Open
Environmental Conservation
Supports conservation initiatives and ecosystem protection
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This Environmental Conservation program supports initiatives focused on protecting critical ecosystems. The current programs include the Andes-Amazon Initiative, Marine Conservation Initiative, Special Projects, and Wild Salmon Ecosystems Initiative.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Finance and insurance
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Grant-making Foundations
- International Activities
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Andes-Amazon Initiative
- Conservation and Markets Initiative
- Marine Conservation Initiative
- Special Projects
- Wild Salmon Ecosystems Initiative
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- NGOs
- Indigenous organizations
- Research institutions
- Government agencies
- Private sector partners
Who is not eligible
- Applicants submitting unsolicited grant proposals.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia, Canada
- Canada
How to apply
1
Review program fit
- Review the program’s tightly defined grantmaking strategies and current priorities.
- Confirm that your project fits within Environmental Conservation and its current initiatives.
2
Send brief inquiry
- If you have thoughts or inquiries related to the foundation’s work, prepare a brief email of about 100 words.
- Send your message to inquiry@moore.org.
3
Await response
- Do not submit an unsolicited grant proposal, as the foundation does not accept them.
- Wait for follow-up only if the foundation responds to your inquiry.
Processing and Agreement
- Unsolicited grant proposals are not accepted.
- Brief inquiry emails may be sent for thoughts or questions related to the Foundation’s work.
Additional information
- The majority of the Foundation’s grants in Canada are for Environmental Conservation initiatives in British Columbia.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Environmental Conservation Program
What is the Environmental Conservation?
This Environmental Conservation program supports initiatives focused on protecting critical ecosystems. The current programs include the Andes-Amazon Initiative, Marine Conservation Initiative, Special Projects, and Wild Salmon Ecosystems Initiative.
Who is eligible for the Environmental Conservation program?
To be eligible for the Environmental Conservation program, you must:
The majority of the Foundation’s grants in Canada are for Environmental Conservation initiatives in British Columbia.
What expenses are eligible under Environmental Conservation?
Andes-Amazon Initiative
Conservation and Markets Initiative
Marine Conservation Initiative
Special Projects
Wild Salmon Ecosystems Initiative
Who can I contact for more information about the Environmental Conservation?
You can contact Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation (GBMF) by email at inquiry@moore.org or by phone at 650-213-3000.
Where is the Environmental Conservation available?
The Environmental Conservation program is available across Canada.
Is the Environmental Conservation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Environmental Conservation is a undefined
Who are the financial supporters of the Environmental Conservation?
Environmental Conservation is funded by Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation (GBMF)