Fish and Wildlife Service
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service offers grants for wildlife conservation, habitat restoration, and fisheries management programs.
Unlock Wildlife Conservation Funds: Get Grants for Your State!
State, Territory, and District of Columbia wildlife agencies can apply for competitive grants to fund proactive conservation programs for wildlife and their habitats. This funding aims to support the development and implementation of your State Wildlife Action Plan, prioritizing species of greatest conservation need.
Secure Funding for Endangered Species Conservation
This grant supports projects focused on conserving the world's most critically endangered species, excluding those primarily in North America and Europe. Projects must demonstrate how proposed actions will directly reduce threats and lead to lasting conservation benefits in the species' natural habitat.
Get Funding: Fight Aquatic Invasive Species!
Federal, state, tribal governments, and interstate organizations can get funding to plan and deploy rapid responses to new detections of aquatic invasive species. This grant supports immediate action to tackle new threats in freshwater, wetland, estuarine, or marine waters.
Get Funding for Great Lakes Business Sustainability Projects!
Great Lakes states, this grant is your opportunity to secure funding for projects that protect and restore aquatic ecosystems. Implement your approved management plans and contribute to the health of the Great Lakes Basin.
Get Funding to Protect Great Lakes & Grow Your Tribe
Great Lakes Tribes can secure funding to develop and implement aquatic invasive species management plans, safeguarding the health and resources of the Great Lakes ecosystem.
Secure Funding for Global Conservation Projects
This grant supports projects focused on conserving critically endangered amphibian species worldwide, excluding those naturally found in North America and Europe. Funding is available for direct conservation actions and critical data collection linked to management, aiming to reduce threats and ensure species survival in their natural habitats.
Get Funding for Wildlife Conservation & Planning Support
This is an opportunity for organizations in the Gulf Coast region to receive support for ecological planning, strategic planning, and community outreach to advance the objectives of the Refuge System. The Fish and Wildlife Service will provide data, science, and planning expertise to guide project success.
Get Funding: Wildlife Research in Nevada
This grant, awarded to the Nevada Waterfowl Association, aims to fund vital research on Greater Sandhill Crane colt survival in Northeastern Nevada. It will investigate factors affecting survival rates and analyze summer range characteristics compared to historical data.
Get Funding for Climate Adaptation Projects
This opportunity is exclusively for the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies to continue their vital work on the National Fish and Wildlife Climate Adaptation Strategy. Secure funding to advance critical climate adaptation efforts for fish and wildlife.
Grant Funds for Habitat Conservation & Species Protection
This grant offers matching funds to states for acquiring land or conservation easements to protect endangered species habitats. The goal is to reduce conflicts between development and conservation, helping species recover and preventing future listings.
Get Grants for Land to Protect Endangered Species
This grant helps states and federal agencies buy land crucial for saving endangered species. Funds support conservation easements and fee simple acquisitions aligned with recovery plans.
Get Funding for Salmon Research & Management in Yukon
This grant offers funding for projects that advance scientific understanding and public engagement with Yukon River salmon biology and management in Alaska. Businesses and organizations can apply for funds to support research, develop new methodologies, and promote community involvement in conservation efforts.
Get Funding for Environmental Restoration Projects!
Are you involved in restoring ecosystems damaged by oil spills or hazardous substances? This program offers funding to implement habitat conservation projects, specifically for the recovery and enhancement of injured natural resources. The current focus is on the Kodiak Afognak Archipelago.
Secure Grants for Wildlife Conservation in Central Africa
This funding opportunity is for organizations working in Central Africa to combat the illegal bushmeat trade and conserve wildlife populations. Funds will support projects aimed at developing local conservation capacity and addressing the unsustainable commercialization of protected species.
Get Funding for Land Conservation in the Highlands
This pilot grant helps under-resourced communities in the Highlands Region protect valuable land and natural resources through acquisition. Funds are available to support projects aimed at permanent land conservation.
Get Funding to Protect Land in the Highlands Region
Governors of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania can apply for grants to permanently protect valuable land and natural resources in the Highlands Region. Funds will cover up to 50% of the total cost for land acquisition projects from willing sellers.
Get Grants for Land Conservation in the Highlands!
Are you a state, county, or municipal entity in CT, NJ, NY, or PA looking to protect valuable land and natural resources? This program offers grants to help acquire land from willing sellers for high conservation value projects.
Get Grant Money for Conservation & Biodiversity Projects
Non-profits and government agencies can apply for funds to support projects protecting neotropical migratory birds and their habitats across North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean. This program fosters collaboration and land conservation to build climate resilience and biodiversity.
Unlock Funding for Your Nonprofit: Experienced Services Program
Nonprofits designated by the Secretary of Labor are eligible to partner with the Fish and Wildlife Service to recruit and utilize experienced individuals aged 55 and older. This program aims to leverage the skills of older Americans for conservation efforts, offering a unique opportunity for impactful collaboration.
Get Funding for Boating Infrastructure Projects!
This grant is for U.S. states and territories to build and maintain facilities that help recreational boaters manage waste responsibly. Funding supports pumpout stations, waste reception facilities, and boater education programs.