Conservation districts play a vital role in preserving our natural resources. However, funding these important projects can often be a challenge. Don’t worry, we’re here to help! This page provides several resources to help you search for, find, and apply for grants to fund your Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs).
Funding Resources
Here are some online platforms where you can find funding opportunities:
- Community Foundations: Indiana
- Community Foundations locator
- Foundation Center
- Grants.Gov
- Grantsmanship Center
Specialized Funding Sources
There are also agencies and foundations that provide funding specifically for environmental and conservation projects:
- IDEM Watersheds & Nonpoint Source Water Pollution eServices
- ISDA Grants
- Indiana Department of Natural Resources Urban & Forestry Grants
- Indiana Forestry Educational Foundation
- Lake and River Enhancement Program (LARE)
- Landowner and Wildlife Habitat Assistance
- Regional Conservation Partnership Program – Indiana
- National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) Technical Assistance Grants
- NACD Urban and Community Conservation Grant Initiative
- Friends of NACD District Grants Program
- National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF)
- Natural Resources Conservation Service – Conservation Innovative Grants
- Natural Resources Conservation Service – Programs & Initiatives, Indiana
- NFWF Foundation
- Duke Energy Foundation
Additional Resources
Below are some additional resources that provide funding opportunities as well as professional development:
- Serve Indiana: Funding Opportunities
- Indiana United Way (IUW) Learning
- Indiana Watershed Leadership Program
- SWCD Board Leadership Program (BLP)
Remember: Each funding source has its own application process and requirements. Be sure to thoroughly review the details before applying.
Ready to Get Started?
IASWCD provides a Grants Basics I and II training for districts on the Training page.
Now that you have these resources at your fingertips, it’s time to get to work. Apply for funding today and help us make a difference in our environment. Let’s conserve, preserve, and protect together!