How Environmental Conservation & Agricultural Grants Save Bees

Planet Earth is our home. Because of this, environmental conservation and agricultural organizations work diligently to preserve and protect our planet. These projects require funding to operate. However, donations and government budgeting do not always cover all of the costs associated with these projects. Because of this, grant funding opportunities are listed on GrantWatch daily. Are you making a positive impact on our environment? Does your program require additional funding? There is help!

Why Environmental Conservation Is Important

Conservation protects the environment through the responsible use of natural resources. These organizations protect endangered species, ensure we have clean water, protect pollinators, like bees, and much more. Above all, our society must value nature to protect our existence. To illustrate, our existence works in tandem with nature. Did you know? Our food crops rely on bees. Why? You may ask. Bees pollinate commercial food production. These food crops feed people all over the world. Because of this, Pollinator Week was created to showcase ways to protect bees and other pollinators. According to Save The Bees, bee populations have decreased by over 50%, while human populations have increased by over 130%. When we protect our environment we are protecting our future.

Our forests, rivers, oceans and soils provide us with the food we eat, the air we breathe, the water we irrigate our crops with. We also rely on them for numerous other goods and services we depend on for our health, happiness and prosperity. These natural assets are often called the world’s ‘natural capital’

WHY IT’S IMPORTANT THAT WE VALUE NATURE – WWF

How to Find Environmental Conservation & Agriculture Grants

Future-forward funders create environmental conservation & agricultural grants too. The Grant Search tool provides easy-to-use filters allowing grant seekers to search for environment and agriculture grants. Search by recipient type, location, interests, funding source, and deadline. By searching this grant database, you can locate environmental conservation & agricultural grants for your organization within minutes.

Environment & Conservation Grants

1. Grants Awarded for Projects Related to Tree Health Maintenance – Grants of up to $25,000 for projects related to tree health maintenance to increase interactions with birds and pollinators.
2. Public and Private School Teachers for Agricultural Education Projects – $500 to public and private school teachers for educational projects that instill an appreciation for the agricultural industry. Example projects include fruits, vegetables, honey bees, composting, and vermiculture.
3. Grants For Schools and Youth Organizations for Educational Gardens – Up to $500 for schools and youth development organizations to build educational garden projects. The gardens must contain crops, such as corn, wheat, oats, vegetables, chicken coops, bee hives, or livestock projects.
4. Grants Awarded To Nonprofits for Wildlife Protection and Conservation Activities – National and regional efforts to preserve species, groups, and habitats for pollinators, wolves, birds, whales, and more.
5. Funding for Environmental Conservation Projects – Counties, watershed management organizations, watershed districts, and soil and water conservation districts may apply for grant funding for environmental conservation projects.

Farming & Agriculture Grants

1. Grants to Agriculture Producers to Enhance Water Management – Grants of up to $35,000 to agricultural producers to improve water management. Funding is intended to support the growth of primary producers, including bee, crop, and livestock operations, and to enhance the long-term success of the agricultural sector. 
2. Grants to USA Nonprofits to Support Healthy Farms and Communities – Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support healthy farms and communities. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and coalitions that address access to nutritious food while investing in farmers. 
3. Ontario Grant for Businesses & Nonprofits For Green Roof Installation – Grants up to $100,000 for eco-roofs to be installed on new and existing buildings to create habitat for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife.
4. Grants to Repair Environmental Damage Caused by Cannabis Cultivation – Funding is intended for new licensing practices and sustainable cultivation practices supporting partnerships to clean up, remediate, and restore watersheds affected by cannabis cultivation, and related activities. 
5. Producers, Nonprofits, and Collectives to Expand Agriculture – $5,000 to agricultural producers, nonprofit organizations, and cooperatives to expand agriculture.

Need More Help? Hire A Grant Writer

After you have found a grant you are eligible for, the next step is to apply for the grant. You may know how to write a standard grant proposal on your own. In truth, applicants generally apply for a grant themselves. Although this may be true, help is available. If you find yourself in need of a grant writer, do not fret. First, visit GrantWriterTeam.com to find a grant writer to research and apply for grants. Then, sign up as a grant seeker and post a classified ad. Your request should explain that your organization is seeking environmental conservation & agricultural grants. While there is no guarantee of winning a grant, hiring a grant writer will increase your chances of being awarded a grant.

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