Creag Foundation Grants for West Virginia Innovation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in West Virginia may be eligible for funding to develop or expand their work. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to inquire, which may include groups whose wildlife or conservation efforts intersect with broader community needs.
Creag Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience worldwide, including West Virginia, can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. With a mission to strengthen communities, Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage programs serving predominantly economically underserved populations through a year-round LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
West Virginia Community Safety Funding via State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits in West Virginia can apply for State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship grants to support safety, education, and community development initiatives. Organizations working on disaster preparedness, community revitalization, financial literacy, job training, or K–12 and higher education programs may be eligible through this invitation-only process.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Culture
Nonprofit cultural institutions offering arts or science programs for U.S. communities can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general support, including organizations serving West Virginia. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science programs that demonstrate measurable, lasting impact and serve large or underserved populations.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
West Virginia Social Service Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in West Virginia with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support social service programs promoting economic independence and stronger families. The William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides program, capital, and general support, and West Virginia groups whose wildlife work intersects poverty, housing, or youth development may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
West Virginia Community Health Funding via Labcorp
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health and welfare, education, or community services, including those serving West Virginia, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation’s grants to support community health and education initiatives. Funding may help programs like food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, or healthy lifestyle and screening efforts that intersect with conservation or wildlife-related outreach.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations serving urban children and youth through education, health, or family economic stability projects can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation support; awards More than US $50,000 for project work or scaling. Eligible entities in West Virginia and elsewhere in the U.S. may benefit if they meet focus, location, and mission criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Land Conservation Funding from Open Space Institute
Land and habitat conservation nonprofits in West Virginia and other eligible Northeast counties can seek funding to acquire climate-resilient land or conservation easements that permanently protect wildlife habitat. Focused on resilient landscapes, Open Space Institute offers capital grants and short-term low-interest loans for projects within designated focus areas that meet strict resilience, stewardship, and matching criteria.
Open Space Institute Land Trust Inc.
West Virginia Environmental Funding via Roche
Nonprofit charities in West Virginia working on environmental conservation, education, community development, or contemporary arts projects can seek philanthropic support through Roche. With a mission to back sustainable, high-quality initiatives, Roche provides global corporate donations that may benefit wildlife and habitat-related efforts alongside broader humanitarian, social, and science education programs.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian and Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations supporting health, education, or disaster relief can seek funding for marginalized communities worldwide, including work that may intersect with conservation needs in West Virginia. Semnani Family Foundation backs projects in multiple countries and the U.S. that prioritize human welfare, healthcare access, and vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
West Virginia 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust to support charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal law (and California law where applicable), and wildlife or conservation groups with qualifying programs may be competitive applicants.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Cowles Charitable Trust Support for Education
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for education, social justice, health, arts, ethical journalism, or related research can apply for Cowles Charitable Trust grants of up to US $10,000. Wildlife and conservation nonprofits in West Virginia may be eligible if their work aligns with the trust’s mission and funding priorities.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Support for Wildlife Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Wildlife and environmental nonprofits in West Virginia can seek project funding that supports children, education, animals, environmental conservation, humanitarian needs, or arts and culture. Focused on preserving the world we share, the Hansen Family Foundation offers US $1,000 - US $10,000 to US-based 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $1 million and modest overhead.
Hansen Family Foundation
West Virginia Conservation Agency Habitat Grants
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Local watershed associations and community-based groups in West Virginia can receive up to US $5,000 to restore and protect nearby streams and rivers through the West Virginia Stream Partners Program. Grants from West Virginia Conservation Agency support habitat and ecosystem restoration, water quality projects, and community education that benefit wildlife and aquatic ecosystems.
West Virginia Conservation Agency
West Virginia Wildlife Storytelling Funding via Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Wildlife conservation 501(c)(3) nonprofits in West Virginia can apply for the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant, with awards of More than US $50,000 to share the impact of their work. Eligible U.S. organizations aligned with the foundation’s preservation, education, or wellness pillars may receive support to tell powerful conservation stories.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Environment Grants in West Virginia
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on environmental or community service initiatives in West Virginia can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Grants may benefit groups engaged in wildlife, habitat, or broader environmental conservation, as well as peacebuilding and community services projects that respect people, life, and the planet.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Support Funding from Nordstrom
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits providing basic needs or economic mobility programs for youth and families in West Virginia communities with Nordstrom stores can apply for unrestricted support. With a mission to uplift youth and their families, Nordstrom provides grassroots organizations with US $5,000 - US $20,000 to address critical local needs that may intersect with community-based wildlife or outdoor initiatives.
Nordstrom
Youth and Family Support Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
West Virginia nonprofits supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence survivors can access funding through The Tjx Foundation for programs serving vulnerable children and families. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must be within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office and meet specific mission alignment and nondiscrimination requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Environment Grants in West Virginia
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries in West Virginia can apply for Lawrence Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 to support environmental and human services work. U.S.-headquartered organizations with wildlife or broader environmental programs may receive unrestricted program or operating support, with reasonable indirect costs allowed.
Lawrence Foundation
West Virginia Conservation Funding via USDA NRCS
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Agricultural producers and non-industrial private forest landowners in West Virginia can receive payments to manage and expand conservation practices that benefit wildlife and natural resources while maintaining production. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service of West Virginia supports activities like cover crops, rotational grazing, buffer strips, and pollinator habitat through 5-year Conservation Stewardship Program contracts.
USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of West Virginia
NRCS Wildlife Habitat Grants in West Virginia
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
West Virginia agricultural producers, nonindustrial private forest owners, Tribes, and other land stewards can receive NRCS support to implement conservation practices that improve wildlife habitat and overall environmental quality. Focused on working lands, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program funds projects that enhance soil, water, air, and habitat on cropland, pasture, rangeland, and forestland across West Virginia.
USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of West Virginia
Dr Scholl Foundation Support for Conservation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on education, social services, health, civic, cultural, environmental, or conservation-related projects in West Virginia can seek funding for one year of program support. With a mission to improve our world, Dr Scholl Foundation provides grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000, primarily to U.S.-based applicants.
Dr Scholl Foundation
The Nature Conservancy Support for Appalachian Conservation
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Nonprofit conservation and community organizations, municipalities, Tribal Nations, and agencies in West Virginia and other Appalachian states can seek up to US $100,000 to acquire fee or easement interests in resilient, connected lands. The Nature Conservancy supports projects that protect wildlife habitat, enhance climate resilience, and deliver meaningful community benefits such as recreation, water protection, and outdoor access.
The Nature Conservancy
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs for underserved youth, families, food security, or environmental stewardship in West Virginia and beyond can seek funding for community initiatives. With a mission to strengthen communities, Chick Fil A Foundation provides substantial grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 to support education, housing, hunger relief, and related environmental projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Beckley Area Foundation Support for Wildlife
Applications due Jun 30, 2027
Nonprofits, public institutions, schools, and municipalities in West Virginia’s Raleigh County can seek funding for environmental and wildlife preservation programs, education, and related support activities. Grants from Beckley Area Foundation provide up to US $12,000 for projects completed by February 28, 2027 that protect ecosystems and advance wildlife-focused work.
Beckley Area Foundation
Community Partnership Funding from Mutual of America
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
West Virginia wildlife and conservation nonprofits with strong cross-sector partnerships can access funding through the Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award to recognize collaborative efforts addressing significant social issues. U.S.-based organizations whose wildlife work involves model partnerships and measurable community impact may be competitive for these national awards.
Mutual Of America Foundation