Wildlife Grants

Last updated August 3, 2026

There are currently 726 active wildlife grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Grant Deadline Amount
2026 Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund: Conservation Planning Assistance (Nontraditional Section 6)
August 14, 2026
$100 – $100M
2026 Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund: HCP Land Acquisition (Nontraditional Section 6)
August 14, 2026
$1M – $2.6B
Peter Hathaway Capstick Hunting Heritage Award
August 25, 2026
Varies
American Eagle Foundation Bald Eagle Grants
September 1, 2026
Up to $100K
Conservation Trailblazer Award
September 1, 2026
$10K
Trout and Salmon Foundation Habitat Restoration Grants
September 30, 2026
$1K – $10K
F26AS00069 Coastal Program FY26
September 30, 2026
$100 – $50M
F26AS00068 Partners for Fish and Wildlife FY26
September 30, 2026
$100 – $75M
Research and Conservation Grants
October 1, 2026
Varies
ARAV Research & Conservation Grant
October 1, 2026
Up to $5K
Community Grants Program
October 1, 2026
Varies
Special Projects
October 2, 2026
Varies
Grant Request Application
December 1, 2026
Varies
Walter F. Coxe Research Grants
December 15, 2026
Up to $3K
Private Forest Accord Grant Program
December 31, 2026
Up to $10M
Gabriel G. Paz Conservation Scholarship Fund
December 31, 2026
Varies
Audubon Wildlife Fund Grants
January 15, 2027
Varies
ARAV Conservation of Reptiles & Amphibians Grant
January 15, 2027
$2K
Non-profit Organization Grants
January 31, 2027
$500 – $3K
Student Grant Applications
January 31, 2027
Varies
Birdathon Grant Program
February 25, 2027
$500 – $5K
Linda J. Allison Memorial Grant
March 15, 2027
$3K
Lee Roy Gordon Scholarship Grant
May 31, 2027
$2K
Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP)
October 31, 2027
Varies

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About wildlife grants

Wildlife grants support conservation, habitat restoration, and recovery efforts for fish, birds, mammals, and other species. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) are central funders, often working together on competitive programs, with additional support from NOAA and private foundations. Nonprofits, tribes, universities, and state and local agencies commonly apply.

Wildlife Grants by state

Browse wildlife grants available to organizations in 9 states.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available for wildlife conservation?

Funding supports habitat restoration, species recovery, climate resilience, and community conservation partnerships on both public and private lands. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation runs many competitive programs, including large efforts like the America the Beautiful Challenge, and federal agencies fund species- and region-specific work. Most programs emphasize measurable habitat or species outcomes and often require match.

Does the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service fund wildlife projects?

Yes. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service funds wildlife and habitat work directly and in partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, including joint grant rounds for watersheds like the Chesapeake Bay. Eligible applicants typically include states, tribes, nonprofits, and academic institutions undertaking high-priority restoration and conservation projects.

Who else funds wildlife nonprofits?

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the nation's largest private conservation grantmaker, channels public and private dollars to fish, wildlife, and plant projects. NOAA funds fisheries and marine species work, and many private, corporate, and community foundations support wildlife causes. State wildlife agencies also administer federal funds that reach local partners.

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