to develop, shape, and communicate its message. Letter of inquiry required.
The Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg Foundation A focus area is conservation in the US, particularly Montana and Western states historically dependent upon extractive industries and agriculture; see recent grants: Interior West. Encourages local initiatives addressing the problems of diminishing natural resources, technological change and job loss, emphasizes conservation through cooperation, persuasion and the development of sustainable economic alternatives to resource depletion See Guidelines for application information. The Foundation also funds the Red Lodge Clearinghouse.
Mazamas, a non-profit mountaineering organization in Portland, OR, gives research grants to faculty, graduate students and K-12 students for research relating to wilderness and the mountain environment (including ecology and invasive plants); conservation grants, generally to nonprofit conservation organizations, and expedition grants. Applications for Conservation grants must be made in writing and presented to the Conservation Committee between January 1 and noon on April 30.
Investigations of geologic features, biotic communities, and human endeavors pertaining to the enjoyment and safety of outdoor recreation are all relevant research topics. Applications for 2008 Standard Research Grants must be received by January 25, 2008.
The Mid-Atlantic Regional Panel on Aquatic Invasive Species (MAP) is offering a limited Small Grants Competition (SGC) in 2008 address an aquatic invasive species problem within the region defined by the MAP.Details about the member states, district and the history of the MAP at http://www.midatlanticpanel.org/. Full proposals due February 29, 2008
Mountaineers Foundation promotes the study, protection, and enjoyment of the Pacific Northwest's natural areas. Gives many small ($1,000-$5,000) grants annually for weed control, revegetation, and other projects. (The Mountaineers Foundation is separate from The Mountaineers Club.) Guidelines online. See Grants Given for projects, organizations awarded, and grant amount.
Application deadlines: Jan 1, Mar 1, May 1, Aug 1, Oct 1.
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) provides funding on a competitive basis to projects that sustain, restore and enhance the Nation’s fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats through Keystone Initiative Grants and other Special Grant Programs.
- NFWF Acres for America launched in 2005 with Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., as the founding partner. Wal-Mart's goal as a founding partner is to offset the footprint of their domestic facilities on at least an acre by acre basis through permanent conservation of important wildlife habitats. Applicants are strongly urged to contact the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation regional director in their area to discuss project ideas prior to submitting preproposals. Approximately $2.5 million will be available annually through 2014 for conservation investments. Prepropsals due September 1, 2007.
- NFWF and Anheuser-Busch 2007 Budweiser Conservation Scholarship Program. Provides ten scholarships of up to $10,000 each to eligible graduate and undergraduate students who are poised to make a significant contribution to the field of conservation.
- Nature of Learning Start-up Grants. Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded on a competitive basis to support start-up expenses associated with new programs. In addition, grants up to $3,000 will be awarded on a comprehensive basis to provide continued support to existing Nature of Learning Programs. Deadline 6/15/07.
- NFWF Bring Back the Natives: A Public-Private Partnership for Restoring Populations of Native Aquatic Species BBN funds on-the-ground efforts to restore, protect, and enhance native aquatic species to their historic range. Projects should involve partnerships between communities, agencies, private landowners, and organizations that seek to rehabilitate streamside and watershed habitats. Projects should focus on habitat needs of species such as fish, invertebrates, and amphibians that originally inhabited the waterways across the country. Preference is given to stream restoration, protection, and enhancement projects; and projects that will keep sensitive or declining species off of the Endangered Species List, or for listed species that have a chance for recovery and de-listing within five to ten years. Supported activities include in-stream, riparian, and wetland restoration, protection and enhancement, fish passage improvements and barrier removals, watershed management plan development, applied research, survey and inventory, monitoring, and public and landowner outreach.
  Preproposal due Dec. 1, 2007; final due Feb 1, 2008.
- NFWF Conservation Partnership Program. The Jackson Hole One Fly Foundation Board (JHOFF) and NFWF have entered into a conservation program partnership to co-fund stream improvement and native trout conservation projects. All proposed projects must advance the Jackson Hole One Fly Foundation and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation's missions of conserving, protecting, and restoring native trout fisheries and their watersheds and must meet the specific criteria outlined below. The Stream Improvement Program focuses on "on the ground" projects that improve habitat for native trout species; however, applied research projects may be considered if results couldbenefit to natural resources management agencies. Eligible resource projects include the protection, enhancement, restoration, and management of native trout fisheries and their habitats. Eligible research projects include the study of native trout fisheries and habitats and can involve data collection, evaluation, and analysis. Applied research that deals with the causes of fisheries problems and the development of solutions is a particularly high priority. Deadllne February 15, 2008.
