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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Menke Scholarship to Improve Wildlife Habitat Grant Webster Groves Nature Study Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Menke Scholarship, offered by the Webster Groves Nature Study Society, aims to enhance wildlife habitats in Missouri.	Not published	Up to $4K
Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Grant Program Georgia Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $500K – $3M The Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Grant Program, established in 2018, provides funding for parks, trails, and conservation efforts across Georgia.	Not published	$500K – $3M
Celebrate Urban Birds Mini-Grants The Friends of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 – $3K Celebrate Urban Birds Mini-Grants aim to foster community-led educational events that promote equity and inclusion in birdwatching.	Not published	$250 – $3K
Stewardship Community Bursary Grant Pacific Salmon Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Stewardship Community Bursary, offered by the Pacific Salmon Foundation, provides $2,500 bursaries annually to support students in B.C. and Yukon who are passionate about salmon conservation.	Not published	$3K
Hind Foundation Standard Grant Hind Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hind Foundation Standard Grant supports impactful community projects in California since 2006.	Not published	Varies
Madison-Gallatin Chapter Wilderness Grant Program Montana Wilderness Association · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Family Forest Fish Passage Grant Program (WA) Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Family Forest Fish Passage Grant Program in Washington aids private forestland owners in removing barriers that obstruct fish migration, particularly for salmon and trout.	Not published	Varies
VA Forest Legacy Grant Program Virginia Department of Forestry · Foundation Not published · Varies The VA Forest Legacy Grant Program, administered by the Virginia Department of Forestry, aims to protect vital forestlands threatened by development.	Not published	Varies
Vessel Strike Avoidance Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250K – $750K NFWF is soliciting proposals to promote the development and adoption of innovative technologies that can help reduce vessel strikes of the endangered North Atlantic right whale (right whale) and other large whales.	Not published	$250K – $750K
Biodiversity Fund- Small Grants Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Biodiversity Fund Grant, offered by the Boreal Waters Community Foundation, aims to enhance biodiversity in the Duluth-Superior region.	Not published	$5K – $50K
DJ - Sport Fish Restoration - Fisheries, Boat Access (FY27) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the Award.	Not published	Varies
Category #2: Research Grants Wildlife Habitat Canada · Foundation Not published · Varies The Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp Program, administered by Wildlife Habitat Canada, funds vital conservation projects across Canada.	Not published	Varies
OWEB Restoration Grants Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) · Foundation Not published · Varies The OWEB Restoration Grants support watershed projects aimed at protecting and restoring watershed functions. Eligible applicants include tribes, watershed councils, and educational institutions.	Not published	Varies
NH Wetland Mitigation Grant Program - Aquatic Resource Mitigation ( ARM) Fund New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services · Foundation Not published · Varies The NH Wetland Mitigation Grant Program, managed by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, aims to sustain aquatic resources.	Not published	Varies
Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program (ESRP) - Regional Pre-Design (Learning) Program Grant Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program (ESRP) aims to enhance the Puget Sound nearshore ecosystem by funding innovative projects that restore natural processes.	Not published	Varies
Betty Peterson Conservation Fund Birdscaribbean · Foundation Not published · Varies One of three "named" funds at BirdsCaribbean that acknowledge the contributions by a living or deceased person to bird conservation, particularly in the Caribbean.	Not published	Varies
The Environmental Fund of Texas: Tier 3 - Scaling Up Impact Grant The Environmental Fund of Texas · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Environmental Fund of Texas: Tier 3 - Scaling Up Impact invites organizations to collaborate with multiple stakeholders for impactful projects that protect natural resources.	Not published	Up to $25K
CDFW: Cannabis Restoration Grants: Cleanup, Remediation, and Watershed Enhancement California Department of Fish and Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) invites proposals for the Cannabis Restoration Grants aimed at cleaning up and enhancing watersheds and wildlife habitats affected by cannabis cultivation.	Not published	Varies
Thomas Webster Hardwick Jr. Scholarship Grant Hampton Wildlife Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Thomas Webster Hardwick Jr. Scholarship, offered by the Hampton Wildlife Fund, provides a $5,000 annual award for four years to deserving students.	Not published	Up to $5K
Nisbet Research Award Grant Waterbird Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Ian Nisbet Research Award, offered by the Waterbird Society, supports global research on terns and gulls. Open to students, professionals, and amateurs alike, it emphasizes scientific merit and potential contributions to conservation.	Not published	Up to $5K
IowaDNR: Small Grants Program Funds Iowa Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Iowa Department of Natural Resources offers small grants for research and education projects that enhance wildlife diversity in Iowa.	Not published	Up to $5K
Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation (EEM) Grant Program California Natural Resources Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation (EEM) Grant Program, managed by the California Natural Resources Agency, allocates up to $6.7 million annually to projects that mitigate environmental impacts of transportation facilities.	Not published	Up to $750K
Charitable work in the County of Sussex Grants (UK only) - Small Grant Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to £10,000 The Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust offers small grants for charitable work in Sussex, focusing on areas such as wildlife conservation, youth enterprise, and care for the elderly.	Not published	Up to £10,000
Wallace F. Pate Scholarship Harry Hampton Wildlife Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	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.

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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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