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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Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Community Grant Colorado Parks & Wildlife · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The Human-Bear Conflict Reduction Community Grant provides Colorado communities with funding to mitigate human-bear conflicts.	Not published	$50K – $500K
UP Sustainable Forest & Wildlife Grant Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The UP Sustainable Forest & Wildlife Grant supports projects that enhance the quality of life in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.	Not published	Up to $1K
OR Restoration and Enhancement Grants Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The OR Restoration and Enhancement Grants, funded by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, allocate $2-3 million annually for fishery restoration projects.	Not published	Up to $200K
State and Tribal Wildlife Grants Program (SWG) Wildlife & Fisheries Grants · State Not published · Varies Federal funding program for conservation of nongame species and their habitat. Supports proactive conservation measures to prevent species from being listed as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act.	Not published	Varies
“Wings to Fly” Travel Grant Raptor Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Raptor Research Foundation advances the science, conservation, and understanding of birds of prey -RRF Mission Statement The Raptor Research Foundation (RRF) is the world’s largest professional society for raptor researchers and…	Not published	Up to $3K
ACS San Francisco Bay Chapter: Research Grants American Cetacean Society · Foundation Not published · $3K The American Cetacean Society, San Francisco Bay Chapter offers research grants to support marine biologists and advanced degree students in Northern California.	Not published	$3K
Sara E. and Bruce B. Collette Postdoctoral Fellowship in Systematic Ichthyology Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · $73K The Sara E. and Bruce B. Collette Postdoctoral Fellowship in Systematic Ichthyology, funded by the Smithsonian Institution, supports postdoctoral research in collections-based systematic ichthyology.	Not published	$73K
OR Access & Habitat Grants Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oregon Access & Habitat (A&H) Program, established in 1993, aims to enhance wildlife habitat and improve public access to private lands for hunting.	Not published	Varies
Crawford Wildlife Habitat Business & Entrepreneurship Undergraduate Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crawford Wildlife Habitat Business & Entrepreneurship Undergraduate Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing degrees from the Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship with a focus on wildlife habitat.	Not published	Varies
Wild Resource Conservation Grant Program (WRCP) Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) · Foundation Not published · $30K The Wild Resource Conservation Grant Program (WRCP) was established in 1982 to support the conservation of non-game wildlife and native plants in Pennsylvania.	Not published	$30K
Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society: Academic Research Scholarship Grant Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Sacramento-Shasta Chapter of The Wildlife Society offers an Academic Research Scholarship aimed at supporting students pursuing wildlife biology.	Not published	Up to $2K
WY Wildlife & Natural Resource Trust Grants Wyoming Wildlife & Natural Resource Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wyoming Wildlife & Natural Resource Trust Grants support projects that enhance and conserve wildlife habitats and natural resource values across Wyoming.	Not published	Varies
European Outdoor Conservation Association: Conservation Project Grant European Outdoor Conservation Association · Foundation Not published · Up to €30,000 The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) offers conservation grants up to €30,000 for projects that enhance biodiversity in wild landscapes, excluding North America.	Not published	Up to €30,000
IDNR: Habitat Management Grants Program Iowa Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offers the Habitat Management Grants Program to support projects enhancing wildlife diversity in Iowa.	Not published	Up to $8K
CHRF: Seed Grants Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The CHRF: Seed Grants program supports organizations in British Columbia focused on caribou habitat restoration.	Not published	Up to $10K
AZA Conservation Grants Fund American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums Inc · Foundation Not published · $23K The AZA Conservation Grants Fund, established in 1984, supports conservation-related scientific and educational initiatives by AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums.	Not published	$23K
MI Wildlife Habitat Grant Program (WHGP) Michigan Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $15K The MI Wildlife Habitat Grant Program aims to enhance wildlife habitats in Michigan, focusing on grasslands and savannas of at least 100 acres.	Not published	$15K
New England BioLabs Foundation Grant New England Biolabs Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The New England BioLabs Foundation Grant focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations that enhance biocultural diversity and ecosystem services in regions such as Central America and West Africa.	Not published	Varies
Hawk Watch Fund Grant Hawk Migration Association of North America · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Hawk Watch Fund Grant, established by the Hawk Migration Association of North America (HMANA), supports hawk watch sites in North America facing funding challenges.	Not published	Up to $1K
Ornis Birding x Lost Birds Expedition Grant Ornis Birding Expeditions · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Ornis Birding x Lost Birds Expedition Grant aims to inspire skilled young birders, aged 18-30, to explore remote regions and rediscover species that have evaded scientific detection for over a decade.	Not published	Up to $5K
Conservation Grant Program Columbus Audubon · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Columbus Audubon Conservation Grant Program, established in 2013, aims to support projects that conserve Ohio's native bird species through habitat management, protection, and scientific research.	Not published	Up to $5K
Kessel Fellowships for Ornithological Research American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · $15K Fellowships to support ornithological research.	Not published	$15K
Mid-Year Established Conservationist Grant Program Conservation Nation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K	Not published	Up to $10K
Feasibility Awards Grant Rainforest Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Rainforest Trust offers Feasibility Awards to evaluate the potential for establishing or expanding protected areas.	Not published	Up to $20K

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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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