Wildlife Grants

Last updated October 4, 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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Bill Terrell Avian Conservation Grants Georgia Ornithological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The Bill Terrell Avian Conservation Grants, offered by the Georgia Ornithological Society, support ground-level bird conservation projects in Georgia.	Not published	$15K
Taronga Foundation Field Conservation Grants Taronga Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Taronga Foundation Field Conservation Grants offer vital funding and support for conservation initiatives worldwide, targeting measurable outcomes in wildlife protection and habitat regeneration.	Not published	Up to $20K
Burt Monroe, Jr., Avian Research Fund Grant Kentucky Ornithological Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Burt Monroe, Jr., Avian Research Fund, established in honor of Dr. Burt L. Monroe, Jr., provides financial support for basic scientific research on birds in Kentucky.	Not published	Up to $5K
Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources · State Not published · Varies The function of the LCCMR (formerly LCMR) is to make funding recommendations to the legislature for special environment and natural resource projects, primarily from the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund.	Not published	Varies
Recreation – Outdoor Fund Local Impact Grants Bass Pro Shops and Cabella · State Not published · Up to $500K Supports projects that engage communities near their retail locations and align with conserving wildlife and habitat (habitat restoration, research and studies, land conservation, citizen science, etc.) or connecting new audiences to the…	Not published	Up to $500K
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – Outdoor Fund Local Impact Grants Bass Pro Shops and Cabella · State Not published · Up to $500K Supports projects that engage communities near their retail locations and align with conserving wildlife and habitat (habitat restoration, research and studies, land conservation, citizen science, etc.) or connecting new audiences to the…	Not published	Up to $500K
SWG - State Wildlife Grants (FY24) Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies Development and implementation of projects for the benefit of fish and wildlife and their habitats, including species that are not hunted or fished.	Not published	Varies
DFC: Conservation Grants Desert Fishes Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The DFC Conservation Grants support projects aimed at preserving aquatic ecosystems in arid regions. Grants, up to $1,000, are available to DFC members and can fund direct conservation activities, research, and outreach.	Not published	Up to $1K
Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative Grant National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative Grant, funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, aims to restore and sustain healthy rivers and grasslands in the Pecos watershed across New Mexico and Texas.	Not published	Varies
Hawaiʻi Conservation Program (Kuahiwi a Kai and Hawaiian Forest Birds) RFP National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Hawai‘i hosts a high percentage of endemic species found nowhere else on Earth. Unfortunately, native ecosystems and biodiversity are under threat.	Not published	Varies
Projects Bill Grants Colorado Department of Natural Resources (CO DNR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Projects Bill Grants, authorized by the Colorado Water Conservation Board, address statewide water supply needs through investments ranging from $1 to $10 million.	Not published	Varies
Davidson Science Award Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K Established to recognize transformative scientific contributions to flats conservation. Named in tribute to Tom Davidson, Sr., BTT's Founding Chairman and influential leader in business and conservation.	Not published	$50K
Crawford Wildlife Habitat Agriculture Undergraduate Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Crawford Wildlife Habitat Agriculture Undergraduate Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing a degree in agriculture with a focus on wildlife habitat.	Not published	Varies
NWRA: Rachel Fischoff Educational Scholarship Grant National Wildlife Rehabilitators · Foundation Not published · $650 The NWRA: Rachel Fischoff Educational Scholarship offers a $650 credit certificate for wildlife rehabilitators to access NWRA educational resources, symposium fees, and membership dues.	Not published	$650
Friends of the Island Fox Research Grant Friends of the Island Fox · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Friends of the Island Fox Research Grant offers $7,000 to support research aimed at enhancing scientific understanding of island fox biology, health, behavior, and ecology.	Not published	Up to $7K
Beaver Coexistence Program - Block Grant Occidental Arts and Ecology Center · Foundation Not published · $2M Awarded to OAEC's WATER Institute in March 2024. This program was created in response to CDFW's 2023 Beaver Depredation Policy requiring landowners to implement feasible nonlethal corrective actions to prevent future beaver damage.	Not published	$2M
AWS University Research Grants Australian Wildlife Society · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Australian Wildlife Society offers University Research Grants to honours and postgraduate students in Australia focused on wildlife conservation research.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Kalamazoo Valley Chapter - Stanley Weber Projects Fund Trout Unlimited Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Stanley Weber was a long-time member of the Kalamazoo Valley Chapter Trout Unlimited. Stan was part owner of Lew Hubbard’s Men’s Clothing Store and an avid troutsman.	Not published	Varies
Wilbur Weedin Memorial Scholarship Grant Hamilton Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wilbur Weedin Memorial Scholarship supports Aurora High School graduates pursuing wildlife conservation degrees with a minimum GPA of 3.0.	Not published	Varies
Proposition 68 Fish and Wildlife Improvement Grant Program Department of Fish and Wildlife · State Not published · Varies To improve conditions for fish and wildlife in streams, rivers, wildlife refuges, wetland habitat areas, and estuaries.	Not published	Varies
Applied Stem Cell Conservation Fund Revive & Restore · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Scientific Research Plan - Call for Project Proposals Grant Antarctic Wildlife Research Fund · Foundation Not published · $25K – $90K The Antarctic Wildlife Research Fund invites proposals for projects aligned with its scientific research plan, focusing on Antarctic marine ecosystems.	Not published	$25K – $90K
Seattle City Light: Wildlife Research Grant Seattle City Light · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K Seattle City Light's Wildlife Research Grant provides funding for projects aimed at understanding and protecting wildlife resources in the North Cascades ecosystem.	Not published	$5K – $75K
Lafayette County Bluebird Society Legacy Fund (LCBS) Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Lafayette County Bluebird Society Legacy Fund (LCBS) is dedicated to supporting bird conservation initiatives and educational programs in the Driftless Area of southwest Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $4K

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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 4, 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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