Wildlife Grants

Last updated October 4, 2026

Grantable tracks 725 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. 367 list an award amount, with a median of $7,500.

Grants tracked: 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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Category #1: Habitat Conservation Grants Wildlife Habitat Canada · Foundation Not published · Varies The Habitat Conservation Grants program by Wildlife Habitat Canada focuses on supporting vital conservation, restoration, and enhancement projects aimed at protecting wetlands and migratory game birds.	Not published	Varies
The California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All – (Prop 68 River – CA) Act of 2018 (Proposition 68) SMMC Grant Program – (Prop 68 River – Community Access)) Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Projects which facilitate the protection and restoration of wildlife, habitat and historical/archaeological resources, including habitat restoration projects in urban rural areas.	Not published	Varies
Gabriel G. Paz Conservation Scholarship Arizona Chapter of Safari Club International · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arizona Chapter of Safari Club International runs the Gabriel G. Paz Conservation Scholarship Fund, an applicant-facing scholarship named for a longtime Arizona Game & Fish wildlife manager.	Not published	Varies
Crawford Wildlife Habitat Letters & Science Undergraduate Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crawford Wildlife Habitat Letters & Science Undergraduate Scholarship at Montana State University supports undergraduate students pursuing a degree in the College of Letters & Science with a focus on wildlife habitat.	Not published	Varies
The Robert D. Hevey, Jr. and Constance M. Filling Fellowship in Invertebrate Zoology Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · $15K The Robert D. Hevey, Jr. and Constance M. Filling Fellowship in Invertebrate Zoology offers short-term fellowships for graduate students researching invertebrate zoology at the National Museum of Natural History.	Not published	$15K
William Brewster Memorial Award Grant American Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Brewster Memorial Award, awarded by the American Ornithological Society, recognizes exemplary contributions to ornithological science through a significant body of work on Western Hemisphere birds published in the last decade.	Not published	Varies
The Environmental Fund of Texas: Tier 1 - Grassroots / Startup Grant The Environmental Fund of Texas · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Environmental Fund of Texas offers Tier 1 grants aimed at grassroots organizations and educational institutions for projects that promote conservation and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Up to $3K
Dan L Duncan Houston Safari Club Foundation Scholarship Program Grant San Antonio Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dan L Duncan Houston Safari Club Foundation Scholarship Program, administered by the San Antonio Area Foundation, supports full-time students pursuing degrees in Wildlife Management or Range Management at accredited Texas colleges.	Not published	Varies
Greater Merrimack Valley Efforts Horne Family Foundation Grant The Horne Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Greater Merrimack Valley Efforts Horne Family Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing community services in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Conservation Officers of Pennsylvania Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Established in 1945, The Pittsburgh Foundation is one of the nation’s oldest community foundations and as of 2022 is the 18th largest of more than 750 similar foundations across the United States.	Not published	$1K
Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation Grant Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation supports the diverse needs of San Antonio and the surrounding community, with an emphasis on Bexar County, Texas; its primary focus areas are arts, education, health and wellness, animal welfare, and…	Not published	Varies
Community Support - Fundraising Events and Giveaway Donations Grant Bass Pro Shops & Cabelas Outdoor Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Bass Pro Shops & Cabela's Outdoor Fund supports conservation-focused nonprofits through fundraising events and donation of merchandise or gift cards.	Not published	Up to $3K
James R. Koplin Travel Grant Raptor Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $700 The James R. Koplin Travel Grant supports early career raptor researchers by providing travel funds for presenting papers or posters at the RRF meeting. Up to six grants are awarded, with a maximum of $700 available.	Not published	Up to $700
Pastures for Upland Birds Grant Program (PUB) Texas Parks and Wildlife Department · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pastures for Upland Birds Grant Program (PUB) supports private landowners in restoring native grass and forb vegetation on pastures dominated by exotic grasses.	Not published	Varies
Dream Tags Charitable Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dream Tags Charitable Fund Grant, managed by the Community Foundation of Northern Nevada, supports projects aimed at wildlife conservation and habitat restoration in Nevada.	Not published	Varies
Section 6 Competitive ("Nontraditional") Grants Parks and Wildlife Foundation of Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Section 6 Competitive (Nontraditional) Grants program, administered by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, supports habitat conservation through three grant types: Planning Assistance, Land Acquisition under Habitat Conservation…	Not published	Varies
Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund Grant The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund, established in 1999 in memory of Lauren Townsend, supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the U.S. focused on animal welfare and wildlife preservation.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Kushlan Research Award Grant Waterbird Society · Foundation Not published · $1K – $7K The Kushlan Research Award, established by the Waterbird Society, supports research in Ciconiiform Biology and Conservation, promoting advances in the study of wading birds.	Not published	$1K – $7K
Program/Project Grants (formerly Special Projects) The Cinnabar Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Cinnabar Foundation provides Program/Project Grants aimed at enhancing conservation efforts in Montana and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Ontario Wildlife Foundation Grant Ontario Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ontario Wildlife Foundation Grant supports initiatives aimed at conserving and enhancing Ontario's natural resources.	Not published	Varies
RES Insect Conservation Award Grant Royal Entomological Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The RES Insect Conservation Award, established by the Royal Entomological Society, honors significant contributions to insect conservation.	Not published	Varies
Opportunity Grant- Lydia Thompson Grant Georgia Ornithological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Georgia Ornithological Society offers the Lydia Thompson Grant to support projects that enhance the conservation of native birds in Georgia.	Not published	Up to $5K
Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant - Habitat Restoration Snoqualmie Tribal Organization · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant for Habitat Restoration offers up to $50,000 to nonprofit organizations in Washington State focused on restoring habitat for fish and wildlife.	Not published	Up to $50K
SEH Grants in Herpetology - Conservation Societas Europaea Herpetologica · Foundation Not published · Up to €5,000 The SEH Grants in Herpetology will be available in 2025, offering two grants of up to EUR 5,000 each. These grants aim to support conservation projects for amphibians and reptiles in Europe and the Mediterranean.	Not published	Up to €5,000

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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 wildlife grants Grantable lists as of October 4, 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 grants listed, 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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