[January 2026]
Below is a curated listing of funding opportunities dedicated to animal and wildlife conservation, including grants and funding programs that support protection, welfare and long-term sustainability efforts.
Request for Applications: Holohil Grant Program
Deadline: 15-Jan-2026
The Holohil Grant Program provides up to CDN $2,500 to support global projects focused on animal tracking, wildlife research, and conservation management. It prioritizes field-based initiatives that use tracking and monitoring technologies to generate actionable data for better wildlife protection. The program is open worldwide to both scientists and non-scientists, including individuals and organizations…[more]
Awesome Foundation announces Conservation and Climate Program
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026
The Awesome Foundation’s Conservation and Climate Program provides micro-grants of up to $1,000 to individuals and small teams with bold, innovative ideas for nature conservation and climate action. The program supports projects that can move quickly from concept to impact and inspire wider environmental change…[more]
Entries open for the “Golden Turtle” International Wildlife Festival
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Golden Turtle International Wildlife Festival is a global ethical wildlife photography competition promoting authenticity, conservation values, and minimal human impact on nature. Open until 31 March 2026, it offers cash prizes, international exhibitions, and global recognition while enforcing strict ethical, technical, and captioning standards…[more]
Open Call: World Wildlife Day International Youth Art Contest 2026
Deadline: 01-Feb-2026
The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) is hosting the 2026 World Wildlife Day International Youth Art Contest for young artists aged 4–18. This year’s theme, “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods,” encourages participants to showcase wildlife alongside plants, highlighting their role in ecosystems. Winning artworks will be showcased at the World Wildlife Day event on March 3, 2026, promoting global awareness of plant and wildlife conservation…[more]
Request for Proposals: OPCFHK Conservation Funding Program
Deadline: 31-Jan-2026
The Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong (OPCFHK) is accepting applications for its 2026–2027 Conservation Funding cycle, offering financial support for research and conservation projects focused on threatened wildlife and habitats across Asia. Grants are available for both short-term (1–2 years) and long-term (3–5 years) studies, covering scientific research, habitat protection, community education and climate-related conservation work. Eligible applicants include qualified conservationists and institutions with a Principal Investigator and a clear, measurable project plan…[more]
Call for Applications: Veterinary Student Scholar Program
Deadline: 14-Jan-2026
The Morris Animal Foundation Student Research Stipend offers veterinary students up to $5,500 for short-term research projects focused on companion and wildlife health. The program provides mentorship, hands-on research experience, and financial support, enabling early-career veterinary researchers to advance animal welfare without additional funding constraints…[more]
RFPs: Wildlife Acoustics Grant Program for Research and Conservation
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026
The Wildlife Acoustics Grant Program supports wildlife research, habitat monitoring, and conservation by providing product grants, software licenses, and travel funding. Eligible applicants can receive up to $12,000 in products, software access through Kaleidoscope Pro, or $1,000 travel grants per quarter to advance studies on bats, birds, amphibians, and other terrestrial wildlife…[more]
RFAs: The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund Grant Program
Deadline: 31-Jan-2026
The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund provides global grants up to $25,000 for individuals and organizations working to conserve threatened species of animals, plants, and fungi. Prioritizing critically endangered, endangered, and data-deficient species, the fund supports field-based conservation actions such as research, habitat restoration, and community engagement…[more]
RFAs: Grants for addressing Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Human-Animal Interaction
Deadline: 26-Feb-2026
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) is currently inviting research grant proposals that explore the health benefits of human-animal interactions and pet ownership…[more]
Apply for Funding of Your Bear Project|
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026
Bears in Mind Grants support global projects focused on the conservation, research, education, and welfare of bear species, with priority given to brown bears, Asiatic black bears, sun bears, sloth bears, and Andean bears. Funding is available to legal entities working in Europe, Asia, and South America, with annual grant limits announced each year on February 1…[more]
BMO’s Generation Regen Challenge in Canada and United States
Deadline: 23-Feb-2026
The Generation Regen Challenge, organized by One Young World, provides funding and support for young innovators advancing regenerative and sustainable agriculture in Canada and the United States. The program targets soil health, biodiversity, water stewardship, animal welfare, crop diversity, Indigenous practices, and food security, offering grants, summit participation, and lifelong ambassador network membership…[more]
Apply Now: Generation Regeneration Challenge in Canada and United States
Deadline: 23-Feb-2026