- NFWF National Wildlife Refuge Friends Group Grant Program Support nonprofits, including refuge Friends organizations, Cooperative and Interpretive Associations, Audubon Chapters and other citizen support organizations interested in assisting a National Wildlife Refuge or group of refuges and the Refuge System as a whole. Start-up grants, capacity building grants, and project specific grants available.
  Deadlines: April 2, 2007; Sept. 4, 2007
- Migratory Bird Conservancy Grants NFWF requests pre-proposals for habitat conservation and management projects to be funded through the Migratory Bird Conservancy (MBC), a bird conservation grant fund supported by donations from birding businesses and their customers, and matched by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.
- NFWF More Fish Partnership Fund will award small grants of up to $30,000 for local on the ground restoration projects, and up to $100,000 for leadership grants that address larger watershed areas. Primary focus is smaller, community-based restoration projects, but larger requests for funds will be considered on a competitive basis. The following costs are eligible: Enhancement & restoration of habitat within and along rivers and streams, lakes, reservoirs, ponds, etc. the upland areas affecting them; Training workshops and roundtables; Project design and development that is anticipated to lead to an on-the-ground restoration project within 18 months. Deadline November 1, 2007
- NFWF Native Plant Conservation Initiative Project must directly address established plant conservation priorities.S trong preference for "on-the-ground" projects that involve local communities and citizen volunteers in restoration or protection of native plant communities. Non-federal 1:1 match required. Apply online.
  Preproposals accepted once a year on February 15. Full proposals due by March 23.
- Nature of Learning Grants, a community-based environmental education initiative using National Wildlife Refuges as outdoor classrooms. Up to $10,000.
  Deadline June 15, 2007
- NRCS/NFWF Conservation on Private Lands The goal of the partnership is to support high quality projects that engage private landowners, primarily farmers and ranchers, in the conservation and enhancement of fish and wildlife and natural resources on their lands. Matching grants will be awarded through a competitive process to eligible grant recipients including state and local governments, education institutions, and nonprofit organizations. Grants to, or in partnership with, the NRCS or local conservation districts will be given special consideration.
  Deadline: Preproposal, April 1, 2007; Full proposals June 1, 2007
- NFWF Keystone Initiative Grants Within each of the initial Keystone Initiatives (i.e., Birds, Freshwater Fish, Wildlife & Habitat, Marine & Coastal), the Foundation has established specific funding priorities. Federal, state, and local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations are welcome to apply for matching grants twice annually, in accordance with the Keystone Initative Grant guidelines. Deadline: September 1, 2007.
- NFWF 2007 Pulling Together Initiative. Request for Proposals now available.
  Preproposal deadline October 27, 2006. Check website for 2007 dates.
National Forest Foundation Community Assistance Program (CAP). Promotes the creation of locally-based forest partnerships which seek to build economic and environmental sustainability, provides start-up grants to enable community groups to play a more active role in the sustainable management of nearby National Forests and surrounding communities.
Deadline: April 6 and Sept. 7, 2007
National Forest Foundation Matching Award Program (MAP) Provides grants requiring a non-federal cash match for conservation projects on and around National Forests and grasslands. Focus areas include Community-based Forestry, Watershed Health & Restoration, Wildlife Habitat Improvement, and Recreation.
Preproposals Due December 15, 2007; Final Proposals June 6, 2008
National Forest Foundation Wilderness Stewardship Challenge. NFF engages America in community-based and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of the 193-million-acre National Forest System, and administers private gifts of funds and land for the benefit of the National Forests. By matching federal funds provided through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Forest Service to non-federal dollars, the NFF Matching Awards Program (MAP) is able to effectively double the resources available to nonprofit partners to implement projects that directly benefit our National Forests and Grasslands. Deadline Feb. 8, 2008.
Pheasants Forever A non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and enhancement of pheasants and other wildlife populations in North America through habitat improvements, land management, public awareness, and education. Contact your local chapters for project and funding information.
