This annual funding opportunity supports community‑oriented conservation and education projects. The intent of the funds is to help organizations strengthen their work protecting natural places and engaging community members in learning, stewardship, and hands‑on activities that benefit local environments. The support is designed to be flexible so groups can focus on what matters most in their region, whether that’s enhancing habitat quality, expanding outreach, or building partnerships that make their work more effective.
The opportunity is open primarily to nonprofit organizations that are working on conservation or educational initiatives. In some cases, small business partners who are directly involved in community engagement or environmental efforts may be considered, but the emphasis is on collaborative projects that align with shared goals. Individuals generally are not eligible, as the funding is intended to support structured, measurable projects with defined outcomes.
Funding is available for projects throughout various states in the United States, with particular focus on efforts that have a clear impact on local bird habitats and other natural resources. The geographic reach is broad, but priority is given to proposals that demonstrate how they will benefit specific communities or regions through lasting, positive effects.
The amount of support available ranges from around ten thousand dollars for smaller, capacity‑building efforts to up to twenty‑five thousand dollars for more comprehensive projects that involve coordinated partnerships or substantial community engagement. These amounts are intended to provide meaningful resources to help groups implement their ideas effectively, whether that involves planning, direct action, monitoring, or outreach.
The opportunity recurs each year, allowing interested organizations to plan ahead and align their project timelines with the annual application cycle. By offering dependable, targeted support, this funding aims to help communities and their partner organizations make measurable progress on work that benefits people and the natural world.
