Grants & Eligibility

Request for Proposals Regenerative Land Initiative

• Elevar Fund
• Release Date: May 15, 2026
• LOI Deadline: August 31, 2026
• Award Range: $50,000 – $150,000, to 2 – 4 recipients

1. Introduction

The Elevar Fund invites proposals for projects that advance regenerative land management practices and contribute to ecological restoration, climate resilience, biodiversity enhancement, and sustainable community development.

This grant program is designed to support bold approaches toward improving land stewardship while generating measurable environmental, economic, and social benefits.

From early-stage support to established organizations facing a critical moment or looking to expand, we welcome hearing about how we can support your creative solutions to today’s challenges.

2. Program Purpose

The purpose of this grant program is to accelerate the development and implementation of regenerative land management approaches that:

• Restore ecosystem health
• Improve soil function and biodiversity
• Enhance water quality and retention
• Increase resilience to climate impacts
• The program encourages projects that combine scientific innovation, practical implementation, and community engagement.

3. Funding Priorities

Priority consideration will be given to projects addressing one or more of the following areas:

A. Regenerative Agriculture
Examples include:

• Cover cropping systems
• Agroforestry and silvopasture
• Adaptive grazing systems
• No-till or reduced-till farming
• Compost and nutrient cycling innovations
• Soil carbon enhancement practices

B. Ecosystem Restoration
Examples include:

• Wetland restoration
• Riparian restoration
• Native habitat rehabilitation
• Pollinator corridor development
• Reforestation and afforestation
• Invasive species mitigation

C. Technology and Data Innovation
Examples include:

• Remote sensing tools
• Soil monitoring systems
• Carbon accounting methodologies
• Open-source regenerative planning platforms

4. Attributes of a competitive proposal

• Problem-first approach: Address urgent and critical challenges in an innovative fashion.
• Solution-oriented mindset: Work within existing systems while leveraging current stakeholders, infrastructure, and incentives to expand impact effectively.
• Replicable: Focus on scalable solutions, avoiding isolated or short-term interventions.
• 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations or fiscally sponsored by one
• Geographically aligned – projects must be based in the United States
• Relevant expertise or partnerships
• Ability to track and report measurable outcomes
• Financial sustainability
• Ability to deliver the project within the proposed timeframe, manage funds provided and conduct required reporting and analysis.

5. Funding Restrictions

Grant funds may not be used for:

• Political lobbying activities
• General operating support unrelated to the project
• Retrospective reimbursement for completed activities
• Projects lacking measurable impact metrics

6. Award Information

* Awards are expected to range from $50,000 – $150,000.

* Project durations may range from 12 to 18 months.

The Elevar Fund reserves the right to fund all or part of a proposal.

7. Process

This funding opportunity is a two-step process in which applicants will first submit a one-page Letter of Intent (LOI) through the Elevar Fund’s online grant interface describing the proposed project.

All letters will be reviewed within three weeks of the LOI due date.

For projects receiving additional consideration, applicants will be contacted for further information specific to the project and one-on-one interviews.

Please verify your grant eligibility status before submitting a one-page LOI through our application form.

8. About Us

Founded in 2025, the Elevar Fund is a philanthropic initiative based in Springboro, Ohio that seeks to elevate community impact through strategic giving and deep partnership.

“Elevar” — meaning to lift, raise, or elevate — reflects our belief that meaningful change comes from empowering those closest to the work.