Red Lodge Clearinghouse (LIz Claiborne/Art Ortenberg Foundation) offers an excellent search feature according to keywords, state, and amount.
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Dedicated to the conservation of elk habitat; contact your local chapter for information on funding.
TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (Canada). Organization must be Canadian, using funds in Canada. Focus areas are (1) Protects and preserves the Canadian Environment (2) Assists young Canadians in understanding and participating in Environmental activities in local communities (3) Enhances cooperation among Environmental organizations. Funded Projects listed by province on home page; community weed pulls and similar projects have been funded.
Trout Unlimited Embrace-a-Stream Program is a matching grant program that awards funds to TU chapters and councils for coldwater fisheries conservation. Project criteria: Conservation Impact, Strengthening TU Impact, Public Education and Outreach, and Technical Merit. Deadline December 10, 2007.

The Weeden Foundation Domestic Biodiversity Program funds non-profits for conservation of unique western terrestrial and aquatic habitat. Geographic focus on the Pacific Northwest (northern CA, OR, WA, BC, southeast AK); less interest in Intermountain West, except MT. Targeted habitats include mature forest ecosystems, riparian corridors, and riverine/aquatic environments of demonstrated ecological significance. See Grantees for summaries of funded projects. Three grant cycles per year.
Submit letter of inquiry. Current deadline is January 18, 2008.
The Weyerhauser Family Foundation Sustainable Forests and Communities Initiative. Supports projects that promote solutions to local problems by integrating Ecology: Employing holistic land stewardship approaches involving management, conservation and ecological restoration. Economy: Developing and encouraging enterprise-based conservation and/or job creation strategies that are of appropriate scale and are environmentally soun. Community: Using inclusive, innovative and/or collaborative public processes to meet natural resource and conservation goals. Limited to Idaho, Oregon, Washington, northern California, western Montana, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Letter of intent required by April 1.
The Wilburforce Foundation funds Program, Capacity, and General Support Grants to help preserve our remaining wild places in the Western U.S. and Western Canada. The Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations with programs in AB, BC, the Yukon Territories; the Yellowstone to Yukon region, AK, AZ, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA,WY, Guidelines. Dozens of regional environmental organizations are on the list of grantees.
Deadlines: Feb. 15, May 23, August 29, 2008
Wildlife Action Opportunities Fund for Implementing State Wildlife Action Plans. Managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), the Wildlife Action Opportunities Fund provides competitive grants to nonprofit conservation organizations with 501(c)(3) status that are focused on implementing priority actions and strategies identified in State Wildlife Action Plans.
RFP to be released in spring/summer 2007; check website
Wildlife Forever Grants targeted for habitat restoration and acquisition, research and management, and educational projects. Special emphasis is placed upon grassroots programs that involve local conservation, sportsmen's or outdoor recreation groups. Wildlife Forever grants are challenge grants, require 1:1 match. Three programs, the Wildlife Forever Challenge Grants Program, the Sportsmen's Challenge Grants Fund (designed to help small conservation projects in local communities. The grant maximum is $2,500 per project), and the Friend's Challenge Grants Fund.
Application Deadlines: January 1, July 1 of each year.
Wildlife Habitat Policy Research Program Requests for Proposals for research on wildlife habitat conservation in the U.S. now available. Eight RFPs have been issued for projects in the natural sciences, social sciences, and economics. Grants will range from $25-250K for projects of 12 to 18 months, beginning Nov. 1, 2006.
Check website for 2007 dates.
William and Flora Hewlett Foundation. Environment program goals include saving the great ecosystems of the North American West. Click on "Grants" on left-hand menu bar; use dropdown box to scroll to "Environment" to see types of projects funded. Grants tend to be very large; general and program support for conservation groups is given. Letters of inquiry accepted continuously.
The mission of the William C. Kenney Foundation is to protect and restore watersheds in the Western United States. The Foundation provides small grants to encourage policy research and analysis of issues that affect western water. Discretionary grants may be given to projects anywhere in the western US (including Alaska) that focus on a specific strategy for protection of a biologically important western watershed. Inquiry emails accepted at any time; must be received by September 30 to be considered for a grant within that fiscal year.

States

Alaska Conservation Foundation Small Grants. Small grants are for discrete projects, generally one to two months in duration, that require less than $2,500 to complete. Areas of interest include Ecosystem and lands protection, Marine conservation, Conservation advocacy, and others.
