[Alaska Conservation Foundation](https://alaskaconservation.org)

Rolling

$500–$2,000 per grant; short-term, project-based funding

Supports innovative, experimental projects advancing conservation and environmental protection in Alaska.

Preference for grassroots organizations with annual budgets under $400,000.

--- ## Description The Discovery Grants Program, offered by the Alaska Conservation Foundation, funds innovative and experimental projects that advance the conservation of Alaska’s natural environment. The program aims to foster creative approaches, pilot new initiatives, and support the development of solutions to emerging conservation challenges in Alaska. By encouraging experimentation and risk-taking, the program seeks to identify promising strategies for protecting Alaska’s lands, waters, and wildlife, catalyzing efforts with lasting impact. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no fixed deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - Grant awards range from **$500 to $2,000** per project. - Funding is intended for short-term, project-based activities. - Up to 10% of the grant may be used for administrative fees. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be **nonprofit organizations** in Alaska or have an Alaska-based program. - Eligible entities include: - 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(6) organizations - Federally recognized tribes - Projects must directly engage in Alaska conservation and align with Alaska Conservation Foundation priorities. - **Preference** is given to grassroots organizations with annual operating budgets under $400,000. - Current ACF grantees must be in good standing with grant reporting. - **Ineligible:** For-profit organizations, individuals, education programs or scholarships, capital campaigns, equipment/land acquisition, ongoing operating expenses, and research-only projects. --- ## Application Process - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. - Interested applicants should review the [program guidelines (PDF)](https://alaskaconservation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/2022.12.13-Discovery-Grants-Guidelines.docx.pdf). - Contact ACF staff with questions or to discuss eligible activities before applying. --- ## Additional Information ### Supported Activities - Training for staff and board - Conference fees - Meeting facilitation - Outreach and advocacy - Legal assistance - Strategic program expansion - Travel ### Restrictions - No funding for equipment, land acquisition, research-only projects, education programs, scholarships, capital campaigns, or general operating expenses. --- ## External Links - [Discovery Grants Program Overview](https://alaskaconservation.org/community-resources/grant-opportunities/discovery-grants-program) - [Program Guidelines (PDF)](https://alaskaconservation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/2022.12.13-Discovery-Grants-Guidelines.docx.pdf) - [Alaska Conservation Foundation Contact Page](https://alaskaconservation.org/about/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------|---------------| | Alaska Conservation Foundation Grants Team | [grants@alaskaconservation.org](mailto:grants@alaskaconservation.org) | 907-276-1917 | | General Inquiries | [info@alaskaconservation.org](mailto:info@alaskaconservation.org) | 907-276-1917 |

Discovery Grants Program

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