Regina B. Frankenberg Foundation Grant - Endangered Species Conservation Status: ACTIVE Funder: Regina Bauer Frankenberg Foundation Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Regina B. Frankenberg…
Conservation Biology Grants
Conservation Biology Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Overview Resilience and Sustainability Science Postdoctoral Fellowship Life on a Sustainable Planet aims to promote evidence-based decision-making, working in concert with local communities to…
SCB Graduate Student Research Fellowship Awards Overview: SCB allocates awards funding to support ten graduate student members whose research advances the science and practice of conserving…
SFI Conservation Grants Overview: The SFI Conservation Grants Program supports collaborative conservation research and projects between SFI-certified organizations and conservation and academic…
Shiu-Ying Hu Student/ Postdoctoral Exchange Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary The Shiu-Ying Hu…
Simons Collaborations in Ecology and Evolution Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Simons Foundation Inc. Amount: US $1,000,000 - US $4,000,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Simons Foundation…
Sinnott Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University Amount: Up to US $7,000 Last Updated: July 17, 2024 Summary The Sinnott Award supports botanical research using the…
Small Grant Program Program Name: Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier Small Grant Program Overview: This program carries on the Montpelier Foundation's role held since 1994 - to provide funding for…
Smithsonian Biodiversity Genomics Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (BioG) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Smithsonian Institution (SI) Amount: Up to US $62,000 Last Updated: August 20, 2025 Summary The…
Society of Systematic Biologists: Graduate Student Research Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society of Systematic Biologists Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary…
Student Research Scholarship for Global Bat Conservation Priorities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bat Conservation International Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: September 13, 2025 Summary Bat…
SWOT Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of the World's Sea Turtles Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,000 Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary SWOT Grants offer funding ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 for…
Systematics, Evolution, and Biodiversity (SysEB) Thomas Say Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Entomological Society of America (ESA) Last Updated: February 20, 2024 Summary The Systematics,…
The Ernst Mayr Travel Grants in Animal Systematics Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harvard University Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Ernst Mayr Travel Grants at Harvard…
The Joyce W. Vickery Research Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Linnean Society of New South Wales Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Joyce W. Vickery Research Fund Grant, offered by the…
TX State Wildlife Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The TX State Wildlife Grants program, initiated by Congress in 2000, offers…
WBFC Research Awards Competition Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington Biologists' Field Club Amount: Up to US $6,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Washington Biologists' Field Club…
Wildlife Acoustics Grant Program: Software-Only Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wildlife Acoustics Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Wildlife…
Wildlife Health (Reptile and Amphibian) - Established Investigator Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Morris Animal Foundation Amount: Approximately US $100,000 Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary…
WNAN Natural History Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Western North American Naturalist Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The WNAN Natural History Research Grant…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of conservation biology grants are available?
- Conservation Biology Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for conservation biology grants?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for conservation biology grants?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
Ready to apply for these grants?
- Assess your eligibility for this grant
- Draft a tailored application narrative
- Track the deadline and get reminders
- Find similar grants from other funders