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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Wildlife Health (Reptile and Amphibian) - Established Investigator Grant Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Morris Animal Foundation invites Established Investigators to submit pre-proposals for research focused on reptile and amphibian health.	Not published	$100K
Maliasili Conservation Fund (MCF) Maliasili Initiatives Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A groundbreaking pooled funding initiative launched to provide multi-year, unrestricted support to a portfolio of Africa's leading conservation organizations.	Not published	Varies
OWEB Small Grant Projects Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The OWEB Small Grant Projects support local restoration initiatives across Oregon, offering up to $20,000 for on-the-ground projects that enhance water quality, aquatic species, and wildlife habitats.	Not published	Up to $20K
Bergstrom Grant Association of Field Ornithologistsinc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Bergstrom Grant, established in memory of E. Alexander Bergstrom, supports research on the natural history and ecology of birds.	Not published	Up to $2K
Gilchrist Foundation: Micro-Grant Gilchrist Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Gilchrist Foundation offers micro-grants up to $5,000 to support nonprofit organizations focused on the arts, wildlife conservation, and disaster relief, particularly in the Sioux City area.	Not published	Up to $5K
Patrick Conant Memorial Scholarship Hawaii Wildlife Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Memorial scholarship honoring Patrick Conant, supporting students committed to wildlife conservation and environmental education	Not published	Varies
The Environmental Fund of Texas: Tier 4 - Multi-year Grants The Environmental Fund of Texas · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Environmental Fund of Texas offers Tier 4 multi-year grants to support nonprofit organizations dedicated to preserving natural habitats and ecosystems in Texas.	Not published	Up to $50K
Asia Wild Grant Program Asia Wild · Foundation Not published · Varies Asia Wild provides grants to small and local animal welfare organizations worldwide that rescue and protect animals.	Not published	Varies
SWOT Grants State of the World's Sea Turtles · State Not published · $1K – $2K SWOT Grants offer funding ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 for sea turtle research and conservation projects globally.	Not published	$1K – $2K
State ANS Comprehensive Management Plan (FY26)) 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
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY27) Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the award.	Not published	Varies
Sierra Meadows Restoration Program Point Reyes Bird Observatory · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sierra Meadows Restoration Program funds and implements meadow restoration projects across the Sierra Nevada.	Not published	Varies
Endangered Species (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Assist in the development of programs for the conservation of endangered and threatened species. Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the award.	Not published	Varies
Community Pond Program Grants Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks · Foundation Not published · $1K – $150K The Community Pond Program Grants aim to enhance fishing opportunities in Montana communities by funding the construction or improvement of public fishing ponds.	Not published	$1K – $150K
Raven Studies - Common Raven Monitoring and Management within Desert Tortoise Conservation Areas RFP National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is currently seeking proposals to organize and analyze raven monitoring and management data collected from 2013-2017 in the California range of the desert tortoise.	Not published	Varies
AOS-Sponsored Student Memberships American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Sponsored memberships in the American Ornithological Society for students.	Not published	Varies
SDYHA Wildlife Banquet Grant Program South Dakota Youth Hunting Adventures · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Travel Grants American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Travel funding for ornithological professionals and students.	Not published	Varies
New York Pollinator Conservation Fund - Type 2: Two-Year Project Grants The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies U.S. pollinator populations have declined significantly over the past 50 years. For example, the eastern monarch butterfly population has fallen by more than 90 percent since the 1990s.	Not published	Varies
Primate Conservation Inc. Grant Primate Conservation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Primate Conservation Inc. Grant supports vital field research aimed at conserving endangered primate species in their natural habitats. Open to graduate students and conservationists, it prioritizes projects in Asia and West Africa.	Not published	$3K – $5K
A.F. Skutch Medal Grant Association of Field Ornithologistsinc · Foundation Not published · $1K The A.F. Skutch Medal, awarded by the Association of Field Ornithologists, honors outstanding contributions to Neotropical ornithology.	Not published	$1K
Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment Grant Ecological Society of Australia · Foundation Not published · Up to $9K The Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment Grant, offered by the Ecological Society of Australia, supports Australian PhD students with research funding up to $22,500 for wildlife studies.	Not published	Up to $9K
Charlotte Martin Foundation Wildlife & Habitat Grant Charlotte Y Martin Foundation-Ima · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charlotte Martin Foundation funds Wildlife and Habitat programs - stewardship of vital ecosystems, conservation of critical habitat and species based on sound conservation biology and regional collaboration.	Not published	Varies
Wild Sheep Foundation: Grant-In-Aid (GIA) Funding Wild Sheep Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF) offers Grant-In-Aid (GIA) funding to support conservation and management programs for wild sheep populations across North America and Central Asia.	Not published	Up to $200K

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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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