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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2025 NOAA Interjurisdictictional Fisheries Act of 1986 - Research: Management of Interjurisdictional Fisheries Resources Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Assist in research of fish activities, surveys and monitoring in interjurisdictional waterways.	Not published	Varies
Invasive Carp Management Control in IL Waterway GLRI (CAFWS-183) 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
Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Opportunities – Rivers and Streams Grants California Department of Fish and Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $5M The Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Opportunities provide funding to enhance community resilience against climate change through projects aimed at improving fisheries and wildlife habitats, agricultural viability, and…	Not published	Up to $5M
Controlled Hunting Access Program (CHAP) Game Fish & Parks Grants · State Not published · Varies Cooperative effort between private landowners and South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks.	Not published	Varies
Creley Memorial Conservation Grant St Louis Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Creley Memorial Conservation Grant, established by the St. Louis Audubon Society, supports bird conservation and education projects in the St. Louis region.	Not published	Up to $7K
Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program - Scope #2 - Development of a Chesapeake Bay Shallow Water Habitat Sentinel Site Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Team (GIT) Funding Program The Chesapeake Bay Trust has been designated to receive federal funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as part of the Chesapeake Bay Program Goal…	Not published	Varies
Partners for Raptors Lifetime Achievement Award Grant Raptor Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies RRF Mission Statement: The Raptor Research Foundation advances the science, conservation, and understanding of birds of prey.	Not published	Varies
Department of Natural Resources - Grants Natural Resources Department · State Not published · Varies The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offers a wide variety of grant programs to cities, counties, townships, non-profits, schools, private individuals and others.	Not published	Varies
Southwest Rivers Headwaters Fund Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) seeks proposals to restore and enhance aquatic and riparian species in the Colorado River and Rio Grande watersheds, with up to $1.3 million in funding.	Not published	Varies
Honours and Undergraduate Student Travel Scholarship Grant Australasian Wildlife Management Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Honours and Undergraduate Student Travel Scholarship, established by the AWMS Committee in 2012, supports undergraduate and Honours students in wildlife management.	Not published	Up to $3K
Club300 Bird Protection Grant Swedish Club300 · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Club300 Bird Protection Grant, established in 1991 by the Swedish Club300, has invested over $600,000 in global bird conservation projects.	Not published	Up to $5K
Park Foundation: Animal Welfare Grants Park Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Park Foundation Grants for Animal Welfare focus on advancing the protection and conservation of wildlife, particularly through policy and advocacy efforts for threatened species.	Not published	Varies
Gerald C. Corcoran Education Grant North American Native Fishes Association (NANFA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Gerald C. Corcoran Education Grant, offered by the North American Native Fishes Association (NANFA), supports educational projects focused on native fish ecology and conservation.	Not published	Up to $2K
Virginia Wildlife Grant Program The Wildlife Foundation of Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Latin American/Caribbean Conservation Research Grant American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Research funding for ornithological conservation work in Latin America and the Caribbean region.	Not published	Varies
Manatee Community Foundation: Competitive Grants for Animal Welfare Manatee Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Manatee Community Foundation offers competitive grants aimed at enhancing animal welfare in Manatee County. Focus areas include animal rescue, veterinary access for low-income pet owners, and wildlife conservation.	Not published	Up to $15K
Colorado Wildlife Habitat Program (CWHP) Grant Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.1M The Colorado Wildlife Habitat Program (CWHP) provides funding to landowners for the protection of vital wildlife habitats and public recreational access.	Not published	Up to $1.1M
North Carolina Herpetological Society Grant Program North Carolina Herpetological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The North Carolina Herpetological Society Grant Program supports herpetological research, conservation, and education projects relevant to North Carolina.	Not published	Up to $1K
NBC Conservation Fund Grant Neotropical Bird Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The NBC Conservation Fund Grant offers financial support for conservation projects in the Neotropics, focusing on globally threatened species or important sites.	Not published	Up to $3K
SNVB Scholarships Grant The Society for Northwestern Vertebrate Biology · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Society for Northwestern Vertebrate Biology (SNVB) offers scholarships of up to $1500 for two students conducting vertebrate research in Northwestern North America.	Not published	Up to $2K
The Lois Webster Fund Grant Audubon Society of Greater Denver · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Lois Webster Fund, established in 1995 by the Audubon Society of Greater Denver, supports vital research and education projects focused on Colorado's non-game wildlife.	Not published	$500 – $5K
International Ranger Awards (1st Annual) Conservation Allies · Foundation Not published · $10K Conservation Allies, in collaboration with IUCN, the World Commission on Protected Areas, the International Ranger Federation, and Global Wildlife Conservation, developed the International Ranger Awards to recognize the remarkable work of…	Not published	$10K
Tulpehocken and Quittapahilla Creek Watershed Grant Program Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tulpehocken and Quittapahilla Creek Watershed Grant Program, supported by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, aims to enhance fisheries and aquatic habitats in these watersheds.	Not published	Varies
Student Research Scholarship for Global Bat Conservation Priorities Grant Bat Conservation International · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Bat Conservation International invites proposals for the Student Research Scholarship aimed at supporting exceptional student researchers in bat conservation.	Not published	Up to $5K

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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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