Deadline: December 15, 2007; January 15, 2008; February 15, 2008; March 15, 2008. Small grant applications are considered monthly. Proposals must be received by the 15th of the month. ACF will accept e-mailed requests to the Small Grants Program. Applicants should contact ACF program staff via e-mail or telephone before sending a proposal to ACF.
Alaska Conservation Foundation Operating Support Grants .ACF awards operating support grants to in-state, Alaska-based conservation organizations focused on effective conservation advocacy. Operating support grants are used at the discretion of the recipients, within the limits of laws governing the use of ACF funds. These funds can be used to cover administrative and/or program costs including salaries, facilities, travel, equipment, supplies, training, membership, fundraising, and specific program activities.Interested applicants, if they have not received operating support from ACF during the last two years, must contact ACF program staff to determine their eligibility. Deadline: December 3, 2007. Maximum Grant Request: $15,000
Alaska Conservation Foundation Project Support Grants. Operating support grants are used by an organization at its discretion, within the limits of laws governing the use of ACF funds. areas of interest are Ecosystem and lands protection, Marine conservation, Conservation advocacy, Expanding conservation constituencies, Linking conservation with the economy , Organizational effectiveness, Building future environmental leadership.
Between funding cycles; check back.
Alaska Conservation Foundation: Rapid Response Grants. The sponsor provides grants for projects that protect Alaska's intact ecosystems and promote sustainable livelihoods for all Alaskan communities and peoples. Projects must require a timely response to fast- breaking environmental issues and needs, often with a national flavor (e.g., fighting off unexpected riders in Congress). Requests must address an issue of statewide or national importance. There are no deadlines for requests to the Rapid Response Fund; however applicants must first contact ACF program staff via e-mail (acfinfo@akcf.org) or phone prior to sending a proposal to ACF. Generally, these projects cannot wait until the grant-making committee or full Board meets.
California and Oregon: Bella Vista Foundation supports any stage of a restoration project from pre-restoration planning to implementation to post-implementation monitoring and evaluation.The Bella Vista Foundation will consider projects in the following CA locations: The Mattole River watershed, the mid-Klamath/Shasta rivers, the McCloud tributary of the Sacramento River, and the Northern and Central Sierra Nevada; and in the following OR areas: the upper Deschutes Basin and the John Day Basin. Deadlines January 31 or June 16, 2008.
California: Clarence E. Heller Charitable Foundation supports sustainable agriculture and sustainable resource management projects in California.
Deadline(s): Letters of inquiry are accepted at any time.
California: Dean Witter Foundation Grants support specific wildlife conservation projects in Northern California and seminal opportunities to improve and extend environmental education and to stimulate learning. The Foundation prefers to award matching or challenge grants and to leverage its support with funding from other sources. How to Apply.
California: Truckee Tahoe Community Foundation. The purpose of the Nature Fund is to conserve the wildlife, lands, waters and air quality of
the Truckee, North Tahoe and Donner Summit regions while creating opportunities for enjoyment of the outdoors Desired outcomes include: Healthy lands, waters and air; Vibrant fish and wildlife populations; Available open spacel; Educated, aware and appreciative community members. Nature Fund deadline January 15 annually.
Colorado Gates Family Foundation Parks, Conservation and Recreation Program. Appreciation and conservation of Colorado's natural beauty, so that it may be enjoyed by present and future generations, is fundamental to the quality of life and the economy of the state. The Gates Family Foundation believes conservation and outdoor recreation are important in their own right, but also support its other interests in youth, health, education, leadership and community revitalization. Deadlines Apr 01, Jul 01, Oct 01, 2008; Jan 15, 2009
Pueblo, Colorado, Grants from the David and Lucille Packard Foundation. Grants support nonprofit organizations in Pueblo, CO, that directly serve the residents of this area. Requests should seek no more than $50,000 of support. Proposals are reviewed and recommended by a local Advisory Board of Pueblo residents, assisted by Pueblo-based staff. Grant proposals are reviewed at quarterly Advisory Board meetings.
Deadlines for submission of proposals are April 1, July 1, and October 1.
