Habitat, Stormwater and Shellfish Strategic Initiative Lead (SIL) funding

EPA National Estuary Funding (NEP) for Puget Sound Recovery

Department of Ecology 6PPD Funding

Funding available for 6PPD Stormwater Research: Ecology's 6PPD Team anticipates receiving $2.9 million for new 6PPD stormwater management research. This funding will support 2 years of research from July 2025 - June 2027. Qualifying funding recipients include Tribal Nations and public organizations as defined by RCW 39.34.020. If you have a project idea, reach out to Madison at madison.bristol@ecy.wa.gov to set up an initial meeting. To learn more about this funding, please visit 6PPD stormwater research website.

Though there is no deadline for proposals, pitches received between April - June 2025 and projects led by or in collaboration with Tribal Nations will be prioritized for funding.

Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program Grants - RFPs RELEASED NOV 19th

This grant program, administered by the Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) provides grants and technical assistance for projects that restore and conserve near-shore areas in Puget Sound. Match requirements have been eliminated for 2026 grants! There are multiple grant areas and application dates vary. Learn more and see RFPs as they are released HERE.

Pacific Marine and Estuarine Fish Habitat Partnership Grants

The RFP for the FY27 grants will be released on June 8th, with an expected application date in October. Learn more HERE.

NAWCA US Small Grants

The North American Wetlands Conservation Fund Small Grants promote public/private partnerships interested in improving, restoring, and managing wetland ecosystems. Learn more HERE.

Applications due June 25th

Ocean Guardian School Grants

The Ocean Guardian School programs funds projects focused on issues affecting local watersheds and/or the ocean. These (very) small grants are open to schools in Clallam and Jefferson Counties. Learn more HERE.

Applications due July 1st

Indigenous Tomorrows Fund

These grants from Native Americans in Philanthropy focus on youth-serving programming. Of special interest is the focus on Nurturing That Which Nourishes Us, programs around Indigenous foodways, lands, and waters. Learn more HERE.

Applications due July 14th

RCO Planning for Recreation Access Grant

This program funds planning projects that lack adequate access to recreation opportunities, including small rural communities. Learn more and watch informational webinar HERE.

Applications due July 15th

National Sea Grant Law Center

Letters of Interest for small projects that address legal questions related to ocean or coastal laws. Learn more and apply HERE.

LOIs accepted on a rolling basis through August 1st, 2026

Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship

FOFFOS awards grants for projects that promote conservation, ecosystem restoration and protection, and advocacy and community stewardship of ocean and coastal areas. Learn more HERE.

Applications due October 12th

HEAL Capacity Grant Program

The Front and Centered collaborative will award 18 grants for $20,000 to community organizations that advance the goals of the Healthy Environment for All Act. Learn more HERE.

Applications for Round 2 due on November 13th

Richard King Mellon Foundation

While largely focused on Pennsylvania for most of their funding programs, RKMF funds habitat conservation and stewardship across the country. Learn more HERE.

Leiter Family Foundation

The Leiter Family Foundation supports community-based non-profits dedicated to preservation of habitat and environmental education. Learn more about these small grants HERE.

Applications due December 1st

Private Funding Opportunities

Spark Good Local Grants (Walmart Foundation) Proposal due: 7.15.26

Change Happens‍ ‍(Change Happens Foundation) Proposal due: Rolling