The Generation Regen Challenge by One Young World supports young Canadian and U.S. leaders driving regenerative and climate-smart agriculture through non-profits and social enterprises. Grants of $60,000 and $20,000, along with summit scholarships, are awarded to projects enhancing soil, biodiversity, water management, and Indigenous food systems…[more]
NEF Commemorative Grant Fund Young Scientists Programme
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026
The Nagao Natural Environment Foundation is inviting applications for its NEF Commemorative Grant Fund Young Scientists Programme to help young scientists in the Asia-Pacific developing countries grow up as world-class scientists in the fields of conservation of wildlife and ecosystem in the region…[more]
Applications open for the Nordic Arctic Programme 2025
Deadline: 15-Feb-26
The Nordic Institute in Greenland is accepting applications for the Nordic Arctic Programme to maintain and secure citizens, stability, growth, and prosperity in the Arctic…[more]
IUCN launches European Invasive Alien Species Rapid-Response Fund
Deadline: 10-Feb-27
A new call for proposals has been launched to support rapid responses to the introduction of invasive alien species that threaten biodiversity, ecosystem services, and overall environmental wellbeing across the European Union…[more]
Grants to strengthen the Collaboration Between Türkiye and Brazil
Deadline: 04-May-2026
TÜBİTAK (Türkiye) and CNPq (Brazil) have launched a joint research call to support bilateral projects that generate new scientific knowledge, innovative interpretations, and solutions to technological challenges…[more]
Apply Now: STDF Project Preparation Grant Program
Deadline: March 01, 2026
The Standards and Trade Development Facility provides Project Preparation Grants to support the development of technically sound and sustainable projects that address sanitary and phytosanitary capacity building needs linked to trade…[more]
Call for Applications: STDF Project Grant Program
Deadline: March 01, 2026
The Standards and Trade Development Facility offer a Project Grants significant opportunity for countries and organizations seeking to strengthen food safety, animal health, and plant health systems in line with international sanitary and phytosanitary requirements…[more]
Submissions open for WWF-India Conservation Catalyst Programme 2026-27
Deadline: 22-Jan-2026
WWF-India’s Conservation Catalyst Programme supports grassroots conservationists and organizations to conserve wildlife and habitats across India. It combines financial grants of up to 6 Lakh INR per year with mentorship in leadership, fundraising, networking, and organizational capacity to empower sustainable conservation action…[more]
Call for Proposals: ABIPP Biosecurity Innovation Projects (South Africa)
Deadline: 23-Jan-2026
The Agricultural Bio-Innovation Partnership Programme, led by South Africa’s Technology Innovation Agency, offers funding to strengthen biosecurity, food security, and agricultural resilience. It supports innovative projects across the bio-economy, focusing on animal and plant disease control, digital biosecurity solutions, and technology transfer for outbreak resilience. Eligible South African organizations can access funding to develop, commercialize, and implement high-impact agricultural innovations…[more]
Request for Proposals: Supporting Animal Welfare Through Strategic Funding (India)
Deadline: 15-Jan-2026
The Animal Welfare Funding Circle provides funding to Indian non-profit organisations working to improve the welfare of farmed, community, working, and laboratory animals. Grants support evidence-based, high-impact initiatives, including advocacy, research, education, capacity building, and technology solutions, with one-time or multi-year funding of up to ₹75 lakhs or 50% of annual operating expenses…[more]
Habitat Conservation Funding to Strengthen Hong Kong’s Biodiversity
Deadline: 31-Jan-2026
The Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong (OPCFHK) is accepting applications for a major funding programme that supports habitat conservation, biodiversity protection, and community-based education in Hong Kong. Grants range from HK$600,000 to HK$1,500,000 for projects up to three years, emphasizing collaboration, long-term ecological impact, and strong public outreach. The programme aims to advance sustainable habitat management and strengthen Hong Kong’s local ecosystems…[more]
CFPs: Technologies for Autonomous Swarms of Drones Grant Program (Sweden)
Deadline: 28-Jan-2026
The Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF) invites applications to establish a Centre for Autonomous Drone Swarms, supporting cutting-edge research in coordinated cyber-physical systems for civilian and dual-use applications. The centre will receive up to 60 million SEK over six years, emphasizing multidisciplinary collaboration, strategic alignment with Swedish and EU AI priorities, and real-world impact…[more]
Yamaha Dealers and Customers Supporting Access to Land for Work and Play (US)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative supports individuals and communities who work and play outdoors, including those relying on off-highway vehicles (OHVs) for riding, camping, hunting, or fishing. The program emphasizes safe and responsible recreation, wildlife conservation, and sustainable access to public lands, ensuring OHV use is balanced with long-term environmental stewardship…[more]
Submissions open for HATCH Taronga Accelerator Program 2026 (Australia)
Deadline: January 26, 2026
The Hatch: Taronga Accelerator Program supported by LG invites not-for-profits, startups and social enterprise founders with ventures that drive positive change for wildlife, biodiversity and the environment to turn their ideas from vision to reality through expert support and seed funding…[more]
