Conservation, Environment and Public Trails Grant Program
This grant funds science-based conservation, habitat restoration, and public trails projects in Santa Barbara County, prioritizing sustainability, community engagement, and measurable environmental impact.
Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Application Deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per project; grant period up to one year
Summary: Supports conservation, environmental sustainability, habitat restoration, and public trails projects in Santa Barbara County, emphasizing community impact and partnerships.
Key Information: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits or use an eligible fiscal sponsor; only projects serving Santa Barbara County are eligible.
Description
The Conservation, Environment and Public Trails Grant Program funds projects that promote environmental sustainability, land conservation, habitat restoration, and the development or improvement of public trails throughout Santa Barbara County. The program prioritizes initiatives that foster partnerships, community engagement, and alignment with regional strategies such as the Conservation Blueprint or Food Action Plan. Funded projects are expected to have clear, measurable goals and a plan for long-term impact and sustainability. Eligible activities include ecological restoration, educational programming, conservation planning, and trail development or improvement.