Colorado Division of Wildlife: Cooperative Habitat Improvement Program. CHIP is designed to assist landowners who wish to develop or improve wildlife habitat. This program is offered statewide by the Colorado Division of Wildlife. The Division of Wildlife will provide technical assistance and provide as much as $4,000.00 per landowner in financial assistance. The Division will also provide assistance to landowners regarding other cost-share programs. CHIP can be used as a stand-alone program for small projects, however many projects can be supplemented and improved by partnering with other habitat programs such as the Conservation Programs within Farm Bill and Partners for Fish and Wildlife. See related programs on the website.
Hawaii Community Foundation. The Pikake Fund provides support for film or video projects on environmental protection efforts.The sponsor seeks to support film or video projects that describe conservation work that positively impacts the health of terrestrial or nearshore marine ecosystems; community-led projects or programs that demonstrate broad community involvement in the stewardship of natural resources; and projects that integrate natural resource protection with Hawaiian cultural practices and traditions.Grantmaking only occurs in even numbered years. Funds have been granted for 2006. Proposals for the next grant round will be accepted after January 30, 2008.
Hawaii Harold K. Castle Foundation funds Nearshore Marine Resource Conservation projects, among others. Online Inquiry can be made at any time.
Idaho Conservation Innovation Grant. CIG is a voluntary program intended to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies while leveraging Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection, in conjunction with agricultural production. Under CIG, Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) funds are used to award competitive grants to non-Federal governmental or non-governmental organizations, Tribes, or individuals. Idaho's high priorities include: Integrated Pest Management, on farm energy conservation, and reduction of nutrients in stored animal wastes
Idaho: Monsanto Fund Priority Areas: Improving Nutritional Well Being through Agriculture, The Environment, Science Education and Our Communities. Priority is given to communities where we have employees, facilities or strategic business interests (includes Soda Springs, ID). Guidelines.
Contact local manager before submitting proposal.
Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Bonneville Environmental Foundation is dedicated to restoring watershed ecosystems throughout the Pacific Northwest by supporting community-based initiatives that improve water quality, restore habitat, and bolster native salmon and trout populations. To ensure that our investments reinforce scientific and effective restoration strategies, BEF employs a comprehensive 10-year Model Watershed approach that enables us to evaluate cumulative progress over time and improve future actions based on measured results. Letter of inquiry accepted at any time.
Montana Native Plant Society Small Grants Program for research, study, and appreciation of Montana's native plants. Grants of up to $1,000 will be awarded to fund projects or studies supporting conservation of native plants in Montana. Proposal deadline January 31, 2008. The grant competition is open to residents of Montana or members of MNPS.
The Montana Noxious Weed Trust Fund Grant Program provides cost-share funding for local cooperative weed management areas and education and research projects, including non-chemical research and demonstration programs. Funding is generally through a government entity (local weed district, conservation district, extension office, or university). 2008 Guidelines. 2008 application and other forms.
Deadline: Dec. 3, 2007
Montana PPL Montana Environmental Education grants. Schoolteachers can receive up to $1,500 in funding for school projects that focus on issues like watersheds and wetlands, air quality, renewable and non-renewable resources, energy conservation, the greening of schools, and more. See 2007 Awards. Deadline Jan. 11, 2008.
Nebraska Environmental Trust, a state program dedicated to the preservation of Nebraska's natural resources. Provides the seed money needed to preserve critical habitat areas, protect water supplies and establish recycling programs in Nebraska.
Nebraska. The Cooper Foundation gives all its grants in Nebraska, with the majority in Lincoln and Lancaster County. For Enviroment grants, highest priorities are protection of, and education about,endangered and threatened species and the natural systems they need to survive.
New Mexico Albuquerque Community Foundation benefits the greater Albuquerque community in grants to nonprofit organizations, educational programs, and scholarships. The ACF Competitive Grant Program has six general fields of interest: Arts and Culture, Children and Youth, Education, Health, Human Services, and Environmental and Historic Preservation.
Oregon and California: Bella Vista Foundation supports any stage of a restoration project from pre-restoration planning to implementation to post-implementation monitoring and evaluation.The Bella Vista Foundation will consider projects in the following CA locations: The Mattole River watershed, the mid-Klamath/Shasta rivers, the McCloud tributary of the Sacramento River, and the Northern and Central Sierra Nevada; and in the following OR areas: the upper Deschutes Basin and the John Day Basin. Deadlines January 31 or June 16, 2008.
