Wildlife Grants

Last updated October 3, 2026

There are currently 725 open wildlife grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 367 list an award amount, with a median of $7,500.

Open grants: 725; from 392 funders
Median award: $7,500; middle half $2,750–$50K
Total listed funding: $65.9M; across 367 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 9; 17 with a published date

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Stephen R. Tully Memorial Grant Raptor Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Stephen R. Tully Memorial Grant supports raptor research and conservation, particularly for students and amateurs with limited funding options.	Not published	Up to $5K
PR - Wildlife Restoration (FY26) Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Notices of award will be sent to the Principal Investigator for the award.	Not published	Varies
WCN Scholarship Program Wildlife Conservation Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The WCN Scholarship Program invests in the next generation of conservation leaders by providing grants for graduate education to students committed to working on wildlife conservation in their home countries.	Not published	Varies
Florida Forest Legacy Grant Program Florida Forest Service · Foundation Not published · Varies The Florida Forest Legacy Grant Program aims to conserve critical forest areas threatened by development. It encourages landowners to maintain forested lands through economic incentives, ensuring sustainable management practices.	Not published	Varies
NWRA: Wildlife Housing Scholarship Grant National Wildlife Rehabilitators · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The NWRA Wildlife Housing Scholarship offers financial support to NWRA members and licensed wildlife rehabilitators for constructing or renovating wildlife rehabilitation housing.	Not published	Up to $3K
Boyd N. Lyon Scholarship Grant The Ocean Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Boyd N. Lyon Scholarship honors the legacy of Boyd N. Lyon by supporting marine biology students dedicated to sea turtle research.	Not published	$3K
Skutch Research Grants Association of Field Ornithologistsinc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Skutch Research Grants provide funding for researchers based in Latin America, replacing the previous Bergstrom Grant. This initiative, supported by Dr. Alexander Skutch's bequest, aims to promote research on Neotropical ornithology.	Not published	Up to $2K
South Dakota Habitat Conservation Fund Game Fish & Parks Grants · State Not published · Varies Permanent funding source for habitat work established in 2014 through the South Dakota Community Foundation.	Not published	Varies
David S. Lee Fund for the Conservation of Caribbean Birds Birdscaribbean · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2016 in honor of David S. Lee (1943–2014), a naturalist and conservation biologist and early member of BirdsCaribbean (then the Society of Caribbean Ornithology).	Not published	Varies
Developing Nations Research Grants Animal Behavior Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The Animal Behavior Society provides the Developing Nations Research Grant to support graduate students conducting research in developing countries. Grants range from $500 to $2000 USD based on evaluation criteria.	Not published	Varies
Proposition 68: Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Program California Department of Fish and Wildlife · Foundation Not published · Varies The Proposition 68: Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Program provides funding to enhance fish and wildlife habitats across California.	Not published	Varies
American Keystone Species Grant National Geographic Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The American Keystone Species Grant supports conservation efforts focused on vital ecological, cultural, and economic species in the U.S. and territories.	Not published	Up to $20K
Sea Otter Recovery Fund Grants State of California Coastal Conservancy · State Not published · Up to $160K The California State Coastal Conservancy is offering grants to support projects that aid the recovery of the southern sea otter along California's coast.	Not published	Up to $160K
Small Environmental Grants Scheme Norman Wettenhall Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $15K The Small Environmental Grants Scheme supports grassroots projects aimed at enhancing biodiversity conservation in Australia, offering grants between $2,000 and $15,000.	Not published	$2K – $15K
Bill Terrell Graduate Research Grant Georgia Ornithological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Bill Terrell Graduate Research Grant, offered by the Georgia Ornithological Society, supports ornithological research conducted under faculty supervision.	Not published	Up to $15K
Ferguson Foundation Grants The Hugh and Jane Ferguson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Hugh and Jane Ferguson Foundation offers grants to nonprofit organizations in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, focusing on habitat restoration and wildlife preservation.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund Grants Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund provides essential support for species conservation efforts worldwide.	Not published	Up to $25K
Margaret Middleton Fund for Endangered Australian Native Vertebrate Animals Grant Program Australian Academy of Science · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Margaret Middleton Fund supports annual grants of up to $20,000 for high-quality ecological research on endangered Australian native vertebrate animals.	Not published	Up to $20K
OSI Southern Cumberland Land Protection Fund Grant Open Space Institute Land Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The OSI Southern Cumberland Land Protection Fund aims to protect vital forest habitats in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama, focusing on areas crucial for biodiversity and climate change adaptation.	Not published	Varies
SFI Conservation Grants Sustainable Forestry Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The SFI Conservation Grants Program supports collaborative conservation research and projects between SFI-certified organizations and conservation and academic researchers.	Not published	Varies
Prop 4 – Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) San Diego River Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The purposes of Prop 4 include watershed improvement, wildfire resilience, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development that addresses needs related to this subdivision and to reduce the risks of climate change impacts upon…	Not published	Varies
Dean Wilson Scholarship Alaska Trappers Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The scholarship is named in honor of Dean Wilson, Sr., who was a trapper and furbuyer. Dean was a wise man who advised ATA leadership and helped build a strong foundation for the organization.	Not published	$2K
OR Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program Mini-Grants Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The OR Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program Mini-Grants, managed by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, offer up to $2,000 for projects that promote community engagement and volunteerism in fish habitat restoration, education…	Not published	Up to $2K
Oregon Wildlife Foundation Grants Oregon Wildlife Heritage Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Oregon Wildlife Foundation Grants support the conservation of fish and wildlife and the enjoyment of natural resources in Oregon.	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 725 open wildlife grants Grantable lists as of October 3, 2026, 367 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $7,500, and the middle half fall between $2,750 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 open listings, the most active 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 open grant in this category.

When are wildlife grants due?

Of 725 open grants, 9 accept applications on a rolling basis, 17 have a published upcoming deadline, 59 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 640 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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