Wildlife Grants

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 724 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. 366 list an award amount, with a median of $7,250.

Grants tracked: 724; from 392 funders
Median award: $7,250; middle half $2,625–$50K
Total listed funding: $65.6M; across 366 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 9; 18 with a published date

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Spring Grant Cycle: Arts & Culture or Environment Grants JW & HM Goodman Family Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: No new Arts & Cultures applications are being considered in 2025. Applications for Environment will be accepted by invitation only._ The Foundation will provide support for nonprofits that foster Asian art and culture.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Partner Grants The Vital Ground Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
South Dakota Wildlife Action Plan - Rare Species Game Fish & Parks Grants · State Not published · Varies Assesses the health of South Dakota's fish and wildlife and associated habitats. Outlines actions to help conserve them for the long term.	Not published	Varies
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY24) Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Projects to restore, conserve, manage, and enhance wild birds and mammals and their habitat.	Not published	Varies
Regular Grants Program Desert Tortoise Council Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Desert Tortoise Council encourages activities and research that benefit desert tortoises and/or their habitats, provide information or service to the public, or address other appropriate conservation issues in manners consistent with…	Rolling	Varies
AWMS: Conference Travel Subsidy Grant Australasian Wildlife Management Society · Foundation Not published · $200 – $300 The AWMS Conference Travel Subsidy supports student members of the Australasian Wildlife Management Society to attend and present at the annual conference.	Not published	$200 – $300
Joseph and Joan Cullman Conservation Grants Northern New York Audubon · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Joseph and Joan Cullman Conservation Grants, supported by the Northern New York Audubon, focus on funding projects that promote the conservation and enjoyment of birds in Northern New York.	Not published	Up to $3K
Wildlife Emergency Fund Grant East Coast Zoological Society of Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Wildlife Emergency Fund (WEF) provides urgent financial assistance to conservation organizations tackling immediate threats to wildlife.	Not published	Up to $3K
Meta Alice Keith Bratten Foundation State Parks Competitive Grants Parks and Wildlife Foundation of Texas · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K	Not published	$1K – $5K
Wildlife Health (Reptile and Amphibian) - Pilot Study Awards Grant Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Morris Animal Foundation is offering Pilot Study Awards focused on reptile and amphibian health and welfare, particularly for chytrid research.	Not published	Up to $20K
Shark Conservation Fund Small Grant Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Shark Conservation Fund (SCF) offers small grants of up to $25,000 to advance shark and ray conservation efforts.	Not published	Up to $25K
Earthwatch Research Funding Program Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Rolling · $20K – $80K Earthwatch supports research projects that produce rigorous, relevant, and impactful science, address global change, and actively involve citizen-scientist participants.	Rolling	$20K – $80K
Earthwatch Biodiversity Conservation Grant Earthwatch Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We are hopeful that we can relaunch our RFP process later in 2025 for new projects to begin in 2027.	Not published	Varies
World Land Trust Grant World Land Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The World Land Trust Grant focuses on supporting projects that protect biodiversity and ecosystems, primarily in the Global South. The grant prioritizes sustainable conservation activities such as land acquisition and habitat restoration.	Not published	Varies
Desert Tortoise Council: Regular Grants Program Desert Tortoise Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Desert Tortoise Council offers a Regular Grants Program to support projects aimed at the conservation and management of desert tortoise populations and their habitats.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Craig S. Harrison Conservation Fund Grants Pacific Seabird Group · Foundation Not published · $250 – $4K The Craig S. Harrison Conservation Fund Grants support seabird conservation efforts in developing countries bordering the Pacific Ocean.	Not published	$250 – $4K
ConocoPhillips Charitable Investments: Water and Biodiversity Stewardship Grant ConocoPhillips · Foundation Not published · Varies ConocoPhillips Charitable Investments focus on Water and Biodiversity Stewardship, promoting conservation and restoration of ecosystems.	Not published	Varies
Main Grants Scheme: Rebuilding Biodiversity Biffa Award · Foundation Not published · £10,000 - £75,000 The Biffa Award's Main Grants Scheme focuses on Rebuilding Biodiversity, supporting projects that enhance habitats for various plant and animal species.	Not published	£10,000 - £75,000
OPCFHK Conservation Funding Grant Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The OPCFHK Conservation Funding program aims to ensure the survival of threatened Asian wildlife, particularly the giant panda and Chinese white dolphin.	Not published	Up to $1M
Nevada Traditional Section 6 Grants Nevada Division of Forestry · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nevada Traditional Section 6 Grants program supports conservation efforts for endangered and threatened species on non-federal lands.	Not published	Varies
California Beaver Help Desk - Landowner Financial Assistance Occidental Arts and Ecology Center · Foundation Rolling · Varies Grey Hayes, Manager of Beaver Coexistence Program	Rolling	Varies
The Suzanne L. and Joseph T. Collins Award for Excellence in Kansas Herpetology Grant The Center for North American Herpetology · Foundation Not published · $1K The Suzanne L. and Joseph T. Collins Award for Excellence in Kansas Herpetology recognizes outstanding contributions to the study and conservation of native amphibians, turtles, and reptiles in Kansas.	Not published	$1K
The Sitka Alaska Permanent Charitable Trust Grant Sitka AK Permanent Charit Tr-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sitka Alaska Permanent Charitable Trust, established in 1995, offers grants to support cultural programs, community betterment, and educational initiatives related to the marine and terrestrial ecosystems of Sitka.	Not published	Varies
The Western Section of The Wildlife Society Grant Western Section of the Wildlife Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Western Section of The Wildlife Society offers grants up to $2,000 for projects that align with its mission to enhance wildlife stewardship through science and education.	Not published	Up to $2K

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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 724 wildlife grants Grantable lists as of October 5, 2026, 366 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $7,250, and the middle half fall between $2,625 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 (31), National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (28), California Department of Fish and Wildlife (17), American Ornithological Society (10), and Raptor Research Foundation (10). In all, 392 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are wildlife grants due?

Of 724 grants listed, 9 accept applications on a rolling basis, 18 have a published upcoming deadline, 60 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 637 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

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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