Fish and Wildlife Preservation Grants

Fish and Wildlife Preservation Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: County of Santa Clara
Last Updated: September 16, 2025

Summary

The Santa Clara County Fish and Game Commission invites applications for Fish and Wildlife Preservation Grants. These funds support projects aimed at enhancing local fish and wildlife resources, including education events and habitat improvements. Established in 1960, the Commission emphasizes ecosystem health and sustainable practices. Eligible organizations can apply for funding to conduct activities that protect and restore wildlife, with applications due 17 days prior to Commission meetings.

Overview

The Santa Clara County Fish and Game Commission is accepting grant applications for enhancement projects related to fish and wildlife resources in Santa Clara County. The Commission, established by the County Board of Supervisors in 1960, has a special Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund used to protect, conserve, propagate, and enhance fish and wildlife within Santa Clara County. Healthy and natural ecosystems are vital. That is why the Commission seeks to minimize the effect of human intervention on the environment with funds from grants. This supports the goals of protecting, enhancing, and restoring fish and wildlife. Commission activities are governed by the California Fish and Game Code (Sections 13100-13104). All requests should be submitted at least 17 days prior to the Fish and Game Commission meetings to be considered at the upcoming meeting. Projects that may qualify non-profit organizations to receive Commission funding include: Hosting events focused on wildlife and fisheries education.Holding youth field days or other fish and wildlife activities.Improving fish and wildlife habitats.Providing temporary emergency treatment and care to injured or orphaned wildlife.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.