[August 2026]
Whether you’re working to protect wildlife, conserve biodiversity, or advance species research, this curated collection features grants, awards, prizes, and calls for proposals supporting wildlife conservation, animal welfare, habitat conservation, wildlife monitoring, and community-led initiatives. Find grants and other opportunities for NGOs, researchers, conservation organizations, students, and other eligible applicants worldwide.
Call for Applications: Rising Explorer Grant Program
Deadline: 31-August-2026
The Rising Explorer Grant Program provides an average of approximately $2,000 to help high school students and undergraduate students from any country conduct original field-based scientific research. Eligible projects may focus on biology, ecology, wildlife conservation, environmental science, archaeology, anthropology, marine science, or freshwater studies…[more]
RFPs: Holohil Grant Program
Deadline: 15-October-2026
The Holohil Grant Program provides in-kind wildlife tracking transmitters to conservation professionals and researchers worldwide working on projects that advance species research and biodiversity conservation…[more]
Funding for Wildlife Research and Conservation Projects
Deadline: 15-August-2026
The Wildlife Acoustics Grant Program is an international funding initiative designed to support wildlife monitoring, ecological research, and conservation science through access to specialized acoustic recording technology and software…[more]
Nominations open for Earth Partner Prize 2026
Deadline: 07-October-2026
The Earth Partner Prize 2026 invites young artists and creatives worldwide to submit original work responding to the ecological crisis…[more]
Applications open for Biodiv’Sport Grant Programme 2026
Deadline: 16-August-2026
The Biodiv’Sport Grant Programme provides funding support to biodiversity conservation organisations that combine sports activities with biodiversity awareness and environmental education. The programme supports projects focused on protecting threatened species, conserving ecosystems, conducting scientific studies, and engaging communities through sport-based conservation activities…[more]
Apply for the VII International Zendal Awards Supporting Innovation in Healthcare
Deadline: 20-September-2026
The VII International Zendal Awards recognize outstanding scientific and technological projects that advance human and animal health through innovation, biotechnology, disease prevention, vaccines, therapies, and the One Health approach…[more]
IUCN launches European Invasive Alien Species Rapid-Response Fund
Deadline: 10-February-2027
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]
RFPs: NEF Research Grant Programme for Biodiversity
Deadline: 14-October-2026
The NEF Research Grant Programme is inviting applications from researchers and doctoral students conducting scientific research on biodiversity, ecosystems, wildlife, and nature conservation in developing countries across the Asia-Pacific region…[more]
Call for Proposals: Nordic Chemicals Programme
Deadline: 31-August-2026
The Nordic Council of Ministers has launched the Nordic Chemicals Programme 2026 to support projects that validate New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) as alternatives to animal testing in chemical safety assessments…[more]
Open Call: Regular Grant and Major Grant Program (United States)
Deadline: 15-August-2026
The T.S. & K.D. Glide Foundation provides Regular and Major Grants to support capital projects for qualified nonprofit organizations in the United States. Funding focuses on long-term assets such as facilities, land conservation, arts infrastructure, and service expansion in eligible priority sectors…[more]
Open Call for Waitaki Biodiversity Fund (New Zealand)
Deadline: 24-August-2026
Waitaki District Council is inviting landowners to apply for the Waitaki Biodiversity Fund to protect and enhance indigenous biodiversity on private land within the Waitaki District. Grants of up to $5,000, including GST, can cover a maximum of 50% of eligible project costs for habitat protection, biodiversity covenants, pest control and weed management…[more]
AgriAssurance Program: Kosher and Halal Investment Component (Canada)
Deadline: September 30, 2027
The AgriAssurance Program: Kosher and Halal Investment Component provides $2 million in contribution funding over three fiscal years from 2025-26 to 2027-28 to support initiatives that strengthen quality assurance systems and improve the integration of kosher and halal slaughter practices within the Canadian red meat sector…[more]
Nominations open for Nature Recovery Award (UK)
Deadline: 30-August-2026
The Nature Recovery Award provides grants of up to £5,000 per project for practical initiatives that improve, restore, or connect wildlife habitats across the Horsham District. A total of £30,000 is available annually, with funding awarded through a competitive assessment process…[more]
Request for Applications: Racing Safety Development Fund (New Zealand)
Deadline: 18-August-2026
The Racing Safety Development Fund provides financial support to improve safety standards and racecourse infrastructure across New Zealand’s racing industry. The fund helps racing clubs undertake projects that protect riders, spectators, officials, and racing animals while enhancing the quality and safety of racing facilities…[more]
CFPs: Upper Harbour Local Grant Programme (New Zealand)
Deadline: 25-September-2026
The Upper Harbour Local Grant Program provides funding for community projects and activities that align with the Upper Harbour Local Board Plan 2023 priorities. The program supports initiatives in arts and culture, environment, youth development, Māori outcomes, accessibility, sport, recreation, family wellbeing, and community inclusion…[more]
Submit Applications for Cellnex Community Fund (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 31-December-2026
The Cellnex Community Fund provides grants of up to £5,000 to support community groups and not-for-profit organizations across the United Kingdom. Funding is available for projects focused on digital inclusion, circular economy initiatives, biodiversity and conservation, and AI and education, helping communities become more connected, sustainable, and resilient…[more]
Open Call: Nature and Biodiversity Community Grant Scheme (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 31-August-2026
The Nature and Biodiversity Community Grant Scheme 2026 supports projects that protect and enhance biodiversity, improve habitats, strengthen ecosystems, and increase community engagement with nature across Herefordshire…[more]
Overseas Grant Programme Supporting Community Livelihoods (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 18-September-2026
The Overseas Grant Programme supports community-led livelihood improvement projects in disadvantaged communities across selected Commonwealth countries in Africa. UK-registered charities with annual income between £150,000 and £4,000,000 may apply for one-year grants of up to £15,000…[more]
GO Grants for K-12 Outdoor Learning Opportunities (Canada)
Deadline: 01-September-2026
The GO Grants Program is an educational funding initiative designed to support outdoor experiential learning for K–12 students in British Columbia, Canada. It helps teachers bring students into natural environments where they can directly engage with the province’s ecosystems and biodiversity…[more]
Submit Applications for Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (United States)
Deadline: 30-September-2026
The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative is a grant program focused on preserving and improving access to public lands for motorized off-road vehicle recreation…[more]