Oregon Challenge Cost Share Program (or search grants.gov.) The Challenge Cost Share (CCS) Program was started in 1985 when Congress appropriated money within the wildlife program for partnership conservation projects. Since then the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has expanded this cost-share program to include other resource programs with partnership opportunities. The CCS program now funds research, monitoring and inventory of resources; implementation of habitat improvement projects, protection or documentation of cultural resources; providing for enhanced recreational experiences; development and implementation of species conservation and recovery plans; environmental education; conservation projects for native plant communities and eradication of noxious and other weeds. In 2008, the Oregon program will be managed to implement a variety of important projects that include resource inventory, monitoring and research, conservation planning and implementation, environmental education, habitat and plant community restoration, cultural site protection, recreation and OHV management. Closing date Feb. 28, 2008.
Oregon. Spirit Mountain Community Fund, a charitable foundaton of The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. Makes grants to nonprofits in 11 Oregon counties, in areas including environmental protection. Letter of Inquiry required for both small and large grant programs; see Application Calendar for acceptance dates. Several acceptance dates per year.
Oregon State Weed Board Grant Program 2007-2009. Two grant cycles per year. Projects must restore, enhance or protect fish and wildlife habitat, watershed functions, native salmonid populations or water quality. Grant applications must be for on the ground weed control projects for OSWB listed noxious weeds. Applications may include research, survey, project design if required to complete the control portion of the project, although the majority of OSWB funds must go toward on the ground control.
Oregon, Washington, Idaho Bonneville Environmental Foundation is dedicated to restoring watershed ecosystems throughout the Pacific Northwest by supporting community-based initiatives that improve water quality, restore habitat, and bolster native salmon and trout populations. To ensure that our investments reinforce scientific and effective restoration strategies, BEF employs a comprehensive 10-year Model Watershed approach that enables us to evaluate cumulative progress over time and improve future actions based on measured results. Letter of inquiry accepted at any time.
Texas Lee and Ramona Bass Foundation Supports national and regional conservation programs. See approved grants by year for projects funded. Preliminary letter of inquiry required.
Utah The George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation Preservation and Conservation Grants. Email inquiry required.
Washington. The Community Foundation serves Clark, Cowlitz, and Skamania counties. The Community Giving Fund supports conservation and environmental projects, among others.
Applications accepted October 1 through December 15
Washington. Northwest Fund for the Enviroment. Program areas are Aquatic Ecosystem Protection: "protect and restore the extensive network of fresh and saltwater ecosystems in the state of Washington and the native species that inhabit these ecosystems," and Growth Management: "prevent damage to environmentally sensitive areas, limit rural growth, and support the use of smart growth policies within urban growth areas by promoting the efficient, sustainable, and environmentally beneficial use of Washington State's land and natural resources." See Application Info. New in 2008, Small Grants Program to help foster smaller organizations and grassroots level work that feeds into our larger programmatic goals.
Letter of Inquiry due Feb. 14, 2008. One grantmaking cycle per year.
Washington: Russell Family Foundation. Environmental protection in western Washington, with an emphasis on the waters of Puget Sound. The Environmental Sustainability program focuses on Puget Sound, Environmental Education, and Green Business. Organizations must be located in and/or provide services within the 12 counties of the Puget Sound region. How to Apply. Letter of Inquiry due Jan. 7, 2008.
Washington The Seattle Foundation funding areas are grounded in Healthy Community framework; makes grants in several areas, including Environment: working to protect and steward the natural environment.
Washington, Idaho, Oregon Bonneville Environmental Foundation is dedicated to restoring watershed ecosystems throughout the Pacific Northwest by supporting community-based initiatives that improve water quality, restore habitat, and bolster native salmon and trout populations. To ensure that our investments reinforce scientific and effective restoration strategies, BEF employs a comprehensive 10-year Model Watershed approach that enables us to evaluate cumulative progress over time and improve future actions based on measured results. Letter of inquiry accepted at any time.
Wyoming. Wyoming Community Foundation. Tom Thorne Sage-Grouse Conservation Fund Grants: “To benefit sage-grouse through strategic funding of projects that promote science, education and cooperative management actions”. Applications forms online.
