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.
Turtle Conservation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Turtle Conservation Fund Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Turtle Conservation Fund (TCF) supports critical…
TX State Wildlife Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The TX State Wildlife Grants program, initiated by Congress in 2000, offers…
UF Ron Magill Scholarship Funder: Zoo Miami Foundation Inc (FL, US) in partnership with University of Florida Overview: A scholarship program at the University of Florida supporting students in…
Ulysses S. Seal Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Zoo Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The Ulysses S. Seal Grant, offered by the Minnesota Zoo, funds conservation projects worldwide,…
Undergraduate & Graduate Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Anacortes Salmon Derby Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 01, 2025 Summary The Undergraduate & Graduate Grant Program,…
United Outdoors Conservation Fund Funder: Union Sportsmen's Alliance (USA) Overview: The United Outdoors Conservation Fund was unveiled in late 2018 to expand the USA's conservation footprint by…
UP Deer Habitat Improvement Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Department of Natural Resources Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The UP Deer Habitat…
UP Sustainable Forest & Wildlife Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The UP Sustainable Forest &…
Upland Game Bird Account Grant The purpose is to ensure funds generated by the sales of upland game bird hunting validations and stamps are used in programs and projects to benefit upland game bird…
Upland Game Bird Stamp Fund Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Upland Game Bird Stamp Fund…
Upper Kern Fisheries Enhancement Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kern Community Foundation Last Updated: September 20, 2025 Summary The Upper Kern Fisheries Enhancement Fund Grant, established by…
VA Forest Legacy Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Department of Forestry Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The VA Forest Legacy Grant Program, administered by the Virginia Department…
Vermont Forest Legacy Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Vermont Forest Legacy Program aims to protect…
Vessel Strike Avoidance Fund Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation RFP Announced: 2026-03-12 Grant program supporting projects that reduce vessel strikes on marine wildlife.
Vessel Strike Avoidance Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) Amount: US $250,000 - US $750,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Background NFWF…
Virginia Wildlife Grant Program Funder: Wildlife Foundation of Virginia (WFV) and Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) Geographic Scope: Virginia Eligible Applicants: Non-profit and…
W. L. Minckley Memorial Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Desert Fishes Council Amount: Up to US $400 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The W. L. Minckley Memorial Grant honors W. L. Minckley's…
Wallace F. Pate Scholarship Funder: Harry Hampton Memorial Wildlife Fund, Inc. Geographic Scope: South Carolina Focus Areas: Wildlife management, fisheries, and other wildlife/natural…
Wallace F. Pate Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Wildlife Fund Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Wallace F. Pate Scholarship, established by the Hampton…
Walter F. Coxe Research Grants Overview: Alabama Audubon's Walter F. Coxe Research Grants provide up to $3,000 per award to support scientific research directly applicable to the exploration and…