Wildlife Preservation Fund - Rehab Facilities (IL) Grant

The Wildlife Preservation Fund for Rehabilitation Facilities in Illinois supports the maintenance of facilities that care for threatened or endangered species. Eligible applicants include individuals, government organizations, and nonprofits with a wildlife rehabilitation license. Grant funds, ranging from $4,000 to $25,000, can be used for structural repairs and maintenance of existing rehabilitation facilities. This funding aims to ensure the well-being of vulnerable wildlife through improved care and resources.

Maintenance of wildlife rehabilitation facilities that take care of threatened or endangered species.
Eligible recipients are limited to those persons who possess a current wildlife rehabilitation license/permit issued by the Department and who have provided care for threatened or endangered wildlife species during the previous three years. Eligible projects are limited to those projects necessary for maintenance of facilities used to rehabilitate threatened or endangered species. Eligible uses of grant funds are limited to structural repair and maintenance of existing buildings, pens, cages and appurtenant facilities used to take care of threatened or endangered wildlife species in the 3-year period preceding the date of their application for grant funds. Grants shall be limited to a maximum of $2,000 to qualified, eligible applicants per year.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: IndividualsGovernment OrganizationsNonprofit OrganizationsAdditional Eligibility Information:Entity must be a licensed wildlife rehabilitation facility.