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; 17 with a published date

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Great Apes and Gibbons Program Grant Arcus Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Great Apes and Gibbons Program Grant, administered by the Arcus Foundation, supports conservation efforts for great apes and gibbons across 24 priority landscapes in Africa and Asia.	Not published	Up to $150K
Deerfield River Enhancement Fund Grant The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $14K The Deerfield River Enhancement Fund Grant, managed by the Vermont Community Foundation, supports environmental projects within the Deerfield River Basin.	Not published	Up to $14K
Georgia Wildlife Viewing Grants Program GA DNR Grants · State Not published · Varies Provides small grants for wildlife viewing projects that increase awareness and appreciation of the state's nongame wildlife, rare native plants and natural habitats, with emphasis on species and habitats considered high priority for…	Not published	Varies
Paul Jorgensen Conservation Research Grant Anza-Borrego Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Paul Jorgensen Conservation Research Grant, offered by the Anza-Borrego Foundation, supports undergraduate and graduate students conducting ornithological field studies in Southern California's Colorado Desert and Peninsular Ranges.	Not published	Up to $3K
RFP- Healthy Ecosystems Habitat and Native Species Conservaton Projects- Small Grant Category Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Lake Champlain Basin Program invites proposals for the Healthy Ecosystems Habitat and Native Species Conservation Projects - Small Grant Category.	Not published	Up to $50K
Buffer Lands Program Parks and Wildlife Foundation of Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Golden Retriever Lifetime Study Data and/or Samples (No Funding) Proposal Morris Animal Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study is a longitudinal study established in 2012 with a cohort of 3,044 dogs at full enrollment in 2015. Primary Study endpoints include lymphoma, hemangiosarcoma, high-grade mast cell tumors and osteosarcoma.	Not published	Varies
Sea Turtle Grants Program Florida State Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sea Turtle Grants Program provides funding for research, education, and conservation programs to benefit sea turtles in Florida.	Not published	Varies
IBA: Research and Conservation Grants International Association for Bear Research and Management (IBA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The IBA: Research and Conservation Grants aim to enhance the understanding and conservation of the world's eight bear species.	Not published	Up to $10K
Pasadena Audubon Society: Research Grants Pasadena Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Pasadena Audubon Society offers research grants aimed at supporting students and community organizations engaged in bird-related research and conservation.	Not published	Up to $5K
W. L. Minckley Memorial Grant Desert Fishes Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $400 The W. L. Minckley Memorial Grant honors W. L. Minckley's contributions to desert fish conservation in North America.	Not published	Up to $400
TPWD: Wildlife Research Grant Parks and Wildlife Foundation of Texas · Foundation Not published · $200K The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is inviting proposals for its Wildlife Research Grant program, offering over $1,000,000 to support critical wildlife conservation research.	Not published	$200K
Hudson River Ecosystem Monitoring Program (HREMP) Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: Notice of intent to apply is optional._ A sustained, comprehensive ecological monitoring program of the Hudson River is essential to continue to advance scientific understanding and inform future management decisions.	Not published	Varies
June G. Outhwaite Charitable Trust Grant June G Outhwaite Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The June G. Outhwaite Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Santa Barbara County, focusing on areas such as medical care, assistance for the disabled, and wildlife preservation.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Illinois Habitat Fund Grant Illinois Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $10K – $300K The Illinois Habitat Fund Grant supports not-for-profit organizations and governmental entities in preserving and maintaining high-quality habitat lands.	Not published	$10K – $300K
Lepidoptera Conservation Grant Pollinator Partnership · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant supporting research and conservation of butterflies and moths as pollinators. There are estimated to be up to 20,000 species of butterflies worldwide and approximately 190,000 species of moths globally.	Not published	Varies
Illinois Audubon Society Grant Program Illinois Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Illinois Ornithological Society Grant Program, established in 2004, aims to foster scientific research and education about birds in Illinois.	Not published	Up to $10K
MOS Research Grants Maryland Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Maryland Ornithological Society (MOS) provides research grants to promote bird studies in Maryland. With a total fund typically not exceeding $3,000, grants can range from a few hundred to over a thousand dollars.	Not published	Up to $3K
Crawford Wildlife Habitat Engineering Undergraduate Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crawford Wildlife Habitat Engineering Undergraduate Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing degrees from the Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering with interests in wildlife habitat.	Not published	Varies
Seabird Group Training Grant The Seabird Group · Foundation Not published · Up to £250 The Seabird Group Training Grant offers up to £250 for individuals to support travel and subsistence costs for unpaid seabird-focused fieldwork or volunteering.	Not published	Up to £250
Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant: Nature & Animals Albert & Bessie Mae Kronkosky Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant focuses on supporting initiatives that enhance community vibrancy through arts, culture, and conservation.	Not published	Varies
Bloom-Hays Ecological Research Grant and Zembal Wetland Research Grant Sea & Sage Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · $250 – $3K The Bloom-Hays Ecological Research Grant and Zembal Wetland Research Grant support ecological research in Southern California, focusing on avian species and coastal wetland habitats.	Not published	$250 – $3K
Sacramento Audubon Conservation Grants Sacramento Audubon Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Sacramento Audubon Society offers Conservation Grants aimed at supporting community-based projects that protect and restore habitats and wildlife.	Not published	Up to $2K
Turtle Conservation Fund Grant Chelonian Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Turtle Conservation Fund (TCF) supports critical research and conservation projects for endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles.	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 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, 17 have a published upcoming deadline, 60 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 638 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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