Funding Organizations
This database lists organizations from the public and private sector that fund or invest in projects promoting wetland conservation, wise use and restoration. This database is not exhaustive, it serves as a directory for people searching for possible funders. Email ramsar@ramsar.org to suggest updates or additions to the Database.
| Name | Short Name | Organization type | Areas of support | Grant size | Geographic interest | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2030 Water Resources Group | 2030 WRG | Other | The 2030 Water Resources Group is a public, private, civil society partnership hosted by the World Bank Group. The partnership supports country-level collaboration designed to unite diverse groups with a common interest in the sustainable management of water resources. | Afrique, Asie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Aage V. Jensen Foundations | Foundation | The Aage V. Jensen Foundations were established by the Danish master carpenter, Aage V. Jensen. The Foundation is a pro-active foundation and most of the grants are awarded to either strategic project development partnerships that identify solutions to known problems or to the launching and managing of the Foundation’s own projects. (These donations are by invitation only.) Projects must be non-profit and support restoration and conservation of nature and biodiversity. |
$50-100K | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| AB in Bev | Company | ABinBev invests financial and technical resources into green infrastructure initiatives, conservation and reforestation projects, habitat restoration efforts and improved water infrastructure. Smart agriculture and water stewardship are listed as the sustainability goals of the company. | No Information | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Adaptation Fund | Other | The Adaptation Fund finances projects and programmes that help vulnerable communities in developing countries adapt to climate change. Initiatives are based on country needs, views and priorities. | $100K-1M | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Agence Française de Développement | AFD | Company | The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Group funds, supports and accelerates the transition to a fairer and more sustainable world. Focusing on climate, biodiversity, peace, education, urban development, health and governance, our teams carry out more than 4,000 projects in France’s overseas departments and territories and another 115 countries. In this way, we contribute to the commitment of France and French people to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). | $1M+ | Afrique | Website |
| Arcadia Fund | Foundation | Acadia is a charitable fund that supports selected organizations that preserve culture, protect the environment and promote open access. Arcadia offers grants to protect threatened biodiversity and landscapes, trains conservation professionals. The focus is on four approaches; - On-Site conservation - Off Site conservation - Policy advocacy - Conservation leadership |
$1M+ | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Avina | Foundation | Avina supports innovations to promote eco-efficiency, biodiversity and environmental sustainability. A key role is played by the sustainable production of healthy food. In the field of environment and nutrition, Avina supports innovation to promote eco-efficiency, biodiversity and ecological sustainability. Sustainable production of healthy food is a key factor. |
Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | ||
| Bernard F. & Alva B. Gimbel Foundation | Gimbel Foundation | Foundation | The Foundation supports a range of environmental issues. Among these are initiatives aimed at; - Combating climate change by reducing carbon emissions - Ensuring access to clean air and water - Restoring the health of the oceans and preserving marine ecosystems. |
$50-100K | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website |
| Blue Action Fund | Foundation | Blue Action Fund’s Grant Programme supports projects that are implemented by national and international non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in their efforts to conserve the ocean and improve the livelihoods of coastal communities in developing countries. | $1M+ | Afrique | ||
| CARITAS | NGO/INGO | Caritas Internationalis is a confederation of over 160 members who are working at the grassroots in almost every country of the world. Some Caritas country offices fund environment, disaster risk reduction and livelihood projects. Links to the national organizations can be found on the international Caritas website. | $1M+ | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Christensen Fund | Foundation | The Christensen Fund offers grants guided by the decisions of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Convention on Biological Diversity. | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | ||
| ClimateWorks Foundation | Foundation | The ClimateWorks Forests and Land Use program is led by the Climate and Land Use Alliance (CLUA), which supports policies, practices, and partnerships that halt and reverse forest loss, advance sustainable land use and development, and secure the rights and livelihoods of indigenous and forest communities. | No Information | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Coca-Cola Foundation | Company | The Coca-Cola Foundation is the international philanthropic arm of Coca-Cola and awards grants in the following priority areas; - Empowering women: economic empowerment and entrepreneurship - Protecting the environment: access to clean water, water conservation and recycling - Enhancing communities: education, youth development and other community and civic initiatives |
$100K-1M | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Code Blue Foundation | Foundation | Code Blue is a charitable foundation and supports projects that promote; - Ocean conservation - Watershed & fisheries - Conservation media |
No Information | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Common Wealth Foundation | Foundation | The Foundation’s Grants Programme supports innovative project ideas and approaches that seek to strengthen the ability of civic voices to engage with governments to improve governance and development outcomes through their active participation. | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | ||
| COmoN Foundation | Foundation | The COmON Foundation is a private, charitable fund, dedicated to the regeneration and re-greening of degraded areas worldwide, empowering communities, optimising land use and nurturing nature, based on innovative approaches. | Afrique, Europe, Océanie | Website | ||
| Conservation International | CI | NGO/INGO | Conservation International CI works with more than 2,000 partners to protect nature. The Organization supports in interventions in protected areas, on land, marine and in coastal areas. |
No Information | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website |
| Cornell Douglas Foundation | Foundation | The Cornell Douglas Foundation provides small grants to organizations which advocate for; - Environmental health & justice - Land conservation - Sustainability of resources - Watershed protection |
$10-50K | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) | Multilateral | CEPF has funded biodiversity conservation projects led by more than 2,500 grantees around the world. We support civil society organizations of all sizes—from farmers' cooperatives and community groups to universities and international nongovernmental organizations. | $100K-1M | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Danone Group (Evian) | Danone Evian | Company | Danone’s Social Innovation Funds, invest in projects that strengthen ecosystems and find solutions to address poverty, environment degradation, climate change and access to water. |
$50-100K | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website |
| David & Lucile Packard Foundation | Foundation | The Conservation and Science Program of the David & Lucile Packard Foundation invests in actions and ideas that conserve and restore ecosystems while enhancing human well-being. Funding priority areas include; Climate, Ocean, Land, Science, Agriculture, Livelihoods and Conservation. |
No Information | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| David Suzuki Foundation | Foundation | The David Suzuki Foundation works to conserve and protect the natural environment mainly in Canada with a focus on the following areas; - Climate solutions - Biodiversity - Environmental rights - Oceans - Cities |
No Information | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord, Océanie, Amérique latine et les Caraibes | Website | |
| Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit | Giz | Government | No Information | Afrique, Asie, Europe, Amérique du Nord | Website | |
| Federal Agency for Nature Conservation | BfN | Government | BfN funds projects by initiatives, associations, scientific institutions and other stakeholders that serve nature conservation and landscape management. | $50-100K | Afrique | Website |
| Federal Agency for Nature Conservation | BfN | Government | BfN funds projects by initiatives, associations, scientific institutions and other stakeholders that serve nature conservation and landscape management. | $50-100K | Afrique | Website |