Deadline: June 1, December 1, 2007

Corporations

Dow Agroscience - Corporate Giving Funds science programs at secondary schools and universities. Most donation spending meets at least one of the following criteria: addresses a demonstrated need in a city or community in which the company has a presence; provides an opportunity for a hands-on science experience for students below the college level, thus improving the pool of future employees; supports a university project or program involving science, engineering, business, or other related areas that also improve the pool of talented students that may be future employees; or enhances the environment.
Orvis Conservation Matching Grants. Orvis's conservation work is focused on the restoration, enhancement, and long-term protection of fish and wildlife habitat. Grants are targeted toward those habitats that function as integral parts of the landscape and are faced with imminent threat of loss. See Funded Projects and Guidelines. Deadline for 2009 projects is April 16, 2008. Check back for next deadline.
Patagonia funds only environmental work. Supoorts programs with a clear agenda for change and a strategic plan for achieving the organization's goals. Funding focuses on organizations that build a strong base of citizen support. Most grants range from $3,000 to $8,000. Search Biodiversity category for example projects; e.g., protection of native ecosystems, restoration, and salt cedar removal projects have been funded.
Deadlines: April 30 and August 31 annually
3M Community Giving Envornmental porogram upports projects in 3M communities to preserve biodiversity, positively impact climate change, provide access to natural areas, offer opportunities for local volunteer involvement. Apply online.
Toyota Tapestry Grants for Science Teachers. The Toyota TAPESTRY program funds the largest national grant program for K-12 Science Teachers. Awards 50 grants of up to $10,000 each and a minimum of 20 "mini-grants" of $2,500 each to K-12 science teachers. Interested teachers should propose innovative science projects that can be implemented in their school or school district over a one-year period. Toyota TAPESTRY projects demonstrate creativity, involve risk-taking, possess a visionary quality, and model a novel way of presenting science. Letter of inquiry required.

General Sources

CFDA — Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance. Access to a database of Federal programs; proposal- writing guidelines; and useful links.
Catalog of Federal Funding Sources for Watershed Protection is a searchable database of financial assistance sources (grants, loans, cost-sharing) available to fund a variety of watershed protection projects. Search on keyword "invasive species."
CyberSierra Conservation Grants Center — Find funding for Environmental Education
Directory of Watershed Resources through the Environmental Finance Center at Boise State University — searchable database for watershed restoration funding available from federal, state (OR, WA, ID, AK), private, and other funding sources.
EE-Link — funding sources targeted to environmental education, from North American Association for Environmental Education. Includes state and regional links.
Environmental Grantmakers Association Provides a list of links for grantseekers.
Forest Service Guide — Over 200 sources of grants and funding opportunities for region 3 (AZ, NM, and a bit of TX). Some listings specific to R3, but many available nationally. Includes foundations, conservation organizations, etc.
Grants.gov Find and apply for competitive grant opportunities from all Federal grant-making agencies; subscribe to e-mail notification service.
Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystems Studies Unit. Scholarships, fellowships and grants related to the National Park System, other CESU partners, other public lands.
Red Lodge Clearinghouse Mission is to support, nurture and connect collaborative natural resource groups. Search by state, interest, type of funding.
Rocky Mountain Wildland Fire Information Grants Database. Search for grants and assistance programs sponsored by federal, state, and private organizations.

Help with Proposal Writing

Basic Elements of Grantwriting from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
Grants and GrantWriting A series of articles from ScienceCareers.org
GrantProposal.com Free resources to assist nonprofits
Grantwriting Guide from University of Nevada-Reno Cooperative Extension
Non-profit Guides free grant-writing tools to assist established non-profits through the grant-writing process.
How to Write Winning Proposals from the Sustainable Agriculture Network
Proposal Preparation Checklist from proposalwriter.com
Propsal Writing Short Course from the Foundation Center. A systematic outline of the elements of a proposal and how to address them; includes good approaches to evaluation plan and sustainability.
SchoolGrants Grantwriting tips. K-12 funding opportunities; many sample proposals.
Show Me the Money from Education World. Grant writing tips and resources
University of Michigan Proposal Writer's Guide
Web Sites for Proposal Writers from the Foundation Center. Links to seminar series from the Center and the Granstmanship Center, as well as a couple of online sources.
Writing a Successful Grant Proposal from Minnesota Council on Foundations

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