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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James O. Thomason Scholarship Harry Hampton Wildlife Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fuller Foundation: Wildlife, Endangered Species – Their Environment, And Animals Helping People Grant The Fuller Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fuller Foundation seeks proposals from qualified agencies that carry on the life interests of Alvan and Viola Fuller in the fields of the arts, wildlife, and youth-at-risk.	Not published	Varies
Charlotte Martin Foundation: Wildlife and Habitat Program Grant Charlotte Y Martin Foundation-Ima · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Charlotte Martin Foundation's Wildlife and Habitat Program focuses on promoting biodiversity and habitat conservation in the Northwest.	Not published	Up to $20K
Special Wildlife Funds - State Pheasant Fund (FY26)- NOFO Grant Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Special Wildlife Funds - State Pheasant Fund provides competitive grants to non-profit and governmental organizations aimed at conserving wild pheasant habitats in Illinois.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Ashland County Wildlife Conservation League David McClure Memorial Scholarship Grant Ashland County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ashland County Wildlife Conservation League David McClure Memorial Scholarship supports graduating seniors from Ashland County high schools and alternative education programs pursuing a degree in wildlife-related fields.	Not published	Varies
RFP- Recontamination of Restored Wetlands in the Hudson-Raritan Estuary Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Request for Proposals: Literature Review on Recontamination of Restored Wetlands in the Hudson-Raritan Estuary The New York-New Jersey Harbor & Estuary Program’s (HEP’s) Restoration Work Group seeks a researcher or team of researchers to…	Not published	Varies
The Environmental Fund of Texas: Tier 2 - EFT Priority Projects Grant The Environmental Fund of Texas · Foundation Not published · $3K – $12K The Environmental Fund of Texas offers Tier 2 grants aimed at projects that protect natural environments, focusing on water, natural areas, and native wildlife.	Not published	$3K – $12K
Habitat Conservation Projects-Washington Wildlife and Recreation Grant Program Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Varies The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) offers funding for diverse land conservation projects, from urban habitat protection to the preservation of rare plant species.	Not published	Varies
The Frances M. Peacock Scholarship for Native Bird Habitat Grant The Garden Club of America · Foundation Not published · $5K The Frances M. Peacock Scholarship, established in 1994 by the Garden Club of America, supports college seniors and graduate students studying seasonal habitats for endangered native birds in the U.S. With an annual award of $4500, this…	Not published	$5K
UF Ron Magill Scholarship Zoo Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program at the University of Florida supporting students in conservation and wildlife studies, named after Ron Magill.	Not published	Varies
Pacific Seabird Program RFP Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $1M The Pacific Seabird Program RFP, managed by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, invites proposals aimed at enhancing seabird conservation from 2022 to 2027.	Not published	$50K – $1M
Dean Amadon Research Grant Raptor Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Dean Amadon Research Grant, provided by the Raptor Research Foundation, supports research in the distribution and systematics of raptors.	Not published	Up to $5K
Renewable Energy Wildlife Research Fund (REWRF) Biennial Project Solicitation Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies An industry-led initiative that advances scientific research on solutions to mitigate solar and wind-wildlife impacts as accelerating renewable energy meets clean energy demand.	Not published	Varies
International Herpetological Symposium Grants International Herpetological Symposium · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The International Herpetological Symposium Grants provide financial support for herpetological research, conservation, and education.	Not published	Up to $2K
RFP- Healthy Ecosystems Habitat and Native Species Conservaton Projects- Large Grant Category Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · $50K – $175K The Lake Champlain Basin Program invites proposals for the Healthy Ecosystems Habitat and Native Species Conservation Projects.	Not published	$50K – $175K
Fishing is Fun Grant Program Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Up to $700K The Fishing is Fun Grant Program, managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, aims to enhance angling opportunities throughout Colorado by providing up to $700,000 annually in matching funds.	Not published	Up to $700K
Inland Wetlands Conservation Program Grant California Wildlife Conservation Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The Inland Wetlands Conservation Program, spearheaded by the California Wildlife Conservation Board, aims to protect and restore vital wetland habitats in the Central Valley.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants (formerly PCAF) Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Community Grants program, formerly known as PCAF, supports individuals and organizations in implementing community-based conservation projects.	Not published	Up to $20K
Saginaw Bay WIN Grants The Conservation Fund a Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saginaw Bay WIN Grants, managed by The Conservation Fund, aim to foster sustainable solutions within the Saginaw Bay watershed.	Not published	Varies
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River – Severely Disadvantaged Community) Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program.	Not published	Varies
Wallace F. Pate Scholarship Grant Hampton Wildlife Fund · Foundation Not published · $3K The Wallace F. Pate Scholarship, established by the Hampton Wildlife Fund in 2004, awards $2,500 annually to a South Carolina resident pursuing higher education in natural resource disciplines.	Not published	$3K
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – Prop 68 River San Fernando Valley Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas.	Not published	Varies
DSC Foundation Global Care Fund DSC Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provide financial relief to individuals or their families when those individuals suffer serious injury or death during the course of, or related to, providing services that ensure conservation of wildlife and associated habitats	Rolling	Varies
AOS Student Research Grants American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The American Ornithological Society (AOS) offers annual Student Research Grants, providing up to $2,500 to support avian biology research by undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs.	Not published	Up to $3K

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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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