Wildlife Grants

Wildlife Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

748 grants
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily
NATIONAL FISH AND WILDLIFE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley Restoration Fund RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) Amount: US $150,000 - US $750,000 Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary…

LUKE GARRISON FOUNDATION · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Luke Garrison Foundation Grant Program Funder: Luke Garrison Foundation (NC, US) Website: lukegarrisonfoundation.com Geographic Scope: Primarily North Carolina and surrounding regions, based on grant…

ATLANTA FULTON COUNTY ZOO INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund Overview: Zoo Atlanta's endowment fund that annually awards grants to field conservation projects that amplify the Zoo's global conservation impact.…

MONTANA WILDERNESS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Madison-Gallatin Chapter Wilderness Grant Program Funder: Wild Montana - Madison-Gallatin Chapter Program Start: 2020 Geographic Scope: Southwestern and south-central Montana, specifically Park,…

Biffa Award · Rolling / Open Foundation

Main Grants Scheme: Rebuilding Biodiversity Status: ACTIVE Funder: Biffa Award Amount: £10,000 - £75,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Biffa Award's Main Grants Scheme focuses on…

Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife · Rolling / Open Foundation

Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund, established in…

Malacological Society of Australasia · Rolling / Open Foundation

Malacological Research Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Malacological Society of Australasia Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The Malacological Society of Australasia offers…

10% - 25% of grantee organization's annual budget (with determined cap)
MALIASILI INITIATIVES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Maliasili Conservation Fund (MCF) Overview: A groundbreaking pooled funding initiative launched to provide multi-year, unrestricted support to a portfolio of Africa's leading conservation…

MARC C AND DEBORAH H BINGHAM · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marc C. and Deborah Bingham Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marc C And Deborah H Bingham Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Marc C. and Deborah Bingham Foundation supports charitable…

THE MARILYN LICHTMAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marilyn Lichtman Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marilyn Lichtman Foundation Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Marilyn Lichtman Foundation supports non-profit organizations that align…

Marine Mammal Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marine Mammal Commission Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marine Mammal Commission Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Marine Mammal Commission is inviting proposals…

Up to US $3,500
Monarch Butterfly Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

MBF Small Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Monarch Butterfly Fund Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The MBF Small Grants Program supports conservation projects for…

MEG AND BERT RAYNES WILDLIFE FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Meg and Bert Raynes Wildlife Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Meg and Bert Raynes Wildlife Fund Amount: US $3,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Meg and Bert Raynes Wildlife…

WYOMING COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Bear Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wyoming Community Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2025 Summary The Memorial Bear Fund Grant honors the legacy of biologists and a pilot who lost…

Eastern Bird Banding Association (EBBA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Fund Research Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eastern Bird Banding Association (EBBA) Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Eastern Bird Banding Association is…

Webster Groves Nature Study Society · Rolling / Open Foundation

Menke Scholarship to Improve Wildlife Habitat Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Webster Groves Nature Study Society Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Menke Scholarship,…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of wildlife grants are available?
Wildlife Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for wildlife grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for wildlife grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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