Wildlife Grants

Last updated October 6, 2026

Grantable tracks 732 active wildlife grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 7 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 365 list an award amount, with a median of $7,500.

Grants tracked: 732; from 394 funders
Median award: $7,500; middle half $2,500–$50K
Total listed funding: $65.6M; across 365 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 9; 20 with a published date

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ABC Conservation Awards Grant African Bird Club · Foundation Not published · Up to £3,000 The ABC Conservation Awards, funded by the African Bird Club, provide grants of up to £3,000 for conservation projects in Africa.	Not published	Up to £3,000
Alice Zawadzki Land Conservation Fund The North Carolina Native Plant Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2017 through a bequest from Alice Zawadzki, a longtime NCNPS member and former president (2002-2006). The fund helps land trust organizations preserve natural habitats through land purchases and conservation easements.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Conservationist Grant Program Conservation Nation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
CPW Director's Innovation Fund Grant Great Outdoors Colorado · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The CPW Director's Innovation Fund, established by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), supports innovative projects that enhance the missions of both organizations.	Not published	Up to $25K
Knight Family Charitable Foundation Grants The Knight Family Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Knight Family Charitable Foundation, established by Peg and Bill Knight, focuses on enhancing community welfare through humanitarian support, education, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
PMCA Research and Conservation Grant Purple Martin Conservation Association · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Purple Martin Conservation Association offers the PMCA Research and Conservation Grant to support research on Purple Martins.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Invasive Carp removal and monitoring in the Upper Mississippi River (CAFWS-181) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Conduct fish and wildlife management activities that align with the conservation, restoration, and management goals and priorities of the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Offices.	Not published	Varies
AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (CAFWS-179) Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security · Foundation Not published · Up to $499K The AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (CAFWS-179) program offers crucial technical and financial support for the protection and restoration of the Great Lakes ecosystem.	Not published	Up to $499K
Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative: Request for Proposals Grant The Friends of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative, led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, aims to support land trusts in conserving private lands for bird protection.	Not published	Up to $25K
AIS Grants to Great Lakes States (FY25) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies To provide technical and financial assistance to implement the highest priority actions in order to protect and restore the Great Lakes.	Not published	Varies
Greater Lake Superior Foundation Grant Program The Greater Lake Superior Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Greater Lake Superior Foundation Grant Program provides $2000 grants annually to support graduate research on Coaster Brook Trout in Lake Superior and its tributaries.	Not published	$2K
Innovations for Conservation of Desert Tortoise Populations or Habitat RFP Grant Desert Tortoise Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $9K The Desert Tortoise Council invites proposals for conservation projects aimed at enhancing desert tortoise populations and habitats.	Not published	$9K
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) seeks proposals to advance pollinator conservation.	Not published	Varies
ACA Conservation, Community, and Education Grants Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The ACA Conservation, Community, and Education Grants support projects that conserve and enhance Alberta's fish, wildlife, and habitats.	Not published	Up to $40K
Gilchrist Foundation: Project Grant Gilchrist Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Gilchrist Foundation offers project grants to pre-selected non-profit organizations that align with its mission in the arts, wildlife conservation, public broadcasting, and disaster relief, primarily focusing on the Sioux City area.	Not published	$5K
Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Grant Program California Wildlife Conservation Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Grant Program, initiated by the California Wildlife Conservation Board, aims to protect and restore California's diverse habitats.	Not published	Varies
SITKA: Ecosystem Grants W.L. Gore & Associates Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K SITKA Ecosystem Grants support projects that enhance ecosystems and promote conservation efforts.	Not published	$3K – $20K
Des Cooper Conservation Award Grant Australasian Wildlife Management Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Des Cooper Conservation Award, established by the Australasian Wildlife Management Society in 2011, honors student members excelling in wildlife management research.	Not published	Up to $3K
PDCED: Tourism Accredited Zoos Program Grant Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tourism Accredited Zoos Program, funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, supports accredited zoos in enhancing their facilities and promoting attendance through marketing initiatives.	Not published	Varies
BIWFC Grant The Dietrich W Botstiber Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Botstiber Institute for Wildlife Fertility Control (BIWFC) focuses on advancing reproductive management to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts through collaborative efforts.	Not published	Varies
H. Branch Howe Grant Georgia Ornithological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The H. Branch Howe Grant, offered by the Georgia Ornithological Society, supports graduate students conducting ornithological research in Georgia.	Not published	Up to $15K
Future for Nature Award Grant Future for Nature Foundation · Foundation Not published · €50,000 The Future for Nature Award recognizes and supports young conservationists dedicated to protecting biodiversity. Award winners receive €50,000 and international recognition to enhance their conservation efforts.	Not published	€50,000
Northern Great Plains Program Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200K – $1.5M Since our creation by Congress in 1984, NFWF has grown to become the nation’s largest private conservation foundation.	Not published	$200K – $1.5M
Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program: Metro Grant Cycle Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $5K – $500K The Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program, managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, offers competitive grants ranging from $5,000 to $500,000 for projects that restore, protect, or enhance vital habitats like prairies…	Not published	$5K – $500K

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do wildlife grants award?

Of the 732 wildlife grants Grantable lists as of October 6, 2026, 365 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $7,500, and the middle half fall between $2,500 and $50K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most wildlife grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Natural Resources (32), National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (28), California Department of Fish and Wildlife (17), American Ornithological Society (10), and Raptor Research Foundation (10). In all, 394 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are wildlife grants due?

Of 732 grants listed, 9 accept applications on a rolling basis, 20 have a published upcoming deadline, 61 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 642 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 55% fall in October–December.

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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